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Introducing Termitron, Suburban Pest Management's AI chat bot. This is a first for the pest control industry in Australia. This innovative digital assistant is transforming how our customers interact with our services, making the process of booking treatments more efficient and user-friendly than ever before.

Seasonally, reproductive flying termites called alates take flight from the colony to mate and find a suitable place to establish a new colony. If you see these, give Suburban a call.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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

Suburban Pest Management was awarded the title of Australian Pest Manager of the Year 2021 at the online Pest Manager of the Year & PWAPM Excellence Awards night in September.

Kahlee featured recently in a 'Get to Know' article in the PWAPM (Professional Women in Australian Pest Management) E-Gazette. Check out the article.

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.

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.

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.

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.

Brisbane is home to some nasty little critters that can do harm to you and your property. From cockroaches enjoying a midnight feast on the kitchen bench, to deadly spiders in the garden shed and those super destructive termites eating away your asset.

Spring is officially upon us, which means so are the warmer months… YAHOO! We’re not the only ones jumping for joy when we finally say goodbye to the…

Most people’s first encounter with an possum isn’t necessarily pleasant. Possums are unlike the typical insect pests, and can cause significant anxiety among their hosts. These resilient and…

Mother Nature tends to throw all sorts of pests into our homes, often at extremely inopportune moments. These pests can cause a tremendous amount of anxiety in people...

Termites are a risk for almost every home in Australia (except for the lucky Tasmanians). These tiny workers have a highly organised and structured social system, and are…

Like clothing moths, carpet moths are extremely common and are found worldwide. This means any carpeted space in your home has the potential to be targeted by these…

Many people only come to acknowledge pest control once it’s too late. However, adequate pest control starts way before you see a cockroach scurry across your kitchen floor.

It’s no secret that working in the office can get a little tedious. When stressed or distracted, people love to snack on sugary foods and drinks for that…

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.

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.

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.

Owning your own home is the great Australian dream. And while it seems to be getting harder and harder to achieve that goal, once you actually get there, the satisfaction can be overwhelming.

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.

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?

DIY termite treatment vs professional termite treatment? Which route is best to go when you’re on a budget? Learn the differences between these two types of treatments from the pest experts at Suburban Pest.

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.