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Midges are often called sand flies, however not every sand fly is a midge. Sand fly is a common name for several types of small biting insects. The presence and nuisance of midge has been increasing in recent years. Midge bites can cause severe itching and excessive scratching can result in wounds which can become infected. According to Queensland Health, midges do not transmit disease to humans in Australia.

You can take preventative measures to reduce the impact of midge bites by following the ‘tips to avoid getting bitten by mosquitoes’ information and also consider:

  • spraying insect screens with a UV resistant insect spray to reduce midges entering through the screens
  • Running ceiling and pedestal fans as a deterrent as midges don’t like air currents.

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Mosquito, Midge, Fire Ant, Pest Plant & Weed Management

Our cost-effective treatment solutions are proven to be productive by specifically targeting harborage and nesting areas of mosquitoes, midges and fire ants. We also offer pest plant and weed spraying treatments around your home or workplace.

Questions & Answers

What to expect from our service?

We will conduct an inspection of your property and advise the most suitable integrated treatment plan to achieve the best outcome. Misting and fogging of vegetation, hard surfaces, harborage areas and larvicide treatments where required.

Mosquito & Midge barrier treatments

You will see a significant reduction in mosquito and midge activity for up to 6 weeks. Results are dependent on environmental factors including weather, proximity to breeding grounds and treatable areas on your property.

What products we you use for barrier treatments

For residual barrier treatments we use water based synthetic pyrethroid insecticide which is modelled on nature’s own and very effective insecticide derived from the pyrethrum daisy.

We only use market leading products in accordance with manufacturer’s specifications that have been registered by the Australian Pesticides and Veterinary Medicines Authority (APVMA).

Fire ants

Direct nest injection (DNI) with approved insecticides and bait spreading of insect growth regulator (IGR) or fast-acting insecticide of the area with initial treatment and further treatments as required and reporting to relevant authorities.

Pest Plant and Weed Management

Integrated pest plant and weed management solutions including broadacre applications and treatment options for potential biosecurity risks.

What is included in our services?

Inspection, treatment of target pest species, or weeds using market leading products, technologically advanced equipment, application techniques, advice and statutory reporting obligations where relevant. We are comprehensively insured for all services we undertake including public liability and our assets.

How long does a barrier treatment take to complete?

A barrier treatment will take our technician between 30-60 mins depending on the property size, vegetation quantity and density and other factors.

Are these treatments safe for my children and pets?

Short answer, Yes.

The product is effective on wide range of common household pests and is safe for humans, animals and plants but can be toxic to aquatic life.

Our technicians are highly trained and avoid treating areas near fish ponds and water sources that contain aquatic life and provide pre treatment advice regarding safety precautionary measures that can be implemented.

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