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Five Top Entry Points for Pests

Five Top Entry Points for Pests
June 16, 2022 12:00 am

As pest control professionals, we know that the most important step you can take in pest prevention is exclusion. Keeping pests out of your home or office is much easier than getting rid of pests once they have infested an area. However, people often overestimate how much space pests need to get into your building. Depending on the pest, they... View Article

Why Do Rodents Thrive in Winter? 

Why Do Rodents Thrive in Winter? 
June 2, 2022 12:00 am

Have you ever noticed that you are more likely to see rodents inside in the winter? While rodents, like most other animals, do their best in warm weather, they are hardy animals. If they can find a warm place to live, they do great over the winter. Not only can they survive, but they can also have babies. That means... View Article

How to Prevent Borers in Your Home

How to Prevent Borers in Your Home
May 30, 2022 12:00 am

New Zealand has 7 species of wood boring insect that can infest your home and destroy the wood. The borer or house borer or woodworm is the most common type. It is what people usually refer to when they say borer, though you may need the help of an expert, like a Flick pest control technician, to identify the species... View Article

What to Do If You Have Carpet Beetles

What to Do If You Have Carpet Beetles
May 25, 2022 12:00 am

Do you think you have carpet beetles? Carpet beetles are known for their distinctive coats. Light brown to black in color, they may have interesting patterns and are covered in hair. In fact, they look like fuzzy little carpets. However, that is not how they got their names. Instead, they are named carpet beetles because of their fondness for eating... View Article

Preparing for Spider Control Treatment

Preparing for Spider Control Treatment
May 11, 2022 12:00 am

At Flick we pride ourselves on providing the highest quality pest control services. However, you have the power to make our services even better. By taking some steps before we come for a spider control treatment, you can make the most out of the pest control. Working together, we can get you the best results, keeping your home free from... View Article

Winter Rodent Control made Easy with SMART Digital Pest Control

Winter Rodent Control made Easy with SMART Digital Pest Control
May 5, 2022 12:00 am

While rodents are a year-round problem, if you think that your rodent problem gets worse in the winter, you are probably right. Winter temperatures drive rodents inside. They seek out the warmth of our homes and offices. They also head inside to search for food, when colder outdoor temps make it less likely for them to find food outdoors. What... View Article

How to Safely Remove a Wasp from Indoors

How to Safely Remove a Wasp from Indoors
May 2, 2022 12:00 am

If you spot a wasp in your house, your top priority is probably removing it. After all, wasps are known for their aggressive natures and painful stings. While their stings hurt anyone they get, for those who are allergic to them, they can even be deadly. So, it makes sense to remove wasps as quickly as possible. However, the same... View Article

How to Prepare for Bed Bug Pest Control

Prepare for Bed Bug
April 27, 2022 12:00 am

Bed bugs are notoriously difficult to eradicate. While some products tell you that you can get results from a DIY treatment, the reality is that you will need professional help for most bed bug infestations and you will want to know the best way to prepare for bed bug services. That does not mean that there is nothing you can... View Article

Protect Your Business from Cockroaches with SMART

cockroach with smart
April 8, 2022 12:00 am

No matter what type of business you have, cockroaches are bad news. Even if your business is meticulously clean, even one customer seeing a single roach can ruin your reputation. That is because people associate roaches with filth and disease. That may seem very unfair since it can be very difficult to eliminate cockroaches from your business completely. Even with... View Article

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