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FAQ
Most Popular Questions
Odors reduce after the body is taken away.
Follow-up treatment prevents stale smells.
Yes, professional pest control targets ants at the source, not just the ones you see. Treatments are designed to break the infestation cycle completely.
Yes. Treatments are placed in spots pets don’t reach. We explain what to expect so there are no safety concerns.
Signs that you have them include droppings, egg cases, shed skins, musty smells, and seeing them at night.
Most treatments stay effective for several months. Properties near greenery often need extra visits.
Standing water is the main problem. Remove it, and mosquitoes will have far fewer places to breed.
They make areas dirty and unhygienic. This often happens near bins and drains.
Yes, flea problems aren’t limited to homes. Aptive Pest Control handles both houses and business spaces depending on what’s needed.
Most bites are raised and irritating, similar to other insect bites. A few may sit in a short row on exposed skin.
If you suspect them, don’t start pulling timber apart. Proper treatment usually needs a planned approach rather than a quick fix.
Yes. Silverfish often signal excess humidity or hidden moisture issues, which should be addressed to prevent repeat infestations.
Hot washing can kill larvae and eggs on clothes that are dirty. But some areas may need more treatment because they are hidden.
Yes, same-day and emergency moth removal is available, including weekends.
A licensed technician can attend promptly after booking confirmation.
Early morning or late evening when wasps are less active.
Snakes are usually defensive animals by nature, not aggressive. If they feel threatened or trapped, biting is the only way they can protect themselves. It's probably best to avoid it, then.
Yes. Possums are protected under Australian wildlife laws.
Legal solutions focus on removing people in a humane way and stopping them from coming back
Bird droppings can contaminate surfaces and create hygiene concerns.
Prolonged exposure increases health risks, especially in enclosed areas.
It involves managing pigeon activity and preventing nesting on properties.
The goal is long-term control using safe and effective methods.
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