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Frankston Pest Control

Frankston Pest Control: Your Trusted Solution for Pest Problems

Are you tired of battling pests in your home or business? Do you want to reclaim your space from the invasion of unwanted intruders? Look no further than Pest Control Empire – your local partner in comprehensive pest management solutions. With years of experience serving the Frankston area, we have established ourselves as the go-to experts for effective and reliable pest control services. Our dedicated team is committed to creating pest-free environments for both residential and commercial spaces.

Why Should Frankston Residents Choose Pest Control Empire?

Experience and Expertise: Our team of seasoned professionals brings a wealth of experience to every pest control challenge. We understand the unique pest pressures faced by Frankston residents and businesses, and we tailor our solutions to address them effectively. Whether you’re dealing with common household pests or more elusive invaders, we have the knowledge and skills to tackle any pest problem.

Local Knowledge: As a locally owned and operated pest control company, we have an intimate understanding of the Frankston area. We know the pest trends, the hotspots, and the specific challenges that the local climate presents. This insight allows us to devise targeted strategies that yield superior results, providing you with peace of mind and a pest-free environment.

Comprehensive Services: At Frankston Pest Control, we offer a wide range of pest management services to cater to all your needs. From termites and rodents to ants and spiders, no pest is too challenging for our expert team. Our services are designed to not only eliminate existing infestations but also to prevent future invasions through proactive measures.

Safe and Environmentally Friendly: We prioritise the safety of your loved ones, pets, and the environment. Our pest control methods are carefully selected to minimise any potential harm while maximising effectiveness. We employ eco-friendly solutions that are tough on pests but gentle on the planet.

Customised Solutions: We understand that each pest problem is unique. That’s why we take a tailored approach to every situation. After a thorough assessment of your property, we create a customised treatment plan that addresses your specific pest issues and concerns. Our goal is to provide solutions that fit your needs, budget, and schedule.

Our Pest Control Process

  1. Inspection: We begin with a comprehensive inspection of your property to identify the extent of the pest infestation and the underlying causes. This step helps us develop an accurate plan of action.
  2. Custom Treatment: Based on our findings, we design a personalised treatment plan that combines a variety of methods to effectively eradicate pests and prevent their return.
  3. Implementation: Our skilled technicians execute the treatment plan with precision, using state-of-the-art equipment and industry-leading techniques to ensure optimal results.
  4. Follow-up and Prevention: After the initial treatment, we schedule follow-up visits to monitor the effectiveness of the solution and make any necessary adjustments. We also provide recommendations for preventive measures you can take to minimise the risk of future infestations.

    Roof Inspection - Pest Control Frankston
    We specialise in pest removal in the Frankston area.

Contact Us Today for a Pest-Free Tomorrow

Don’t let pests take over your living or working space. Take control with Frankston Pest Control by your side. Our commitment to excellence, local expertise, and personalised solutions set us apart as the premier pest control service in Frankston. Trust us to deliver results that exceed your expectations.

We offer the following services to Frankston residents & business owners:

Mouse Control;

Rat Control;

Spider Control;

Ant Control;

Wasp Control;

Termite Inspection and Termite Control.

Contact us today at 1300 665 573 or complete the Contact Us form to schedule an inspection or to learn more about our comprehensive pest control services. Let’s work together to create a cleaner, safer, and pest-free environment for you, your family, and your business.

Rodents Invade Melbourne Properties

9 Signs Your Property Might Have Rodents: Don’t Overlook the Red Flags

Rodents, those small but often pesky creatures, can infiltrate our Melbourne homes and commercial properties with remarkable stealth. Their presence can lead to damage, health risks, and overall discomfort. As a responsible property owner, it’s crucial to be vigilant about the signs of rodent infestation. In this article, we’ll discuss nine key indicators that your Melbourne property might be hosting these unwelcome rats and mice.

**1. Unexplained Noises

One of the first signs of a potential rodent problem is unexplained noises, especially during the night. If you hear scratching, scurrying, or even squeaking sounds coming from your walls, ceilings, or attics, there’s a high chance that rodents are present.

**2. Droppings

Rodent droppings are telltale signs of an infestation. These can vary in size and appearance depending on the species, but generally, they resemble small pellets. Finding these droppings in areas like cupboards, along baseboards, or near food sources is a clear sign that rodents are active.

Droppings and carcasses are a sure sign you have a rodent infestation.

**3. Gnaw Marks

Rodents have a strong need to gnaw on objects to keep their constantly growing teeth in check. If you notice chewed-up wires, furniture, or even structural elements, it’s likely that rodents are to blame.

