Category: Pests

Pests

Regional Guide: Best Bat Exclusion Timing in South Africa 🦇

Bat exclusion is a delicate process that varies across South Africa due to climate and bat species behavior. While the general exclusion periods (March-April &

A pest control professional on a ladder sealing entry points on a house roof during a humane bat exclusion process.

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Best Time for Bat Exclusion in South Africa: Why Timing Matters

Bat exclusion is a necessary but delicate process that must be done at the right time to ensure both effective pest management and bat conservation.

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Ant Pest Control: How to Keep Your Home Ant-Free

Ant infestations can be frustrating, especially when they seem to return no matter how many times you get rid of them. Instead of relying on

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Sustainable Pest Management: The Smart Solution to Pest Control

Pest control has come a long way from the days of blanket chemical spraying. As environmental concerns grow and regulations tighten, businesses and homeowners alike

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How Old Tyres Are Fueling the Mosquito Population…and What We Can Do About It

Did you know that discarded tyres are one of the biggest contributors to mosquito breeding? These seemingly harmless waste materials collect stagnant water, creating the

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Love Bugs? Not these ones! Common Summer Pests in SA

Summer in South Africa is a time for sunshine, braais, and outdoor adventures. But while we’re enjoying the warm weather, so are some unwanted guests—pests!

Tried and tested DIY methods to keep flies away

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Battling the Fly Invasion

Tried-and-Tested DIY Methods for South African Summers South Africa’s summer of 2025 has brought with it a particularly pesky problem: flies. With the soaring temperatures

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Matabele Ants: a Pest Control Challenge

Matabele Ants: Fascinating but Fierce Invaders

Matabele ants (Megaponera analis) are nature’s termite hunters, renowned for their military-like raiding tactics and remarkable “ant medics” who treat injured comrades. While they play an important role in ecosystems, their painful stings and resistance to conventional baits make them a challenging pest to manage. Learn more about these fascinating yet formidable ants and how professional pest control can help protect your property.

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New Year, New Pest-Free Home

This quick guide will help you maintain a pest-free home using sustainable methods while protecting the environment.

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Comparing Pest Control Suppliers

How to make the ‘Right Choice’ when comparing pest control suppliers When faced with a pest problem, choosing the right pest control supplier is crucial.

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