Frequently Asked Questions About Pest Control in Dunedin

Generally, around 5 to 7 days. It can take a day or two for rodents to become accustomed to new items in their environment, followed by around 4 to 6 days for the bait to take effect.

Around 95% of the time, rodents will die outside the home. They regularly move in and out looking for food and water, with your home often providing shelter.

Rodent bait does not make rats thirsty. Rats naturally need around 50ml of water per day.

No. Bait is fully enclosed in bait stations that can only be opened using a special key. In some cases, bait may also be placed in open bait pottles within ceiling cavities where children and pets cannot access it.

The rodent baits we use contain second-generation anticoagulants.

You can wash the glass on your windows 48 hours after treatment, but please try to avoid washing the frames.

Water blasting, painting or cleaning treated areas with detergents should also be avoided, as this can remove the residual spray.

Our spider treatment is designed to last through the spider season, which covers the warmer months. Normally, spider proofing only needs to be carried out once a year.

Generally, spider proofing season runs from September through to May. Spiders are less active during winter, and harsh winter weather can also reduce the effective life of the spray.

A treated wasp nest will generally be eradicated within 12 to 24 hours.

We use specialised equipment to inject a powder or liquid insecticide directly into the nest.

It depends on the treatment and where it is being carried out.

For exterior spider proofing, you can remain inside your home with the windows closed. For interior spray treatments, we generally ask that you stay clear of the treated area for 3 to 4 hours.

We’ll discuss any requirements with you before treatment begins.

This depends on the product being used, but for many of our treatments it is generally around 3 to 4 hours. We’ll let you know exactly what is required before carrying out the treatment.

Yes, subject to conditions. We’re happy to discuss the applicable guarantee with you before treatment.

We recommend having them checked at least every three months, or more frequently if there are ongoing pest issues.

The appropriate servicing schedule can also depend on the location, age and condition of your premises.

For urgent issues, we can normally respond the same day. For regular scheduled appointments, we aim to attend within 24 to 48 hours.

Yes. We are generally available after hours for pest control emergencies. An additional charge applies for after-hours callouts.

Where possible, we encourage customers to contact us during normal hours so we can also maintain a good work/life balance for our technicians.