**4. Nests and Nesting Materials

Rodents often create nests in hidden, sheltered areas. These nests can be made from shredded paper, fabric, insulation, and other materials. If you stumble upon a nest or come across piles of shredded materials in unused corners of your property, it’s time to investigate further.

**5. Grease Marks

As rodents move around, their bodies can leave behind greasy marks on walls and surfaces. These marks might not be immediately noticeable, but over time, they can accumulate and become apparent.

**6. Strange Odours

A distinctive, musty odour can sometimes accompany rodent infestations. If you notice an unexplained smell that doesn’t go away with regular cleaning, it could be a sign that rodents are present.

**7. Footprints and Tracks

In dusty or less frequently visited areas, you might be able to spot rodent footprints and tracks. These can provide a clear indication of the type of rodents in your property and their movement patterns.

**8. Chewed Food Packaging

Rodents are notorious for raiding pantries and food storage areas. If you find chewed food packaging or evidence of nibbling on stored food items, it’s a strong indication of a rodent problem.

Chewed Food Packaging by Rodents
Food should be sealed in solid air tight containers that rodents cannot chew through.

**9. Sightings

The most obvious sign of a rodent issue is actually spotting these creatures themselves. If you see a rodent scurrying around, it’s likely that there are more hiding in your property.

Conclusion

Ignoring the 9 Signs Your Property Might Have Rodents can lead to serious consequences for your Melbourne property and even your health. It’s essential to take immediate action upon noticing any of the aforementioned indicators. From unexplained noises to chewed wires and droppings, these signs provide valuable clues that rodents have made themselves at home on your property. If you suspect an infestation, contact our professional pest control service on 1300 665 573 to effectively address the issue and ensure your property remains rodent-free. We’ll tailor a package both of rat control & mouse control for all Melbourne suburbs.

Rats Melbourne | Mouse Exterminator Melbourne

Rats Melbourne

INCREASE IN RODENT ACTIVITY IN MELBOURNE

We’re riding the wave of the COVID-19 pandemic in Melbourne and it seems the local rodent population is riding the wave with us. Tim Clinnick, of the Pest Control Empire , notes a dramatic increase in rodent activity in Melbourne. Tim says, “If the current number of enquiries continue then it’s going to be a bumper season for rats and mice in Melbourne”.

There are many reasons why rodent activity has increased in Melbourne. Social distancing and working from home may be a major factor.
Tim continues: “It may not actually be that rats and mice are in higher numbers this year. I believe the closure of cafes and restaurants, particularly around the Melbourne CBD, may have resulted in a drop in food for rodents. The lack of people in the Melbourne CBD has also likely decreased the amount of litter that the local rodents would normally feed on.”

Rats Melbourne

Tim notes that a scarcity of food may have resulted in rats and mice venturing further in search of a meal. He also notes that rodent sightings during daylight hours have increased.

Tim explains: “Rats and mice are nocturnal so they usually search for food at night. The fact that many people are sighting rodents during the day indicates to me that food is scarce and they’re getting desperate.
However, it could also indicate that the population level of rodents is high at present”.

It’s imperative that the pest control industry operates as normal during COVID-19. Could you imagine a city overrun by rodents? This could be the reality is the pest industry is crippled.

Professional pest companies in Melbourne for the following reasons should control rats and mice:

• Rats & mice spread disease;
• Rats & mice contaminate food;
• Rats & mice damage property.

Tim says: “Rats and mice need to gnaw of solid objects to wear their teeth down. If they didn’t gnaw their teeth would grow so large that they wouldn’t be able to eat. Generally, rats and mice will gnaw on timber to grind down their teeth but it’s also very common for them to gnaw on cables. It could be an electrical wire or your Internet connection that they destroy. Rodents are quite often the cause of an electrical fire!”

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Melbourne’s outer suburbs are also experiencing a surge in rodent activity. As the temperature cools in Melbourne it’s common for rats and mice to venture closer to our homes in search of warmth. Common locations for rodents to live include:

• Roof cavities;
• Wall cavities;
• Subfloors; &
• In the case of mice, they will live behind the fridge, dishwasher, or under the kitchen sink.

Tim notes that mice are brazen in nature as opposed to the rat that has more of a shy disposition. “Rats have an established fear of people. For some reason they think we don’t like them and that we’re trying to kill them! Rats have been around for millions of years and will always thrive where people are in close proximity. We’ll never get rid of them totally and generally, we rarely see them so our phobia is less for the rat than the mouse.”

Tim continues, “A mouse sighting is enough to make a grown man shriek in fear! Mice are brazen and inquisitive. They’ll live inside our homes and venture out in search of food within our view. I guess they know they’re quicker than us and able to fit into gaps we can’t access”.

