Spring into action:
protecting your home from pests
If infestation happens In the event of an infestation, local supermarkets or hardware shops are likely to have a solution. Sprays, baits, and treatments are available for flies, cockroaches, spiders, ants, mice, and rats. Be careful when using bait around children or animals and be sure to follow the instructions on the packaging. Tips to avoid pests in the home: Store food in airtight containers. Use sprays or baits regularly. Empty your bins regularly, use bin liners and wash bins with soapy water. Declutter your home regularly to reduce spaces for pest to live. Regularly wipe down countertops. Vacuum and mop any spills or messes when they occur. To avoid pests like mice in your garden trim overgrown bushes and mow lawns regularly. Avoid leaving pet food out for long periods of time – if your pet eats slowly feed them multiple times a day instead.
Who is responsible? Housing Choices is generally responsible for pest and vermin control that requires professional services such as mice, termites and ants. Tenants are responsible for taking basic pest prevention measures such as storing food properly and using sprays/ baits. If an infestation is caused by the activities of the tenant, they will be charged for pest control. As Spring weather warms up pests that have been dormant during the winter months like spiders, cockroaches, ants and mice start to become active again. With the increase in pest activity during warmer months it is important to know how to prevent and tackle issues with common pests in and around your home.
If the pest issues continue and you cannot remedy them yourself, please contact our Maintenance Hotline on 1800 203 383 between 8am-4pm from Monday-Friday.
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