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How Termites Affect the Environment

Most often referred to as pests that damage buildings, termites are essential contributors to the delicate balance of our environment. They have both positive and negative impacts on the environment and this article looks at both in detail.

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When to hire your first employee in a service business

Hiring your first staff member in a small service-based business is an important step in the growth of a small service-based business, but for some working out the when and who are the biggest questions. The video from Tom Aldridge, the owner of Suburban Pest Management provides valuable insights into the hiring process of your first employee in a service-based business.

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Termite Video Series

At Suburban, we cover all aspects of pest management, and termites are the main focus of our work. This series covers everything you need to know about termites, how they work, what to do if you have termites, termite types, termite treatments, and how you can protect your home and family from termite damage. The series takes an in-depth look at how Suburban does chemical soil treatments and termite barriers. In this series, we also look at product warranties and our own SPM Guarantee.

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The Difference Between Termidor HE & Termidor SC

Termidor has been the most popular product in Australia and it has been our most effective product over our 10,000 treatments in that time. In this article, we explain the difference between Termidor HE & Termidor SC. Both are great options but which one you choose often comes down to personal preference. Either is a great option.

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Pesties in Cars Getting Coffee

Enjoy this lighthearted series of videos where Tom and Oscar get coffee and answer commonly asked questions about Suburban Pest Management, the pest control industry, and Tom Aldridge, Suburban Pest Management's owner. Enjoy Pesties in Cars Getting Coffee.

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FAQs - Termites

Because Suburban Pest Management specialises in termite management and because we are carrying out termite solutions every day, we get asked about subterranean termites all the time, so we thought we would answer some of the most commonly asked questions we get asked about termites.

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Not So Fun Facts

In our Not-So-Fun Facts video series, we have created some fun, short, easy-to-understand videos on lots of pest-related topics. Pests covered include Termites, Mosquitoes, Wasps, Cockroaches, and Rodents. In these videos, Tom gives a whole bunch of interesting facts and breaks down myths and common misconceptions.

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DIY Pest Control Video Series (Videos 10 – 12 Rodents)

In this series, we cover everything related to DIY Pest Control. Tom Aldridge, the owner of Suburban Pest Management is happy to endorse the DIY approach to pest control. This is Chapter 3 which has videos 10 through 12 covering all things related to Rodents, what are the main types of rodents found in Australia, how we stop and prevent rodents, and the best rats and mice traps to use.

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DIY Pest Control Video Series (Videos 5 - 9 Cockroaches)

In this series, we cover everything related to DIY Pest Control. Tom Aldridge, the owner of Suburban Pest Management is happy to endorse the DIY approach to pest control. Videos 5 through 9 cover all things related to Cockroaches. He covers the different products available both professional and DIY, how to treat cockroaches effectively, how the professionals go about cockroach treatment, and the conducive conditions for cockroach infestation.

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DIY Pest Control Video Series (Videos 1 - 4)

In this series, we cover everything related to DIY Pest Control. Tom Aldridge, the owner of Suburban Pest Management is happy to endorse the DIY approach to pest control and acknowledges that some people are inclined to do it themselves rather than spend the money on a professional. In this series, we aim to pass on some of our knowledge to show people how they can adopt some of our methods to do DIY pest control safely and effectively.

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COVID-19 Update

In response to recent events surrounding the COVID-19 (Novel Coronavirus) outbreak, Suburban Pest Management would like to provide you with some reassurance.

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Complaints Handling: Three Part Video Series

Welcome to Suburban's three part series of videos on complaint handling. In this series, Tom Aldridge, Suburban's MD covers how we handle resolving the issue for the client, identifying if and/or where our process fell down, and addressing any underlying issues with the staff.

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How Safe is Pest Control around Children?

Having a pest problem in your home can be a big inconvenience, especially if you have a baby or toddler. While DIY pest control seems like the most efficient solution, these products can pose a health risk to babies and young children if too harsh or not applied properly. A professional pest control company can provide pest control which is efficient, and won't harm you, your children, or the environment.

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HACCP (FOOD SAFETY) and ISO9001 Certified

We are HACCP (FOOD SAFETY) and ISO9001 certified. Our HACCP (FOOD SAFETY) system means we have the pest control management systems in place for food processing, manufacturing, and handling facilities. Our ISO9001 certification means we have the management systems and standards in place for pest control in residential and commercial, as well as termite management and pre-construction.

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SPM 3 PILLARS for Commercial Clients

At SPM, we have developed three pillars which are the foundations for everything we do, particularly for our commercial clients. Our three pillars include Compliance, Reliability and Support.

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7 Signs of Termite Infestation

Have you noticed any signs that you have termites at your house? Termites are clever insects and may already be causing damage to your home without you knowing. Find out about the 7 signs you have termites in this article by Suburban Pest.

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All About Chemical Termite Barriers

Termites eat old buildings and new ones too. Give them a chance, and they will sneak through the cracks. And you don't want your biggest life investment chewed up by white ants. That’s why installing a chemical termite barrier can save you money and heartache.

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TECHNOLOGY AND EXPERIENCE IN THE PEST CONTROL INDUSTRY

SPM technicians use the latest in pest control technology. They also have the knowledge and experience to utilise this technology to provide the best quality of termite control service for our clients. In this series of videos called TOM TECH, Tom Aldridge, SPM’s owner talks about four pieces of equipment that our technicians use.

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When To Get A Termite Inspection Completed?

Termite inspections are as necessary as servicing your car. You may not have a termite inspection completed as regularly, but if you leave it for far too long, it could end up being a bigger job. Plus it could cost you more in the long run.

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How Do Termite Bait Stations Work

Termites love wood, especially dead wood. That’s why these pesky insects chew on termite bait stations. And your building has plenty of dead wood for its structure. If you own a property, you can’t ignore them for too long. These creepy crawly insects do horrific damage. So, how can you rid your house of these pests, and do termite bait stations work?

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What Determines Pest Control Prices

We often get asked about the price for pest control. When you have a pest problem, you want to treat it quickly but not with a cheap fix. As well, you should consider pest prevention strategies for your property. These long-term methods avoid adding to the price of poor pest management.

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