Contact Pest Control Empire on 1300 665 573 to discuss your Melbourne rodent control options. We operate in every Melbourne suburb. If you require rat or mouse elimination in Melbourne then we’re the team for you.

Rat Control in Melbourne

Melbourne is home to all kinds of pests, including:

• Rodents (rats & mice);
• Possums;
• Flying insect pests;
• Crawling insect pests; &
• Birds.

Tim Clinnick is the senior pest manager at Pest Control Empire, a major player in the Melbourne based pest management space. Tim says, “Far and away the most common complaint we have involves rodents. Rats and mice are absolutely everywhere and no suburb is immune”.

Rat Control Requirements

The three types of rodents that require pest control in Melbourne are:

1. The common house mouse;
2. The Norway Rat; &
3. The roof rat.

Rat Control | The roof rat
The roof rat is identifiable via its large ears and strikingly long tail

The common house mouse has adapted well to living among humans. Mice are smaller than rats and are far more likely to enter an occupied home than their more cautious rat relatives.

Due to their small stature mice are able to enter tiny gaps to gain entry into a home. Common entry points for mice into Melbourne homes and offices include:

• Weep holes;
• Gaps around pipes;
• Trees that overhang a roofline; &
• Gaps under doors and around windows.

Tim continues, “Our clients are quite often perplexed as to how a mouse or mice have found their way into their homes. I simply explain that if you can fit a pencil into a gap, then that’s more than enough space for a mouse to enter. I also explain that mice can actually scale vertical walls. If I hadn’t seen it I wouldn’t have believed it but it’s true!”

Mice are brazen and can often be seen scurrying around a lounge room or kitchen in search of food. Tim adds, “Mice are very confident if not cocky. I’ve had a few elderly clients that like to eat in their rocking chairs. They often relay stories of mice living under the rocking chair and pillaging food direct from the client’s plate!”

Mice are also inquisitive. It’s this trait that pest control managers in Melbourne use to bring about their demise. Tim says, “We try as far as possible to eliminate any possible food source. This includes putting all food packages into sealed Tupperware style containers, sweeping up all spills, keeping fruit in the fridge and other vigilant hygiene practices like taking internal garbage bins outside daily. We then add rodenticide in locked style bait stations and place them in strategic locations. The inquisitive nature of a mouse will lead it to investigate and feed within the bait station. The rodenticide we use is very effective and will soon lead to the death of the mouse and all his rodent friends.”

The Norway rat also is known as the common rat, street rat, sewer rat, Hanover rat, Norwegian rat, Parisian rat, water rat, or wharf rat is a very common pest in Melbourne. In fact, it’s the most successful mammal on the planet, behind humans of course!

The Norway rat lives hand in hand with humans and their preference is to dig long and continuous tunnels to provide harbourage from the weather and predators. Tim adds, “Often we receive a call from a client advising that a rat or rats are seen scurrying under their deck. When Norway rat is startled it will run to its burrow. In instances where clients have a deck, it’s very easy for a rat to create a burrow system underneath. At some very infested homes, I’ve crawled around subfloors and observed hundreds of burrows. It’s quite a sight to behold!”

To control the Norway rat we can add locked bait stations around the area where they are tunneling. We can also add tracking powder into each accessible burrow. The powder attaches to the body of the rat. Rats are social and live in groups. They groom other rats as well as themselves. A rat contaminated with tracking powder that gets groomed or grooms itself can lead to death to the colony.

The roof rat is Melbourne’s biggest pest control issue. As the name suggests, these rats inhabit roof cavities. Tim notes, “Our clients call and say it sounds like there’s a party going on in their roof space! Instantly I think of the roof rat. Due to their nocturnal nature, this rat is particularly annoying as it keeps Melbourne homeowners awake at night”.

Signs that you have a rat issue in your Melbourne roof space include:

• Noises at night;
• Scurrying sounds;
• Chewing or gnawing sounds;
• Fighting or mating sounds; &
• Musky odours.

Tim concludes, “A telltale sign of a rodent infestation is an agitated cat or dog. If there’s a rat or a mouse sleeping in a wall, a cat or dog will sit in front of that wall, often for hours on end. This is a dead give away that your Melbourne house is home to rodents”.

We’re a respected provider of rat control and pest control services in Melbourne and surrounding areas. Melbourne is home to many pests and we can help you with them all. Contact us on 1300 665 573 for a quote on your pest control Melbourne needs.

