Debunking Common Myths About DIY Pest Control in Cape Town
By Dead Easy Pest Control
/ August 20, 2024
When it comes to managing pests in Cape Town, many homeowners are tempted to try DIY solutions. However, several common myths about do-it-yourself pest control can lead to more harm than good. At Dead Easy Pest Control, we’re here to set the record straight and explain why professional services are often the best choice.
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Top 5 Eco-Friendly Pest Control Methods for Your Home
By Dead Easy Pest Control
/ August 7, 2024
As concerns about the environment grow, many homeowners are seeking eco-friendly pest control methods that are safe for both their families and the planet. At Dead Easy Pest Control, we specialize in environmentally friendly pest control solutions that effectively target common pests such as cockroaches, rats, mice, flies, and ants.
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Understanding and Preventing Secondary Poisoning
By Dead Easy Pest Control
/ June 19, 2024
Secondary poisoning occurs when animals ingest toxins indirectly, typically by consuming poisoned prey. In Cape Town, this issue is particularly concerning due to its diverse wildlife, including owls, genets, mongooses, and caracals. These predators are at risk when rodents are poisoned with rodenticides.
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The Cape Dwarf Chameleon
By Dead Easy Pest Control
/ May 23, 2023
The Cape Dwarf Chameleon (Bradypodion pumilum) is a small lizard that is endemic to the Western Cape region of South Africa. This species is unique in that it has the ability to change color to match its surroundings, making it a master of camouflage. Unfortunately, despite its incredible adaptation skills, the Cape Dwarf Chameleon is facing significant threats to its survival.
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Protecting the Wetlands and Sea Around Cape Town: The Dangers of Pest Control Poisons
By Dead Easy Pest Control
/ April 11, 2023
Pest control poisons can have devastating effects on the environment, especially on the wetlands and sea around Cape Town, South Africa. While pesticides are necessary for pest control, their careless use can have severe impacts on the environment. In this article, we will explore the dangers of pest control poisons on the wetlands and sea around Cape Town and the need for responsible use of pesticides by pest controllers.
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What’s Scratching in Your Roof?
By Dead Easy Pest Control
/ August 11, 2022
House mice are one of the most common pests found in homes. They can breed quickly and give birth to six babies every three weeks! They may look cute but they can spread diseases, such as include salmonella, leptospirosis, and even Hantavirus. They're also devastating to your home because of their destructive nature, which is why it’s important that you get rid of this problem quickly.
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Bees Under Threat
By Dead Easy Pest Control
/ August 4, 2022
Our Bees are under siege from habitat loss, climate change and pesticides. The World would be a much less colourful place without these important pollinators. 90% of flowering plants rely on them for reproduction, so it is safe to say that we can't live without them!
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Let’s Be Owl Wise
By Dead Easy Pest Control
/ July 29, 2020
At the beginning of June, Dagny discovered one of Zeekoevlei's resident male spotted eagle owls, weak and sick, on the ground, he was able to pick the bird up quite easily, which indicated just how sick it was and he also suspected that it was suffering from concussion.
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Rat Poison Threat to City’s Peri-urban Caracals & Wildlife
By Dead Easy Pest Control
/ July 29, 2020
Urban rat poisons are spilling over into Cape Town’s natural environment, threatening species such as caracal, mongoose, otter and owl....
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Poison Labels – What Do They Mean?
By Dead Easy Pest Control
/ July 21, 2020
Pesticides are grouped according to the toxicity hazard group to which they belong, and each has different colour-coded poison labels....
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Rat Poisons & Owls
By Dead Easy Pest Control
/ July 21, 2020
There are unfortunately many rat poisons on the market that are not environmentally-friendly and if the dead rodents are eaten...
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