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The issue of who is responsible for pest control can sometimes be a grey area. The problem could be seasonal or due to influences from previous tenants.

Everyone gets the odd cockroach or two in their home, so you might think “should I really bother with cockroach control?”. We say yes because in summer these creepy crawly housemates can multiply rapidly.

We’ve all at some point or other opened the pantry doors and had the dreaded pantry moth fly out.

These cute and furry critters pose a few dangers to your family. Here’s what to do if one gets inside your home.

For most of us, mosquito bites and midges are simply just an unavoidable part of the Australian lifestyle. So, apart from not scratching yourself to the point of bleeding — which, let’s face it is pretty darn hard not to do — what is the most effective way to cure a bug bite?

Although it’s hard to resist feeding our four-legged friends whatever they want, there is a point at which you need to say no. In fact, there are a number of foods which dogs should not consume at all. Some seemingly innocent foods can cause anything from vomiting to irregular heartbeats and even death.

A warm, moist environment, like we have in Queensland, makes perfect growing conditions for mould. A type of fungi, mould, can be fast growing with patches appearing after a day of rain in bathrooms, cupboards, ceilings, household items and clothes. Keeping on top mould is a good idea because as well as triggering asthma and allergies, it’s not particularly healthy to have it in your home.

Autumn is here and with it the increased chance of pests entering your home to escape the cooler weather. Such pests you may encounter include mice, rats, ants, cockroaches, fleas, possums and birds. We take a look at some of the areas of your home that pests target and how you can prevent these uninvited guests.

Snake season is well under way in Brisbane and a warmer than average winter meant snakes were on the move as early as spring. Since the chances of coming across a snake are much higher in summer, keep reading to find out how to keep snake safe!