When considering a particular home purchase, you need to ask yourself why this house is on the market in the first place. It might simply be because the family has outgrown it, or a job opportunity has led to a relocation. But there could also be far more sinister reasons which might not be immediately obvious. The foundations might be damaged. There could be damp. The neighbours might be unbearable. Or there could be hidden pest infestations that would require pest control services to remove.
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January 19, 2022 by Snupit
Gardens are wonderful places, buzzing and busy with life, with birds, bees and butterflies. Along with the more attractive visitors, there are a number of other insects that are present and it is important to remember that many of them are not pests. Many insects are beneficial as pollinators of your flowers and as predators of the various other insects you don’t want in your garden.
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January 19, 2022 by Snupit
Pests are a regular concern for any homeowner and gardener. They can damage your house, contaminate your food, destroy your plants, disrupt your personal space, and spread dirt and disease. When a pest is seen in our house or in our garden the first thing we want to do is reach for the nearest, most toxic pesticide we can find and apply it generously to rid us and our homes of these pests.
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January 19, 2022 by Snupit
Starting your own composting project can be very rewarding and has a heap of advantages. A compost heap can help you reduce your household waste production by up to 30%. By composting, you are preventing your kitchen and garden waste from ending up in a landfill. This is great for the environment and will also help you save money as you will have your own chemical-free, organic fertilizer that you can add to your garden, pot plants and planters.
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January 19, 2022 by Snupit
Cleaning out and organising your pantry can be a daunting task, but it’s very satisfying once it’s done. Then, it can all be undone in a matter of months. You are back to square one, with a messy pantry where you are not sure where you put that last tin of beans and if there is any tarragon left. How long has that flour been in there now? Is that a bug I see hiding in that corner?
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January 19, 2022 by Snupit
Recognising the good and the bad insects in your garden. Gardens are precious and take up a lot of time and money to create an oasis and retreat from your busy life. However, there is nothing worse than working in your garden and noticing insects that might be harming your precious plants. But seeing one or two pests does not necessarily mean you have a problem. Not all insects are ruthless pests. It is important to understand that many insects are beneficial to have in your garden, while other insects are not harmful as long as they are not in high numbers. Below is a guide to recognise some of the good and the bad insects you may find in your garden.
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Waiting can feel like some sort of slow torture if you are expecting a pest control service to arrive and treat your home for vermin. Whether it is ants, cockroaches, bed bugs or fleas invading your living space, you can kill the interminable wait for making sure your home is adequately prepped for the pest control services to come in and do their job, and hopefully allow you to safely continue yours. Here are some basic tips on preparing your home for pest control services.
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