Where’s the job?

Scope of Works

• survey interior and exterior to locate nests, trails and entry points

• apply targeted bait treatments to active mounds and foraging routes using approved products

• spot-treat perimeter gaps, wall junctions and voids with residual products where necessary

• set monitoring stations and arrange one or more follow-up visits to confirm control

• remove and bag small amounts of contaminated material and advise on larger disposal needs

• technicians use PPE and cordon treated areas; provide safety advice for children, pets and food areas

Typical Cost

Time on Site

Most on-site treatments take 1–4 hours depending on nest number and locations; a single outdoor nest and a few interior spot-treatments are typically 1–2 hours while multiple nests or hard-to-reach nests extend this. Follow-up checks are usually 30–90 minutes and may be required 7–14 days after initial treatment

Questions to Ask Your Tradie

• what specific products and methods will you use and are they approved for use near children and pets

• are you insured and licensed to treat this species and can you provide a written quote and method statement

• what preparations do you need me to do (pets, clear access, cover food or equipment)

• how many visits are likely and is follow-up included or charged extra

• what safety measures and re-entry times should I expect after treatment

• do you provide a written report and any guarantees or follow-up service windows

How to Avoid Surprises

• ensure clear access to gardens, outbuildings and rooflines and move pots and logs from treated areas

• arrange parking for the treatment van close to access points to avoid long carry distances

• keep pets and children away from treatment zones and follow any re-entry times given

• tell the tradie about sensitive areas (water features, vegetable patches, bee hives) before they arrive

• check communal or landlord rules for treatments in flats and obtain permissions if required