Craig Kramer of Eagle Eye Pest Control in Cumnock says that undertaking pest inspections now, as the weather starts to warm up in October and November, may well save you considerable costs in treatment and future damage to your property. 

‘Spring is the optimum time to deal with pests. In the Central West around Orange we see black ants, spiders, wasps and white ants in particular’ Craig said.  ‘There is a misconception that we don’t have termites here, but we do, and I’ve seen some severe damage to properties from white ants.  Orange is also renowned for European wasps which are a danger to people, particularly children, as their stings are severely painful.’

‘There are different treatments for different pests, with general treatments for most and more specific treatments for wasps where the entry to the nest has to be treated.  If people have concerns about the chemicals we use, I am happy to discuss those with them.  We have to treat the roof, but that doesn’t affect the inside of the house.’

‘Owners can take action to prevent pests like not allowing lawns and garden beds to encroach on the building slab, and clearing vegetation away from the edge of the slab regularly.’

‘Prevention is better than cure, and we are currently offering a pest inspection and treatment package with 20% off if they are both done at the same time.  Inspections cost $245 and a general pest treatment costs between $195 to $245 depending on the type of pest and extent of the infestation.’