Termite Control. What Termites Can Do

Termite Control. What Termites Can Do Termite Control. Termites digest wood paper and other material containing cellulose. They do much damage in tunneling through the wood work of houses. Inside the homes they invade the wall cavities. This is where they can do a lot of undetected damage. Outside if you have timber buried in earth it would be wise to do a regular termite inspection. What We Can Do to Control Termites. Termite Control Inspections To administer termite control there are a number of termite barrier options including: physical termite barrier treatments (Home Guard), chemical termite barrier treatments, and monitoring and termite control baiting systems. PestAway Australia provides complete termite inspection, termite treatment and management services including: Termite Pre-Purchase Inspections. Termite Pre-Treatments – Part A and B. Termite Post Construction Treatments. Termite Baiting Systems. Termite Barrier Treatments to Australian Standards. Termite Monitoring and Ongoing Inspection. Onsite consultation and quotation. Onsite reporting. Termite Control Melbourne. For Termite control inspections visit Just Termites FREETermite Inspection We will waive our termite inspection fee if we locate live termites Conditions. Termites need to located on the day of inspection. Inspection fee varies. Quotation needs to be provided and accepted on the day of inspection for fee to be waived. On acceptance of quote a 20% deposit (non refundable) is required. Refer to your quote for full terms and conditions. Summer Special Offer for Termite Inspection Best and Lowest Price:$300 + GST Conditions. Pre-purchase not included. Only available to customers in Melbourne Metro area based on a 25 square meter home. What You Can Do With Our Help and Advice for Termite Control. 1. Plan to have your property inspected by a Termite Inspection Specialist (accreditation levels are higher than general pest control). 2. Construct your new home with. Good under-floor ventilation, which discourages termite activity. A known and approved termite protection plan and preventative maintenance. 3. Buy your new home with. Special conditions in the Sale and Purchase Agreement that covers termite inspection and obligations for the seller. Employ a known and approved preventative maintenance plan. 4. Ensure your existing property. Does not have timber stacked against or near buildings. Does not have wooden in-ground structures (eg. untreated timber retaining walls) close to the building. has been thoroughly inspected for termites. is on a regular preventative maintenance plan. For Termite control treatment and inspections visit Just Termites. As with most forms of pest control, there are certain things the property owner can do to lessen the risk of termite infestation. Piles of timber or firewood under or stacked against the house are an open invitation and should be moved to a location away from the building. Any timber or form work left under the house by the builder should be removed. This can provide a natural path for the termites from the ground to the sub-floor. Adequate ventilation beneath a suspended floor is also important. This helps to reduce moisture and humidity in the area and therefore makes it less attractive to termites. Here too, PestAway can be of assistance in installing the correct type and number of ventilators to rectify the problem. Keep the area under and around the building tidy and free from rubbish so any termite activity can be easily located. A regular inspection (at least every 12 months) by a PestAway expert is strongly advised. Never disturb what you think may be a termite nest or workings. This will only prompt them to move elsewhere in the building and may make detection and subsequent treatment more difficult. DO NOT Build retaining walls against the home. DO NOT Build garden beds above vent/weep holes perimeter of house. DO NOT Have watering systems up close to walls of house. DO Use non-susceptible material for landscaping. DO Have an inspection zone of 50mm to the edge of the slab perimeter of the house if the house is on a slab. DO Repair any water leaks to the house, redirect how water systems and air conditioning over-flows away from the house, preferably to drain.

Spider Control. What Spiders Can Do

Spider Control. What Spiders Can Do Spider Control. Spiders can cause many problems. Mention the word Spiders to some people and they will not smile. There is a real and genuine phobia regarding spiders. This is justified. You can have a severe reaction when bitten by a spider. There have been known deaths in Australia form Spider bites. The venom from a spider has landed many people in hospital. If you see a spider proceed with a fair amount of caution. Spiders are generally predators. They feed on other insects. A smart spider spins their web and lets the prey come to them. So it is safe to say most spiders are close by their web. To be safe Do not handles spiders. Spider bites can cause severe pain and discomfort. Spiders can also kill but deaths are not common in Australia. Spiders are venomous. They use venom to paralyse their prey. All spiders are predators. A spider can produce silk. They can use the silk for protection. Female Spiders are bigger than Males. The female spider has been known to consume her male suitor. Spider Control. What We Can Do. Inspect the infested spider area. Then put in place a spider treatment control programme. Advice. After we inspect your property we advise on the best way to contain the spiders. Remove Food Sources. Spiders feed on prey. Dead or alive. Clean away all webs to prevent the spider from catching prey. Turn of Outdoor Lights. At night turn out all lights. Lights attract insects which attract spiders.

