PROTECTING YOUR ENVIRONMENT IS OUR BUSINESS

From persistent cockroaches, troublesome ants, to sneaky rats, mice, spiders – these intruders can wreak havoc on your property’s integrity and jeopardise the health of your family, tenants, customers, and pets.

At Big Red, we firmly believe that pest control should be a year-round priority, regardless of the season. Our team of qualified technicians are trained to swiftly identify pest-related issues within your property and administer precise treatments that yield results. Committed to both safety and eco-friendliness, we employ treatments that effectively repel pests while ensuring the well-being of your environment.

Say goodbye to unwelcome guests taking refuge in your property or businesses. Entrust Big Red as your steadfast ally in fortifying your spaces against pests. 

Contact us today and take the first step towards a pest-free environment.

RESIDENTAL PEST MANAGEMENT

Our pest technicians take the time to understand your problem to come up with a suitable & effective solution for your pest control needs.  

Our General Pest Management Treatment covers:

Spiders, Cockroaches, Silverfish and Ants

During our service we treat the following areas:

Internally:  A spray will be applied along every skirting board, all cupboards and ceiling cornice (where we can reach).  

Kitchen cupboard under the sink will have a Cockroach Gel applied to the hinges. 

Behind kitchen appliances like the dishwasher, oven, fridge will be dusted.

Externally:  A spray will be applied to the Gutters, downpipes (as far as we can reach), eves, porticos, around windows, doors and exterior base perimeter around the buildings.                                                                

We also offer specialised pest treatments for

END OF LEASE

Depending on the terms of your Lease Agreement, you may need to arrange a pest treatment of your rental property when vacating, particularly if you have pets residing within the premises. 

Undesirable insects such as cockroaches, ants, fleas, and spiders can jeopardise the refund of your rental bond.

The act of moving can already be quite a daunting experience, and the responsibility of ensuring a pest-free environment can further contribute to the stress. Allow Big Red to help alleviate this burden and make your relocation journey smoother.

REAL ESTATE

Whether you’re leasing your property manager or overseeing a residential, commercial, or government building, a crucial task is managing the pest maintenance of these properties. We possess vast expertise in assisting the requirements of real estate and various buildings through our services. 

STRATA AND BODY CORPORATES

If you’re tasked with overseeing a Body Corporate, we can assist in customising a pest management program that aligns with the unique needs and requirements of your complex.

COMMERCIAL

Big Red services a broad range of commercial customers including construction companies, industrial sites, shopping centres, hotels, medical centres, dental practices, restaurants, and cafes.   

our pest technicians are licensed, qualified, and experienced in high-risk environments such as state and private schools, childcare centres, aged cares and will work diligently to address your pest control needs in these areas.

Termite Inspection Gold Coast: Protecting Your Home from Silent Invaders

Termites, which are sometimes called “silent destroyers,” can do a lot of damage to homes, making the owners of those houses very unhappy and expensive to fix.

Types of termites

There are different kinds of termites, but the most dangerous ones in the Gold Coast area are underground termites. Predators that live underground may get into your home through tunnels, which makes it harder to find.

Why You Should Get Regular Inspections: Getting regular termite inspections is the best way to keep these harmful bugs away.

Finding the First Signs: Learn how to find the first signs of a termite problem, like wood that sounds hollow and mud tubes on your property.

Avoiding Expensive Repairs: Learn how termite checks can save you a lot of money on repairs by finding the problem quickly and fixing it.

How a Termite Inspection Works: Knowing what goes on during a termite inspection can help you feel less stressed.

Initial Evaluation: The termite expert will carefully look over the outside and inside of your home, searching for signs of termite activity.

The Use of Cutting-Edge Technology: To find termites in hard-to-reach places, modern termite exams use cutting-edge technology like thermal imaging.

How to Pick the Right Inspector: There are different kinds of termite testers. Find out how to choose a professional who you can trust and who has the right knowledge to protect your home well.

