The 5 Most Common Pests in Canberra Right Now
German & Australian Cockroaches
Fast-breeding, spread bacteria and trigger asthma/allergies.
Redback & White-Tailed Spiders
Active all summer in new estates near bushland. Bites can be serious.
Coastal Brown & Bull Ants
Painful stings and aggressive trails through homes.
Rats & Mice
Chew wiring, contaminate food and carry disease.
Subterranean Termites
Silent structural destroyers in newer suburbs.
Prevention Tips That Actually Work in the ACT
1
Seal Every Gap
Silicone around pipes, doors, windows and vents.
Silicone around pipes, doors, windows and vents.
2
No Food Left Out
Sealed containers, wipe benches nightly, empty pet bowls.
Sealed containers, wipe benches nightly, empty pet bowls.
3
Eliminate Moisture
Fix leaks fast — many pests need water more than food.
Fix leaks fast — many pests need water more than food.
4
Clear Outdoor Clutter
Move firewood, pots and leaf litter away from walls.
Move firewood, pots and leaf litter away from walls.
5
Regular Bin Hygiene
Wash bins and keep them sealed and away from doors.
Wash bins and keep them sealed and away from doors.
Safe & Proven Treatment Methods
Non-Repellent Transfers
Cockroaches carry poison back to the nest — total colony elimination.
12-Month External Barriers
One treatment protects your whole perimeter for a full year.
Low-Toxicity Gels & Baits
Child & pet friendly. Used in hospitals and schools.
Termite Monitoring & Baiting
Eliminates the entire colony without drilling or tenting.
Call a professional immediately if you see:
• Pests during daylight • Droppings appearing overnight • Sudden explosion after rain
• Mud tubes or hollow timber • Previous DIY treatments failed
• Pests during daylight • Droppings appearing overnight • Sudden explosion after rain
• Mud tubes or hollow timber • Previous DIY treatments failed
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