Rodent Control. What Rats Can Do

Rodent Control. What Rats Can Do. Rodent Control. Rodents or more to the point Rats and Mice have always thrived in all Australian conditions and temperatures. Rats and Mice species were introduced to Australia upon the arrival of European settlers. Given the right climate rats and mouse numbers can boarder on plague proportions. Rats can transmit disease, such as the Bubonic plague, typhus fever and Salmonella. Some Rodent facts. Rodents eat about 10 per cent of their body weight daily. The average rodent will consume 30 grams a day. Five rodents can lay around 70,000 droppings and over 27 litres of urine a year. Rodents can easily contaminate food. Rodents can also be very destructive. Fires have started because rodents chew into electrical cables and wiring around commercial and domestic properties. Rodent Control. What We Can Do. Our rat controller will survey the infested area. Removal of all food sources is paramount. Containers may be necessary to completely isolate the rodents from food. Fruit that has fallen from trees should be removed to prevent rat and mice feeding. Our rodent controller will remove all items that rats and mice could use as shelter and nests. Eliminate access points from the rodents such as tree branches and ropes. The rat controller will then implement a programme to control the mouse and rat problem. This will be carried out safely and humanely. All the rodent pest will be safely removed from the property. Rodent Control. What You Can Do With Our Help and Advice. After the rodent treatment it is important to be vigilant. Continue to put in place the techniques that the rodent controller has set up.

Fly Control. What Flies Can Do

Fly Control. What Flies Can Do Fly Control. For thousands of years flies have been a problem for humans. Flies can transmit disease. Flies can carry organisms such as typhoid, cholera, dysentery and tapeworms. Generally flies have bad and filthy habits. This makes them disease carriers. Flies feed on a wide range of materials. Flies will feed anywhere that food or rubbish is left out. This why it should be cleaned up or disposed of in the correct manner. Flies do not eat solids. They vomit saliva onto solids to moisten, then suck up what they can. Flies also excrete prior to a meal or just after. This is how the spread germs and disease that we cannot see. Flies are pests. They need to be treated correctly. Use a qualified fly control tech. Flies can be a big problem for a business. Fly Control. What We Can Do. Our fly control technician will first examine the area and determine why flies are infesting. A fly programme will be executed to eradicate the flies. This can be over a period of time. Fly contact pads can be used. Our fly pest controller will put in place all the necessary fly treatments to solve your fly problem. Our fly controller will use the most effective and safe fly control techniques. Fly Control. What You Can Do With Our Help and Advice. Post Fly Treatment and Control Recommendations. DO vacate the premises for four hours after the treatment. DO wipe down all food preparation area prior to commencing any food preparation. DO wash any cooking utensils, cutlery or crockery. DO wash any other items which were left out during the treatment. DO wear gloves whilst carrying out the above and dispose of same when finished. DO thoroughly wash hands after cleaning.

Cockroach Control. What Cockroaches Can Do

Cockroach Control. What Cockroaches Can Do Cockroaches have been around since the time of dinosaurs. A cockroach can live almost a month without food. A cockroach can live about two weeks without water. Some female cockroaches only mate once and stay pregnant for life. A cockroach can live for up to one week without its head. Cockroaches can hold their breath for up to 40 minutes. Cockroaches can run up to three miles an hour. Cockroach Control. What We Can Do. A cockroach can spread disease. A cockroach can cause illness. A cockroach can cause damage to your business. A cockroach is not a pest you want. Because of this it is best to seek the advice of a professional pest controller. Our cockroach controller will do a thorough report on your cockroach situation. He will then advise you of the safest and most effective way of treating your cockroach infestation. If you are a commercial business with cockroach problems our technician will give you monthly reports on the cockroach eradication. All our pest control agents are fully licenced. Our tech will also put in a plan for your business to help in the prevention of cockroaches. There are over 3500 species of cockroaches. In Australia the most common cockroach are American, German and oriental. Cockroaches are not fussy eaters. They can eat fresh or rotten food. This means they can spread disease such as salmonella and gastro. If you have a restaurant or run a commercial kitchen we suggest a regular cockroach inspection. Cockroaches have many hiding places. To completely eradicate the problem and implement a plan seek professional advice. The first step should always be cleanliness. Always keep bench tops and floors free of food crumbs and other food types that may attract cockroaches.