Credentials and Licenses: Make sure the termite inspector you pick has the right licenses and credentials to do checks on the Gold Coast.

Customer Reviews and References: To get an idea of the inspector’s name and track record, read reviews and call references.

Other than having checks, there are things you can do to lower the risk of termite infestations.

Regular Maintenance: Keep your property dry, fix leaks right away, and clean up your yard of wood chips and other waste.

Termite Barriers: To keep termites out, you might want to put up physical or chemical barriers.

Termite Control Gold Coast: Protecting Your Home with Big Red Gold Coast

Understanding How Termites Act

Termites are social bugs that live in groups and eat things made of cellulose, like paper and wood. To get rid of termites successfully, you need to know how they act and what they like to do.

Termites swarm when it’s warmer outside, looking for new places to nest. You can catch termite problems early if you know when and where to look for them.

Signs That You Have Termites

Finding termite infestations early is very important for keeping harm to a minimum. Keep an eye out for these signs:

Mud Tubes: Termites build mud tubes to keep themselves safe and keep the soil wet. Look for these near the base of your house.
Wood That Sounds empty: If you tap on a piece of wood and it sounds empty, it could mean that termites have damaged it.
Lost Wings: Termites lose their wings after swarming. Termites have been active if you find wings that have been thrown away.
Preventative Steps

The best thing to do is to keep ants away. How to do it:

Regular checks: To catch termite infestations early, plan to have checks once a year.
Termites love it when wood meets the ground; get rid of any wood that is touching the ground. Do not put wood piles near the base of your house.
Termite-Resistant Materials: If you are building or remodeling your home, you might want to use materials that are resistant to termites.

Ways to Get Rid of Termites

When termites come in, you need to act quickly. Big Red Gold Coast offers a number of successful ways to get rid of termites, including:

Chemical Barriers: A barrier is made when liquid termiticides are used to keep termites out of your home.
Baiting Systems: Termite bait stations keep termites away from your home, which gets rid of the whole population.
Fumigation: Fumigation may be needed to get rid of termites in serious infestations.

FAQ

We recommend covering all Bird Cages with a sheet/towel or place outside away from spray.  Cover all Fish Tanks and turn off filters.

Remove all cold blooded – Snakes, Frogs, Lizards, etc, out of the house and away from spray.

All pets/animals should be kept away from treated areas until dry (approximately 2 hours). 

Please remove and store away all pet food bowls and feeders prior to treatment.

  • Avoid direct contact with Insecticide until dry.  This could take up to 2-3 hours in some cases.  
  • Should you suspect anyone has come into contact with the treated area and has been affected in anyway, contact Poisons Information Centre on 13 11 26.  
  • Infants and children should be kept off the floors and away from skirting boards until the product is dry.
  • If you suspect you are allergic or suffer any form of reaction, it is recommended you leave the building during treatment and remain away for the remainder of the day.
  • You must advise us of any pets or of any personal or family or staff allergies or other health concerns.
  • Where possible the morning of our attendance, move furniture and belongings away from walls. The more area we can access and spray, the better.   
  • Pre-vacuum carpeted areas and pre-wash tiled areas.
  • If you would like us to spray within kitchen and bathroom cupboards, please remove all items in cupboards under the benches and the last shelf in pantry. These items can be placed on top of the benches and replaced when chemical is dry inside cupboards.  Please wipe out cupboards that have been emptied before we arrive as they will remove all pheromones.  
  • Cover all food items and all food utensils prior to treatment as directed.
  • Remove all hanging washing from clotheslines and remove any shoes, children’s toys, pet food and water prior to external treatment.
  • Close all doors and windows during any external treatment and keep closed until the treatment has dried (This could take up to 2 hours).  
  • You must observe any verbal advice provided to you by our licensed technician at the time of treatment.

Our Mission Statement

Our aim is 100% satisfaction to YOU our customer through Service, Integrity, Pride and Technology.

Contact Big Red for all your pest management needs, we are here to help and assist you.

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