Pigeons nesting under solar panels create a common headache for homeowners across Melbourne. The warm space under panels gives birds a sheltered place to build nests. Noise starts early in the morning. Droppings build up around gutters and roof tiles. Over time, the mess affects both the roof and the solar system. Tom’s Pest Control…
If you live in Melbourne and have solar panels, you may have heard scratching or constant cooing from the roof. In many cases, pigeons have settled under the panels. We see this often during roof inspections. Solar panel bird proofing is one of the most requested services across Melbourne because once birds move in, they…
When the Melbourne sun starts to bite, your home should be a place to cool down, not a breeding ground for uninvited guests. In high-risk suburbs like Geelong, Pakenham, Cranbourne, Craigieburn, and Frankston, summer heat combined with nearby bushland or new land developments creates a perfect storm for pest activity. If you notice ants trailing across kitchen tiles or…
Melbourne summers get hot. When the temperature rises, people seek air conditioning. Rats do the same. Many think rats only move inside when it is cold. Extreme heat also forces an indoor invasion. See more rat activity? Tom’s Pest Control Melbourne offers answers and solutions. We help you manage this problem. Rats enter during a…
Summer brings warmth, rain, and a surge in pest activity across Melbourne. Season pest control helps you prevent damage, protect health, and save money. You get ahead of termites, ants, cockroaches, wasps, bees, spiders, silverfish, mosquitoes, and flies before small problems turn into expensive repairs. Tom’s Pest Control Melbourne supports you with fast inspection, targeted…
You put solar panels on your roof. You wanted lower power bills. You wanted to help the environment. Everything worked well at first. Then the noise started. You heard cooing and scratching. Your rooftop investment became a home for Melbourne’s pigeons. If this sounds familiar, you are not alone. Birds love the safe, sheltered space…
Building your new home in Melbourne is a major investment. You carefully choose the location, the builder, and the floor plan. However, a silent threat exists across Victoria that can dismantle your dream from the ground up. Subterranean termites cause more structural damage to Australian homes than fires and floods combined. A pre-construction termite barrier…
Termite barriers protect your home from costly damage. But installing a barrier is only the first step. Regular maintenance is essential to keep your termite barrier system working effectively. This guide explains how to maintain your termite barriers, what to watch for, and how to avoid expensive repairs. Whether you use a chemical termite barrier…
If you live in Melbourne or Geelong, chances are you’ve had a run-in with pests at some point. Whether it’s termites eating away at your home’s structure, rats scurrying in the roof, or cockroaches making themselves comfortable in your kitchen, it’s never fun. At our pest control company, we’ve been helping local families and businesses…
At Tom’s Pest Control Melbourne, we understand that termites are more than just a seasonal nuisance—they’re a year-round threat to homes and businesses across the city. But did you know that Melbourne’s weather patterns play a major role in termite activity and infestation risks? In this blog, we’ll explore how climate affects termite behavior and why scheduling a termite…