Bird Control What Birds Can Do

Bird Control What Birds Can Do Birds cause millions of dollars of damage to commercial and residential properties. But it is not just the pocket where birds do the most damage. It is our health too. This is obviously caused by bird droppings. The bird dropping can be mite infested and carry other health hazards. Also dead birds can be a severe health trap. Bird Control Habitats. Buildings are an ideal sanctuary for Birds. The basic bird survival necessities in water, shelter and food are present in properties. Birds like to habitat in parks, under bridges, warehouses and food storage facilities. Birds can habitat almost anywhere. Some birds are very dirty because they do not properly clean themselves. They can cause food poisoning and spread disease. Bird droppings can destroy property and outdoor art pieces like statues. Pests like fleas, lice and mites live on some birds and can spread diseases. Birds and their nests are a haven for many other pests. Nests attract carpet beetle and other insects which invade and cause damage and distress indoors. Sparrows and Pigeons can also carry general species of bacteria. This includes Salmonella, which causes food poisoning. Pigeons are carriers of Ornithosis. This is commonly caught by people and normally diagnosed as the flu. Bird droppings make pavements, walkways and staircases dangerous. This can often be the direct cause of broken limbs. It is especially important to keep external fire escapes free of bird droppings. Bird Control. What You Can Do With Our Help and Advice. Post Treatment Recommendations. DO clean bird droppings from around the nesting site to deter birds from returning. DO NOT disturb blocking material put in place. DO NOT leave feed in open sight of birds. For example old fruit dropped from trees and spillages of food product. DO NOT disturb dusting chemical around the nesting site where treatment for bird mite has been carried out. DO NOT wash down dust from nesting area where treatment for bird mite has been carried out. Prevention Tips. If there are any trades persons working in the vicinity of the blocking point, be sure to tell them not to disrupt any treatment. Commercial Bird Netting. We control and net birds on commercial premises. Birds can nest in garages and factory ceilings and roofs. Our expert team can safely remove all type of birds.

Wasp Bee Control

Wasp Bee Control What Bees Can Do. Wasp Bee Control Bee control. Some species of bees will die after they have stung. Their singers which are attached to their stomach is partially torn away after they sting. In the world there are over 18,000 types of Bees that live in colonies. Generally there are three Bees. The Queen bee, the worker bee and the drone bee. Both the queen bee and worker bee are females. However, only the queen bee reproduces. All drone bees are male. Bee Control. What We Can Do. Firstly, our bee controllers need to confirm that we are dealing with bees and not another type of insect that stings like a wasp. This is important so the insect problem can be dealt with safely. Disturbing a wasp nest can be very dangerous. Be very cautious when trying to determine if it is a bee problem you have. Bee Control. What You Can Do With Our Help and Advice. In this case call one of our professional bee controllers for removal. If you are allergic to bees a single bee sting could be a deadly result. Attempting to remove bees without any training or experience is not worth the risk. Bees need to be removed from chimneys immediately. Do not start a fire in an effort to remove the bees. Wasp Control. The best way of eliminating Wasps is to destroy their nest. This is a task that should be left to the professionals. You can do it yourself. But, anyone who has been stung by a wasp will tell you it can itch for days. This is really a job for a wasp exterminator. Wasps have a reputation for defending their nests aggressively.

Bed Bug Control. What Bed Bugs Can Do

Bed Bug Control. What Bed Bugs Can Do Bed Bug Control. Bed bugs are generally active during the night. Typically they feed on their hosts humans without notice. A number of health issues can occur when contact has been made with a Bed Bug. This includes skin rashes. In the 40′s bed bugs had almost been eradicated in the developed world. Now, with the increase in population their numbers are on the rise. Mature bed bugs grow to 4 to 5 millimeters in length and are a reddish brown colour. Bed bugs are blood sucking creatures feeding mainly on humans. They exist in temperatures ranging form 16 to 40 degrees Celsius. Bed Bug Control. What we can do to control Bed Bugs. Pestaway Bed Bug control is a cost effective and safe. It is an environmental friendly service for residential and commercial clients. Our bed bug control services have the desired impact on the bed bugs. It is fast and effective relief for your family with no impact on the environment. Bed Bug Control. What You Can Do With Our Help and Advice to eliminate Bed Bugs. Bed Bug Control Pre Treatment Recommendations. DO Remove all linen, clothing and place in plastic bags. Wash in hot water. DO NOT use the room once Bed Bug infestation has been detected. DO NOT remove any furniture from the room as all furniture will require treatment. Post Treatment Recommendations. DO Recommend rooms treated are taken out of service for a minimum of 7 to 10 days. Practicing good hygiene to control bed bugs infesting is essential. Seal all cracks and crevices where you find affected areas.

