Silverfish (Lepisma saccharina) is a small, wingless insect belonging to the order Thysunara. Its name was derived from its silvery light grey and blue colour along with its fish-like movements. These insects are very hard to see as they move very quickly. Their diet consist of carbohydrates such as starches and sugar While these nocturnal […]
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A lot of people are wondering if pests will start to disappear now that summer is over. Yes, pests will indeed dwindle in number as the weather starts to cool down and the cold temperature will reduce their breeding and activities. However, it still would not be safe to say that your property is pest-free. […]
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With its colour pattern resembling a bird dropping, the Bird Dropping Spider (Celaenia excavata) has been named as the master of camouflage. Sometimes, it is also called the Death’s Head spider because of its supposed resemblance to a skull. It is hard to mistake this spider with its large size, distinctive colour pattern and resting […]
Carpets are an elegant addition to your home. With different artistic designs and patterns, they can give your interiors a unique touch that could perfectly match your furniture and decor. Carpets also provide comfort and safety for the entire family, helping avoid falls on slippery and hard surfaces. However, in a lot of property inspections […]
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With over 12,000 species all over the world, ants are considered common insects that are especially prevalent in tropical forests. Not only that, they are also considered pests as they are usually present in places where they aren’t supposed to be in, bringing with them diseases, health risks as well as destruction to food and […]
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Rats and other rodents are notorious for transmitting over 35 diseases that affect both humans and pets all over the world by contaminating food and water with their hair, saliva, faeces and urine. Such diseases include salmonellosis, leptospirosis, plague and tularemia. These diseases can be passed on by: unsafe disposal and handling of infected dead […]
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Every time your property undergoes a building and pest inspection, our technicians from Defence Pest Management will provide you with the findings on the condition of the property and any occurrence of pest infestations through a comprehensive report. An electronic copy of the report may be sent out and another hard copy will be provided […]
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Warmer weather signals the end of the snakes’ hibernation. They then come out of hiding in search of food or a mate, and more often than not, they end up in people’s houses or backyards. In Queensland, most especially, since the weather is warm and occasional floods happen, snakes are generally more rampant compared to […]
For property owners, whether you are currently living in your own house or renting it out to tenants, you know that the most important responsibility is maintaining your property. Hence, we recommend at Defence Pest Management that you have your house inspected on a regular basis, to ensure that you conform to the standards of […]
Keeping your property cockroach free can still be a challenge for many homeowners. This is mostly because, in most cases, residents are not even aware that cockroaches are already sharing their space. Roaches are most active at night when everyone is fast asleep, so it is hard to tell when there is an infestation until […]
Dealing With Silverfish in Your Home
/in Pest Control, Silverfish /by Tony HardySilverfish (Lepisma saccharina) is a small, wingless insect belonging to the order Thysunara. Its name was derived from its silvery light grey and blue colour along with its fish-like movements. These insects are very hard to see as they move very quickly. Their diet consist of carbohydrates such as starches and sugar While these nocturnal […]
Dealing with Pests in Autumn
/in Cockroaches, Pest Control /by Tony HardyA lot of people are wondering if pests will start to disappear now that summer is over. Yes, pests will indeed dwindle in number as the weather starts to cool down and the cold temperature will reduce their breeding and activities. However, it still would not be safe to say that your property is pest-free. […]
Spider Disguising as Bird Poop: Crappy Yet Effective Camouflage
/in Pest Control, Spiders /by Tony HardyWith its colour pattern resembling a bird dropping, the Bird Dropping Spider (Celaenia excavata) has been named as the master of camouflage. Sometimes, it is also called the Death’s Head spider because of its supposed resemblance to a skull. It is hard to mistake this spider with its large size, distinctive colour pattern and resting […]
Six Reasons Why Carpet Cleaning Is a Must
/in Home, Pest and Building Inspection /by Tony HardyCarpets are an elegant addition to your home. With different artistic designs and patterns, they can give your interiors a unique touch that could perfectly match your furniture and decor. Carpets also provide comfort and safety for the entire family, helping avoid falls on slippery and hard surfaces. However, in a lot of property inspections […]
Ants: What You Need to Know
/in Ants, Pest Control /by Tony HardyWith over 12,000 species all over the world, ants are considered common insects that are especially prevalent in tropical forests. Not only that, they are also considered pests as they are usually present in places where they aren’t supposed to be in, bringing with them diseases, health risks as well as destruction to food and […]
Effects and Characteristics of Rats/Rodents
/in Pest Control, Rats /by Tony HardyRats and other rodents are notorious for transmitting over 35 diseases that affect both humans and pets all over the world by contaminating food and water with their hair, saliva, faeces and urine. Such diseases include salmonellosis, leptospirosis, plague and tularemia. These diseases can be passed on by: unsafe disposal and handling of infected dead […]
What to Expect in Comprehensive Reports
/in Home, Pest and Building Inspection, Pre-Purchase, Pre-Sale /by Tony HardyEvery time your property undergoes a building and pest inspection, our technicians from Defence Pest Management will provide you with the findings on the condition of the property and any occurrence of pest infestations through a comprehensive report. An electronic copy of the report may be sent out and another hard copy will be provided […]
Snake Bite Prevention Tips
/in Pest Control, Snake /by Tony HardyWarmer weather signals the end of the snakes’ hibernation. They then come out of hiding in search of food or a mate, and more often than not, they end up in people’s houses or backyards. In Queensland, most especially, since the weather is warm and occasional floods happen, snakes are generally more rampant compared to […]
Understanding Building Inspections
/in Home, Pest and Building Inspection, Pre-Purchase, Pre-Sale /by Tony HardyFor property owners, whether you are currently living in your own house or renting it out to tenants, you know that the most important responsibility is maintaining your property. Hence, we recommend at Defence Pest Management that you have your house inspected on a regular basis, to ensure that you conform to the standards of […]
Keeping Your Cupboard Cockroach Free
/in Cockroaches, Pest Control /by Tony HardyKeeping your property cockroach free can still be a challenge for many homeowners. This is mostly because, in most cases, residents are not even aware that cockroaches are already sharing their space. Roaches are most active at night when everyone is fast asleep, so it is hard to tell when there is an infestation until […]