What do you consider before purchasing a home? The cost? Location? Age? Curb appeal? Interior and exterior décor? Amenities? Size? The number of bedrooms and bathrooms? The list goes on! But have you ever decided to check the house for pests before closing the deal? So, how do you know a home is teeming with all sorts of pests? Unfortunately, the homeowner may not tell you, so it's left to you to don your detective hat and look out for these signs.
Read MoreRodents are common in every household. A rodent infestation in your home can be disastrous as it can cause severe damage to your property and spread harmful diseases. These pests usually enter our homes during the winter months through a hole or crack in your property that’s larger than half an inch. Also, they can climb the trees and enter the house through the attic. But how to know if you have rodents in your home? Surprisingly, these pests leave their clues behind which can be easily identified. Some of the early signs of rodent infestation include
Read MoreWho doesn’t love the chirping and singing of birds? None, maybe. Indeed, most birds are beautiful and fun to watch, but they can also cause severe damage to your Australian household. Indeed, most birds can be annoying, especially when they build a nest. Not only do they affect the overall structure of your property, but also cause serious health issues. After all, it’s about protecting your home from severe household hazards.
Read MoreAs winter arrives and temperatures start dipping, pest activity seems almost non-existent. You may take it as a good sign as they may not be around during the extreme weather. Theoretically, insects and rodents hibernate during the colder months of the year. It is easy to put pest control at the bottom of your home maintenance checklists. But it may be the worst mistake for homeowners as you may end up with problems down the line. Ideally, pest control should be a year-round job for homeowners who want to steer clear of infestations in the long run. Let us explain why you must see it as an ongoing effort during winters.
Read MoreWherever you live in the world you are going to come across some animals that you do not want in and around your home. Obviously, the threat posed by these invaders depends hugely on where you are based! Over here in the UK we get rather concerned about spiders about an inch across that can’t hurt you and wasps as well as the usual rats and mice. Wherever you are in a family situation it does tend to be the dad’s job to get the offending creature out of the house or deal with the pest problem…or is it? And should it be?
Read MoreAll children have fears. Whether this fear is something common, like being afraid of the dark, or something that’s less common, your child nonetheless needs your help and support if they’re going to learn how to manage this fear and any other fears they develop in their life. And while some fears can be dealt with. To help you figure out the best way to help your child with any fear they might be trying to cope with, here are three tips for helping your child work through a fear.
Read MoreAs we look forward to a warm, sociable summer full of BBQs, picnics, camping trips, or simply hanging out in the back garden with family and friends, it would be great to avoid many of the tiny pests that tend to invade our space and spoil our fun. Spotted a trail of ants in your kitchen? A cockroach in your pantry? In this article, we look at a few of the best tips for keeping these pests under control during the summer months.
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