Cockroaches “As Cockroaches demonstrate, what works best in nature does not always appeal to us” – Mark Kurlansky In ancient Egypt, there was a spell that declared, “Be far from me, O vile cockroach.” Thousands of years later, we’re still trying to oust these insects. But from poison traps to brandished slippers, cockroaches seem to […]
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Bird Mites Here at Accend Solutions, we are often asked to identify lesser-known insect species which have been found in the home. One of these is the bird mite – also known as pigeon mites, red mites and bird lice – which can be mistaken for bed bugs. They do pose a risk to humans
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Pest Proofing Pets are, unfortunately, an easy target for pests. If we slept on the floor, regularly rolled in the grass, and had the same bath schedule as Fido, we’d probably be an easy mark, too! That means it’s up to us to help our furry family members avoid bug bites, unwelcome parasites, and insect
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Rodent Infestations Rodent infestations are among the major causes of damage to property and crops all over the world. Estimates say that rats and mice have contaminated or eaten at least 20% of the world’s food annually. Unfortunately, this is not all they do. They can directly affect humans and other animals as well. Can
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Spiders These are one of the most common household pests. Simultaneously, arachnophobia, or the fear of spiders, is one of the most common phobias in the world. When most homeowners see one, the usual reaction is to get rid of it either with a vacuum or a shoe. However, a few brave souls have found
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Attracting Pests and Professional Pest Control? If you’re passionate about Pest Control and being pest-free, put washing dishes on the top of your to-do list. Leftover food on dishes is one of the major causes of insect and pest infestations. Unwashed dishes offer the perfect combination of moisture and food to hungry pests. When it
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Insect Control As the largest province in South Africa, Gauteng is home to the most diverse environmental area in the country hence the need for robust insect control. The environmental diversity also means Gauteng is home to a huge variety of different insects, including dragonflies, grasshoppers, butterflies, moths, fireflies, beetles, and ladybugs. Quick Menu Ant
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Bed Bugs One of the biggest fears with bed bugs is their ability to silently spread throughout your property before they are discovered. But just how quickly do bed bugs spread in the first place? A single insect can lay up to 12 eggs in a single day—and up to 500 in its lifetime. Even
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Cockroach Control Cockroaches are one of the most dreaded pests, and it’s easy to see why Cockroach Control is also an important topic. Not only are they simply gross to look at, roaches are carriers of filth and disease as well! When it comes to cockroaches, there are a lot of myths surrounding them due
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Termites and Ants Do you think you have a home invader chomping through your home’s wood frame in the form of a carpenter ant or termite? If so, it would help if you could determine exactly which insect is the culprit. Both can be damaging to your home, but if you want to get rid
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