Caroline Springs Mice Removal

Mice Removal Caroline Springs

Mice Removal Caroline Springs

Caroline Springs is currently under siege from mice. That’s the verdict from Tim Clinnick, the owner of Pest Control  Empire. He says, “We’re in Caroline Springs each and every day helping residents and business owners bring the mouse plague under control”. Tim adds, “The open fields close to Caroline Springs are a haven for mice in the warmer months. However, as the colder weather approaches mice seek out shelter and warmth. It’s at this time that we see mice come into our homes in droves”.  Read More

Caroline Springs Mice Removal

Mouse Exterminator Melbourne

Mouse Exterminator Melbourne

Are you in need of a mouse exterminator in Melbourne? We specialise in the removal of mice from homes and businesses in all Melbourne suburbs. Mice will live in your subfloor, walls, roof cavity and the interior of your home. If mice are in the house they can commonly be found under your sink, behind the refrigerator or dishwasher and even in your pantry. To successfully control a mouse infestation we must work as a team. We will do everything we can to control the outbreak and if you follow our advice your rodent plague will quickly be brought under control.

How to avoid a mouse infestation

  • Maintain the cleanliness of your home. This includes immediately wiping up food spillages and even removing crumbs from your toaster;
  • Eat meals at the dining table rather than the living zones to avoid food falling down the sides and back of the couch or chairs;
  • Never leave dirty dishes in the sink;
  • Run the dishwasher daily;
  • Keep garbage in a tightly sealed rubbish bin and empty the contents to the outdoor bin daily;
  • Store recyclable products outside and away from your home;
  • If recyclables are stored inside make sure they are thoroughly rinsed and kept in a tightly sealed recycling bin;
  • Remove clutter including boxes as mice will nest in these areas;
  • Ensure that all food items (does not include food stored in a can or jar) are stored in the fridge or in tightly sealed plastic containers. This includes fruit, vegetables, chips, lollies, cereal, bread, nuts and dry pet food;
  • If you have school children inspect their school bags for food items and place any rubbish in the bin;
  • If you own pets such as a cat or dog ensure that their food bowls are cleaned after every meal & if you own birds sweep up discarded seed.

    Mouse Exterminator Melbourne
    Have mice invaded your home? Call us for extermination of rodents in Melbourne.

When mice have infiltrated your home we will implement a baiting strategy. Locked bait stations (child and pet tamper proof) will be placed in areas of known activity. We also add bait to the roof cavity & subfloor (if applicable).

Provided all other potential food sources are removed, the resident mice will feed on the bait very quickly.

If you follow our plan you should expect to be mouse free within 7-14 days if not sooner.

Call Pest Control Empire on 1300 665 573 to book your appointment with a qualified mouse exterminator now.

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Rat Exterminator Melbourne

Rat Exterminator Melbourne

We’re a locally owned rat extermination company operating in all Melbourne suburbs. We specialise in rat removal. It’s what we do all day everyday. Rats will live in your subfloor, walls or roof cavity. As opposed to mice, rats will rarely enter an occupied home.

The successful control of rats in Melbourne is a team effort between you the homeowner, and us the pest manager. We’ll do everything we can to control the infestation and if you follow our advice your rat infestation will be brought under control within 14-21 days.  Read More

Rat & Mouse Exterminator Melbourne

Rat & Mouse Exterminator Melbourne

You’re reading this article because you’ve either seen a rat or mouse or your hearing noises that make you believe your property is infested. We’re a premier provider of rodent control in Melbourne. Contact us to book an inspection and we’ll quickly identify the species of rodent and the extent of the infestation. We service all Melbourne suburbs and we excel at rat & mouse control.  Read More

How to get rid of mice in Melbourne

How to get rid of mice in Melbourne

How do I get rid of mice?

We’re currently in the depths of winter and we’re all trying to keep warm. But we certainly aren’t the only ones who struggle with the cold. That’s right, mice dislike the cold just as much as we do. Don’t be surprised if you’re currently sharing your home with mice. They pile into our homes at this time of year in droves. The most common question we get asked is how to get rid of mice?

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Rodent Control Melbourne Western Suburbs

Rodent Control Melbourne Western Suburbs

For rodent control Melbourne western suburbs you should contact a local pest manager. We’re based in Melbourne’s west and have many pest specialists available day to day. This morning we had a frantic call from a motor mechanic in North Sunshine. He opened the bonnet of a vehicle to find a rat sitting in its nest. We’re not sure who was more startled, the rat or the motor mechanic! The rat scurried into the workshop and the terrified staff jumped onto their desks. Anyway, we attended within 20 minutes to remove the rat nest from the vehicle.  Read More

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