Pest Control Adelaide

The most common pests Adelaide technicians treat are German cockroaches, redback spiders, subterranean termites, roof rats, and European wasps. Adelaide's Mediterranean climate means cockroaches and ants remain active year round, including through winter in inner city properties and commercial kitchens. Subterranean termite pressure is elevated across the Adelaide Hills, Tea Tree Gully, and eastern suburbs due to clay soil conditions and established native vegetation. Rodents move indoors in autumn as temperatures drop.

Yes. Every Local Guys technician is fully licensed and insured. When you deal with The Local Guys, you can rest assured knowing every technician has:

• Current Police Clearance Check
• Current Working with Children Check (WWCC)
• First Aid
• Public liability insurance of $20,000,000
• Pest Control licence (trained to the highest level)
• Termite and timber pest licence
• Gun licence (where required)
• Working Safely at Heights Licence (where required)
• Current Full Driver's Licence

Yes. All Local Guys technicians provide bee relocation options as a priority over eradication wherever possible. We work closely with local SA beekeepers to safely relocate hives and colonies rather than destroying them, recognising the critical role bees play in South Australia's agricultural and ecological health.

Bee relocation depends on two factors, the client's preferences and the accessibility of the hive. Where a hive is accessible and relocation is practical, your technician will coordinate with a local beekeeper to remove and rehome the colony safely. Where relocation isn't possible due to hive location or safety concerns, they'll discuss all available options with you before any treatment begins.

We take bee protection seriously because population decline is a genuine concern for South Australia's food production and native ecosystems. Adelaide's warm Mediterranean climate supports active bee populations year round. Swarm season typically occurs in spring, when colonies split and search for new nesting sites.

If you have found a bee hive on your property, do not disturb it. Call 13 11 05 or request a free quote and a technician will assess the situation and recommend the safest solution.

It is common for rodents and animals to enter roof voids across Adelaide properties seeking warmth and shelter, particularly as temperatures drop in autumn and winter. If you believe you may have something living in your roof void, listen for these sounds:

• Scratching
• Scurrying
• Gnawing
• Movement
• Screeching

The type of sound can give you a clue about what pest you are dealing with, but identifying roof void pests by sound alone is notoriously difficult. At The Local Guys we always say:

"A mouse sounds like a rat, a rat sounds like a possum, and a possum sounds like an elephant."

If you are hearing noises in your roof void, the safest and most accurate approach is to have a licensed pest controller conduct a professional inspection. Our technicians will identify exactly what is living in your roof void and recommend the most appropriate treatment or removal solution. For possum removal, our technicians hold the correct SA licences required under the National Parks and Wildlife Act 1972 to legally and humanely relocate protected species. Call 13 11 05 or request a free quote and a technician will be in touch.

Pest control in Adelaide typically costs between $160 and $330 depending on pest type and property size. Ant and wasp treatments start from $160. Cockroach eradication runs from $240 to $330. Spider and rodent treatments range from $175 to $310. Termite inspections cost between $230 and $285. End of lease pest control is quoted by property size. Call 13 11 05 for a fast quote specific to your property.

Yes, when applied professionally and once the treated areas have dried. Our technicians use registered products applied at label rates, targeting cracks, crevices, skirting and entry points rather than open surfaces your family uses. As a general rule, keep children and pets out of treated rooms until surfaces are fully dry, usually two to four hours depending on ventilation and weather. Fish tanks should be covered and air pumps switched off during internal treatments, as fish are more sensitive than cats and dogs. Your technician will confirm the exact re-entry time for the products used at your property before starting, and let you know of any preparation needed for pet bowls, bedding or toys.

Your technician will start with a walkthrough of the problem areas, checking likely harbourage points such as kitchens, wet areas, roof void access and external entry points before any treatment begins. They will explain what they found, which treatment method suits the situation, and any preparation or safety steps needed before starting. Most standard residential treatments take between 45 minutes and 90 minutes depending on property size and the pests involved. Before leaving, your technician will run through what was treated, what to expect over the following days, any aftercare steps, and your warranty details. You will also receive a written report after the job.

Only lightly for most general treatments. Clear access to skirting boards, under sinks and behind appliances where practical, store away uncovered food, pet bowls and children's toys from areas being treated, and secure pets in an untreated room or outside. For flea treatments, vacuuming carpets beforehand improves results because the vibration encourages fleas to emerge from carpet fibres. For rodent work, clearing clutter from roof void access points and storage areas helps your technician place baits and locate entry points. Your technician will confirm any specific preparation when your booking is made, so nothing catches you out on the day.