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Practical, honest advice on cockroaches, rats, termites, bed bugs, fumigation and more, written for homes and businesses in the Western Cape.

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Last updated 2026-10-10

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How to Get Rid of Cockroaches for Good

How to get rid of cockroaches in your home: find where they breed, use the right baits, cut off food and water, and know when to call a professional.

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German vs American Cockroaches: How to Tell Them Apart

German or American cockroach? How to identify the two most common cockroaches in South African homes and why it changes how they are treated.

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Why Do Cockroaches Come Back After Fumigation?

Seeing cockroaches after fumigation? Why it happens, what is normal, and how to stop them coming back for good.

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Signs of Rats in the Ceiling (and What to Do Next)

Scratching in the ceiling at night? The signs of rats in the roof, how to tell rats from mice, and what to do about it.

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How to Keep Rats Away in a Cape Town Winter

Practical ways to keep rats and mice out of your home during the wet Western Cape winter, from sealing gaps to managing food and refuse.

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Signs of Termites in Your Home: What to Look For

The early warning signs of termites in South African homes: mud tubes, hollow timber, blistering paint and swarms after rain.

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Harvester Termites in Your Lawn: Signs and Treatment

Bare patches and small soil heaps in your lawn? How to recognise harvester termites in the Western Cape and how they are treated.

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How to Tell If You Have Bed Bugs

Itchy bites in the morning? The signs of bed bugs, where to check, and what to do (and not do) if you find them.

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How to Prepare Your Home for Fumigation: Checklist

A simple checklist to prepare your home for pest fumigation: food, kitchen cupboards, pets, fish tanks, children and what to do afterwards.

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How Long Should You Stay Out After Fumigation?

How long to stay out of your house after pest fumigation, when it is safe for children and pets, and how to air out your home.

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Ticks and Fleas in Your Yard: How to Get Rid of Them

How to get rid of ticks and fleas in your yard and home in the Western Cape, protect your dogs and cats, and stop re-infestation.

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Dangerous Spiders in the Western Cape: What to Know

Which spiders in the Western Cape are dangerous? Button spiders, violin spiders and sac spiders explained, plus how to keep spiders out of your home.

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How to Get Rid of Ants and Fishmoths

How to get rid of ant trails and fishmoths (silverfish) in your home, why they keep coming back, and when to call a professional.

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Restaurant Pest Control Checklist for South African Food Businesses

A practical pest control checklist for restaurants, takeaways and food businesses: cockroaches, rodents, flies, records and inspections.

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How Much Does Pest Control Cost? What Affects the Price

What affects the cost of pest control and fumigation in South Africa: pest type, property size, infestation level, follow-ups and location.

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