Crawling insects are effectively controlled by treating surfaces with long lasting (residual) insecticide. Insects that contact treated surfaces are rapidly killed and in many cases the surfaces become repellent to insects, so acting as a barrier to insect pests.
Foyers can be difficult to decorate. They are the first thing that guests see when they enter a home and create that ever so important first impression.
2010 a dull and damp winter in most parts of New Zealand. The La Nina weather pattern has brought north-easterly winds, clouds and rain to the east of both islands. The resulting low sunshine hours and wet conditions have been ideal growing conditions for mosses. Mosses thrive in poorly drained lawns, paths, driveways and other …
Mixing and diluting spray concentrates is usually a pretty straight forward task……..or so you would think. It is perhaps because it seems so easy that sometimes not enough care is taken and mistakes are made. Remember that concentrates such as insecticides, fungicides, herbicides and cleaners are by their very nature more active than the final spray …
It might be winter, but there is plenty to do to get your garden in tip top shape for spring and the approaching growing season. Get your garden ready with our easy garden preparation tips
If you have a cockroach problem you need to get rid of them fast. Check out our quick guide for tips and techniques for beating these insidious insects.
If you’re hearing scampering sounds in the middle of the night, if food looks nibbled in the morning, you’ve got a few non-paying guests staying with you. It’s time to learn how to get rid of mice!
Seaweed fertiliser is one of the cheapest and most effective organic plant-nourishing agents. Learn how it can give you stronger, faster-growing plants and crops.
When you are considering removing paint or varnish it generally involves lots of muscle power and plenty of patience. Here are a few handy tips to help you out….
If you ever find your sink overflowing or your bath refusing to drain, check out our guide on how to unclog a bathroom drain and learn how you can clear those drains fast.