Pest Control Blog

Rats and mice in our home or office are definitely not desirable from the viewpoint of disease transmission, damage from gnawing and contamination of food. I think it’s something that we […]

Pest control treatments are not just to keep pests at bay because they are ‘creepy’ and ‘crawley’. Protecting your home from pest-borne diseases is a major component in keeping your […]

We know it’s tempting to kill brown and black ants when you spy one running across the kitchen bench. However, it’s the worst thing you can do if you have an ant problem. Brown and black ants […]

Swarming termites are teenage “scouts” sent out of overcrowded termite nests to set up new colonies in spring and early summer. In early summer the humid conditions often match the inside […]

There are many reasons why we consider rodents to be pests, any one of which would be sufficient to want to rid our properties of them. Phobia The irrational fear of rats and mice is surprisingly […]

Having a problem with fleas in and around your home can affect your whole family. Not only are their bites itchy and cause irritation, but did you know they can also transmit infectious diseases? […]

Home maintenance isn’t just about checking for repairs and keeping your home clean and organised. Home maintenance should also involve regular pest inspections too. At Hitman, we advise you to […]

German cockroaches are one of the most common roaches found in hotels, apartments and restaurants as well as many homes. German cockroaches (eggs included) are introduced to […]

Latrodectus Hasselti, more commonly known as Redback Spiders, are Australia’s most well-known spider. Redbacks live all over Australia but are rarely found in Tasmania because it is too cold. […]

Hitman Foundation in Tanzania Hitman Foundation looks for opportunities to work with people who are looking for assistance in expanding their lives. On a recent trip to Tanzania, Donna, co-owner […]