Dedant Building and Pest

Cockroaches are among the most common and bothersome pests that you will ever find around your home. You’ll want to remove cockroaches as soon as possible as not only are they disgusting but they can also contaminate food and spread bacteria. As such, we have created this blog to inform you of the best way to get rid of cockroaches. 1)     Make sure your house is clean The best thing you can do to ensure a cockroach free home is to make sure you never get cockroaches in the first place. Cockroaches are attracted to grease, food left out of the counter, piles of dirty dishes in the sink and other forms of mess. As such, you should always seek to clean your plates and maintain cleanliness in the kitchen. 2)     Don’t give them any places to hide You should do all that you can to make sure cockroaches have nowhere to hide. Start by reducing the clutter in your home. Cockroaches love to hide in every nook and cranny they can find. Every pile of rubbis...

Rats can be a major household problem if left unchecked. As such, you will want to remove rats as soon as you find them. This is because rats are carriers of disease, can eat your food and damage your home. As such, we’ve put together a list of 4 top tips to help you get rid of rats you find on your property. 1)     Get a cat One way to help get rid of rats and mice is to get a housecat. Cats are carnivores and love to hunt wild prey, such as rats and mice . For thousands of years, humans have used cats to hunt for rodents and they are still great for this purpose. Along with the bonus of 24/7 pest control, adopting a cat also gives you years of companionship. 2)     Rat Traps Traps are a relatively cheap and effective way to catch rats. They can be left in an area for a long time if necessary but should be checked often. This is because a dead, rotting rat can attract bugs and other pests. Traps come in many forms such as snap traps, live traps o...

Spiders are among the most bothersome and disliked pests that you can find in your home. As such, many people often want to know how to remove spiders from their home. In truth, while they may disgust many people, spiders are an important part of the ecosystem. They eat smaller bugs like ants, flies, mosquitoes and moths that can transmit diseases. Regardless, it is completely understandable not to want them around your home. Thus, here are 4 ways you can keep spiders from your home. 1)     Destroy any webs you find Spiders construct webs to catch and eat their prey. These webs become an eyesore and a hindrance in your home. As such, you should take a broom or vacuum and destroy any webs you find around your property. By doing this, you are instinctively warning the spider that the area is not safe, which will force them to move on. 2)     Get rid of hiding places for spiders Spiders love having places that they can hide in. They will take advant...

Silverfish are a pest that can be very bothersome. Though they are not generally a health risk, you should still seek to get rid of silverfish. This is because they can damage household goods, property and get into your food supply. These pests feed on starchy material and protein-rich items. They eat away at books, textiles clothing and stored away foods such as grains, vegetables, cereal, and dried meat provisions. As such, we have put together this helpful guide to assist you in getting rid of these pests. 1)     Keep food sealed away When dealing with pests, prevention is always the best method of treatment. Keep easy to reach food such as cereals, dry cat/dog food and pasta in airtight containers. Make sure cat goods and properly closed also. Depriving silverfish of their food source lowers the risk of them infesting your home. It is especially important to protect food sources at night, as silverfish are nocturnal. 2)     Remove places for ...

Fleas and ticks are generally thought to thrive in the humid conditions of summer. However, some breeds of these pests are most active in winter. Thus, you should always have a plan to protect yourself from fleas and ticks. Regardless of the season, fleas and ticks will seek out a warm place to burrow, whether that be your home, your pet, your clothes or even your skin. As such, we have put together a list of 4 tips you can use to protect yourself from fleas and ticks. 1)     Treat your pets When they bite, ticks can spread diseases that are fatal to cats and dogs. As such, you should regularly comb and provide year-round flea and tick protection for your pets. Your most reliable option is to get some form of oral or topical treatment. Oral treatments are a form of an ingestible pill that protects your dog from fleas and ticks. Topical treatments are applied to the fur or skin and are available to both cats and dogs. Ultimately, you should research and consult a v...

As we move toward June and the start of winter, it is worthwhile to be mindful of winter pests that can lurk around your home in the colder months. When seasons change, various animals change their behaviour to cope with these conditions. Preparing early for changing seasonal conditions will make keeping your home pest-free that much easier. As such, we have put together this blog to help you know what types of pests to prepare for before winter begins. 1)     Mice and rats Mice and rats are warm blooded animals. That means they will seek out places of warmth and shelter that have food. Unfortunately, your home fits that description perfectly. These rodents will hide in your walls, near warm pipes, in ceiling insulation or in areas like basements. Rats can spread disease, eat away at electoral wiring and even raid your kitchen if left unchecked. To treat a mice or rat infestation, consider getting baited traps. Alternatively, you may wish to get a cat, which are grea...

Lizards are a common sight around Queensland homes. However, not everyone is comfortable having these reptiles around the home. You have many options available for removing lizards. In this blog, we're going to share our tips for making sure geckos and skinks leave your home and stay out. Know the signs Recognising the signs of a lizard presence is your first step for getting them out of your home. Geckos communicate with a series of loud clicks and squeaks. Lizards can drop their tails to distract predators. If you find these tails around your home, this can be evidence that a lizard is occupying your home. Catch and release them if you see them When removing lizards, it is important not to kill them because some types of lizards are protected species. Try and catch it and release lizards away from your home if you find them. If you see a lizard on your wall or on the floor, trap them in a jar and carry them back into the wilderness. Chopped onions Driving lizards away from your ...

Wasps are a dangerous and troublesome pest. Your home will never be safe until you get rid of wasps that lurk around your home. This is because wasps can deliver a nasty sting to you that can cause you pain and even serious injury. From 2000 to 2013, wasps and bees caused twice as many hospital admissions as snakes. However, unlike bees, wasps can sting you as many times as they want without dying. Our 5 tips will help you get rid of wasps and ensure your home is always protected. 1)     Fake Nests As they are naturally territorial animals, wasps will instinctively work to avoid the nests of other wasps and hornets. Consequently, if they see a nest in an area, they will be more likely to avoid setting up their own nests in this area. You can take advantage of this by having your own artificial, fake nest placed on your property. This method is not a 100% effective way to get rid of wasps. Instead, this option should be complemented with other treatment options. 2)...

 Ants are a common sight around many Australian homes. Constantly on the hunt for food, ants can quickly become a problem. You should know how to reduce ants around your home. Types of ants Some ants are venomous, some destructive and others can carry disease. Bull ants, fire ants and green ants are known to deliver painful stings. Allergic reactions to these stings can prove to be fatal. Carpenter ants can damage wooden structures, though not as badly as termites can. It is important to distinguish between a carpenter ant and a termite, as termites are not ants. Black house ants are known as a nuisance. They enter homes in search of food and can contaminate areas like your kitchen. Other types of ants like ghost ants can spread germs and cause diseases in humans. Regardless of the type of ant, you do not want a major infestation around your home. They are destructive, unsightly and potentially dangerous. How to reduce ants It is not enough to simply kill any ant you see because in...