Ant Control. What We Can Do

Ant Control. What We Can Do Effective ants control relies on knowing their foraging and nesting habits. There are non-chemical ant prevention and control, and chemical control methods. An Ants Control Melbourne service includes. A thorough inspection and survey and analysis of activity patterns. Direct treatment of nests where possible. Formation of insecticidal barriers between nests and food sources and/or placement of baits in appropriate locations. Providing sanitation and hygiene recommendations and procedures to help customers (commercial or domestic) prevent future ant infestations. The state of hygiene and sanitation in and around buildings influences the likelihood of infestation by scavenging ants. Indoors and outdoors, all areas should be kept free of food particles. The effective use of chemicals relies on a thorough inspection and survey prior to application of chemicals. Once the exact or approximate location of the nest is established, ants control procedures are applied. Ant Control Truganina. What You Can Do With Our Help and Advice. Ant Prevention Tips. Effective control of ants lies on knowledge of their foraging and nesting habits. Cleaning and keeping areas free of food scraps will help deter infestations. Keep cupboards and counter tops free of crumbs and food matter. Wipe clean and dry jars before storing. Keep opened food stuffs in sealed containers. Place open food in the refrigerator. Dirty crockery, cutlery and cooking utensils should be washed and stored away as soon as possible after use. Garbage should be placed in bins with close-sealing lids.

TIPS FOR HEALTHY ORNAMENTALS

TIPS FOR HEALTHY ORNAMENTALS GENERAL Fertilizer: Reduce fertilization during cooler months. This will let the plant rest and go dormant. If new growth is encouraged, it will be damaged by the cold. Water: Ornamentals generally require approximately one-half the water that the lawn gets. Chlorosis: (Yellow Leaves) Indication of too much water. The major and minor elements are being leached out before the plant can take them up. Look for a nearby irrigation head and redirect it or cap it. Plant may also be planted too low or in a low spot that holds water. Pruning: Mid March is always a safe time to prune back cold damaged ornamentals. Pests: Aphids are attracted to new growth. An aggressive constant pruning maintenance program will eliminate the need for spraying pesticides, which will also kill the beneficial insects such as ladybugs. TREES Citrus Trees: It is very important to deep-water trees during March and April when the tree sets fruits. This is normally a time when supplemental rain does not fall. Ligustrum Trees: During times of drought they need a good soaking. They are normally planted on a berm and the root system has a tendency to dry out. Magnolia Trees: During times of drought they need a good soaking. They are normally planted on a berm and the root system has a tendency to dry out. back to top IRRIGATION CONSERVE WATER!! Sarasota and Manatee County Regulations allow watering only once a week. Installing reduced GPM tips in the heads can eliminate constant wet areas. Rule of Thumb: The most efficient way to water a lawn is to wait until it starts to wilt. Follow these guidelines and you will reduce your water consumption and have a healthier lawn.

TIPS FOR A HEALTHIER LAWN

TIPS FOR A HEALTHIER LAWN Grass needs oxygen to thrive and if the soil is saturated with water, the turf will begin to thin out and promote the intrusion of carpet grass, dollar weed and nut sedge. Carpet grass: Turn these irrigation zones off to allow turf to dry out. Reduce irrigation time further. Dollar weed: Turn these irrigation zones off to allow turf to dry out. Reduce irrigation time further. Nut sedge: Turn these irrigation zones off to allow turf to dry out. Reduce irrigation time further. Crab grass: Proliferates in drought and chinch bug damaged areas. Maintain 100 percent irrigation coverage during times of drought. Crab grass is hard to control with the loss of ASULOX*. Bermuda grass: Maintain 100 percent irrigation coverage during times of drought. It is also uncontrollable in St. Augustine. Beggar weed: Maintain 100 percent irrigation coverage during times of drought. Oxalis: (small clover like leaf with yellow flowers) The normal weed present in February and March thrives on moisture but will die out with frequent mowing and temperatures above 80 degrees. Note: Following these guidelines will give you a healthier and minimally weed free lawn throughout the year. Also, you will help keep excessive use of pesticides out of the environment. *trademark (Rhone-Poulenc)