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As the weather warms up on Sydney's Northern Beaches, ticks and spiders become much more active. With so many homes backing onto bushland, leafy gardens and reserves, spring and summer is when ticks, redbacks and funnel-webs are most likely to turn up around the home. Here is what to look out for, what to do if someone is bitten, and how to keep your home and family safer. Paralysis ticks on the Northern Beaches The Australian paralysis tick lives along the east coast of Aust

If you have seen clouds of small winged insects around your lights on a warm, humid evening, or found piles of discarded wings on a windowsill, you may have seen a termite swarm. Late spring and early summer is termite swarming season in Sydney, and on the Northern Beaches, with its bushland, older timber homes and coastal humidity, it is one of the busiest times of year for termite activity. What are flying termites? Flying termites, also called alates, are the reproductive

Mud Dauber Wasps Are commonly found in Sydney and belong to either the family Sphecidae or Crabronidae. Mud daubers are generally long and slender, measuring about 25 mm in length. The female wasps build the nests, which consist of mud molded into place by their mandibles. Mud daubers can become defensive when threatened. They are parasitoids, meaning that they capture and paralyze prey in which they lay their eggs. They attach their nests to flat or vertical surfaces. The ne

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Ticks are small, blood-sucking parasites that are found in Sydney. They are known to carry and transmit harmful diseases. As a result, it is important to take steps to protect yourself and your pets from ticks. At Bargain Pest Control, we offer a comprehensive tick treatment service to control ticks on your property. Our trained technicians will inspect your property to identify areas where ticks are likely to be found, such as tall grass, leaf litter, and wooded areas. We wi

Bargain Pest Control has completed thousands of End of Lease treatments that satisfies the real estate requirements. The home is inspected and treated. An invoice is forwarded then a paid invoice is given to the real estate that satisfies the real estate requirement for the lease agreement, To book in msg www.bargainpestcontrol.com.au or call (02) 9128 4888

Termites are one of the most destructive pests in Australia - and with around 10 different species able to chew through solid wood anywhere in and around your home, it pays to know the signs of an infestation before it spreads too far. Subterranean termite species utilise underground tunnels and timber nests to infiltrate thousands of homes across the country. Ants and termites are attracted to moisture. While there are preventative measures you can take to deter termites fro

Cockroaches are one of the most hated and feared pests in Australia. They are not only disgusting, but also dangerous. They can spread diseases, contaminate food, damage property, and trigger allergies and asthma. They can also multiply rapidly and hide in hard-to-reach places, making them difficult to eliminate by yourself. If you have a cockroach problem in your home or business, you need to act fast and call our professional cockroach pest control service. Bargain Pest Con

Spider Treatments for Bargain Pest Control Spiders are one of the most common and feared pests in Australia. They can be unsightly, dangerous, and even deadly. Some of the most notorious spider species in Australia include the Sydney funnel-web, the redback, the white-tailed spider, and the mouse spider. These spiders can cause severe pain, swelling, and even death if they bite you. If you have a spider problem in your home or business, you need to act fast and call a profess

Silverfish are small, wingless insects that can be found in many homes. They are harmless to humans, but they can cause damage to your belongings by chewing through paper, clothing, and other materials. Here are some ways to get rid of silverfish in your home: Trapping: You can use sticky traps with bread Repellents: You can repel silverfish by spreading cedar oil, citrus oil, or strong-smelling herbs around your home1. Soap is also an effective repellent for silverfish. Plac

Altriset is a termiticide that works by stopping termites from feeding within hours of exposure. It has a unique mode of action that allows for superior transfer of the product throughout the termite colony, leading to colony elimination. Altriset is effective in killing 100% of directly and indirectly exposed termites within 14 days and provides continuous protection for years. It can be used as a foam or liquid application to treat termites.

To prepare your home for a general pest treatment, you can follow these steps: De-clutter your corners. Open your curtains/shades. Cover infant cribs. Put away all toys. Keep pets securely outside during treatment. If you have fish/reptiles in tanks cover any exposed sections. Cover and store all food items. It is also important to clean your home before the treatment to ensure that the areas of your home are easily accessible for the pest control specialists and to remove an

What makes Termidor the best termite treatment A crucial advantage Termidor has over many other products is that it doesn’t repel termites. Termites are able to detect the older chemicals in the soil and stay away from them. That means the termites remain active and unaffected, still exploring the area and potentially looking for ways into your home. Termites can’t detect Termidor so, as they continue to forage through the soil, they unknowingly come into contact with Termido

Sentricon Always Actives are a fantastic product in the prevention of termites attacking and destroying your home. this video is one we recently installed in Lindfield. They are always working for you and when the termites find the baits they take it to The nest and it eliminates it. The other advantage of using Sentricon always active is it can be moved and replaced when u change your landscaping. https://m.youtube.com/watch?v=OHDjfL-u6jI

During our termite inspections we have been finding a large amount of termite activity. We have been treating termite nests that have been attacking homes The nests have millions of termites in them that work 24 hours a day slowly eating there way through peoples homes. There are different methods to treat termites, your Bargain Pest Control Technicanso can find and treat termites ina safe and effective manner in an environmentally friendly way

Residential and Commercial Ant Treatments Ants are everywhere during the warmer months. If you’ve got an infestation, use Bargain Pest Control. Our technicians will investigate,identify your ants, then use a range of powerful treatments to deal with them efficiently and effectively using the latest professional techniques and products. Once the ants have been dealt with, you can implement precautions to stop them coming back. Common Ant Questions Why choose professional ant

In the last month we have seen a number of homes in Frenchs Forest with serious damage. please contact us to check your house for peace of mind.

Ever wanted to know what is included in our General Pest Spray Treatment? When you book our most popular pest control service you will receive: • Dusting of Roof Void and Sub Floor areas.(when accessible) • Complete Interior Perimeter Spray. • Cockroach Gel in Kitchen and Wet areas. • Complete Exterior Protection. ALL WITH A FRIENDLY SMILE 😊 If you have any questions or would like to make a booking you can contact us Bargain Pest Control #bargainpestcontrol #frenchsforestpes

Hands up if you’ve notices more ants around lately!? Did you know...? The most common reason ants invade our homes is because they have found access to sugars and uncovered foods. Once they’ve found a source they go back to their nest, send out a pheromones to others in their colony and these ants will come back to pick up for the rest of their gang! Getting rid of those pesky ants Start by cleaning all exposed surfaces from food residues, double check that your pantry contai