Pest control in Clifton, as we see it
Homes range from small wooden and stone bungalows near the sand to large multi-level houses and apartment blocks higher up. Many are built right into the rock with storerooms and voids underneath that stay damp and dark. Timber cladding, decks and old bungalows make borer a real concern, and holiday lets bring a steady flow of luggage and groceries.
Clifton is sheltered from the worst of the South-Easter by Lion's Head, which keeps it warmer and calmer than its neighbours. Salt spray, granite boulders and fynbos on the slopes above set the scene. Winter rain runs down the steep pathways and stairs, and still, hot summer days suit flies and ants.
The pests we get called out for most in Clifton
Roof rats and mice in voids under houses and roofs are a common call. Ants and cockroaches follow food in holiday homes, and wood borer is a serious matter for timber bungalows. Gulls and pigeons are an ongoing irritation on decks and roofs.
Rats and mice
Roof rats live in the rocks and fynbos above the houses and climb into roofs and the voids below decks. Mice get into storerooms built into the slope.
Cockroaches, ants and other crawlers
Argentine ants trail along the stairways and into kitchens, and German cockroaches arrive with deliveries and luggage in rental homes. Fishmoths enjoy the salty, damp storerooms.
Flies, mosquitoes and wasps
Houseflies hang around on still days near bins at the top of the stairs, and clothes moths damage linen in bungalows closed for long periods. Wasps sometimes nest under decks and eaves.
Fleas and bed bugs
Bed bugs come in with luggage in holiday rentals, and occasional bird mites move in from nests under roof eaves. Quick inspections between bookings catch problems early.
Wood borer and timber
Timber bungalows, decks and cladding are at real risk from wood borer, especially with salt air and damp. Regular inspections and a beetle certificate before sale are essential.
Pantry pests
Pantry moths and weevils show up in opened packets left in seasonal homes. Clearing the pantry before you leave saves trouble.
Hygiene and disinfection
Rental agents and owners often book disinfection of homes between guests, especially in the busy summer months.
Birds
Kelp gulls and pigeons perch on decks and roofs, leaving a mess. Bird wire on railings and roof ridges keeps them off.
How a visit works
We start with an inspection, because the right answer for ants is different from the right answer for rats, and guessing wastes money. Where we can, we go least-toxic first: gel baits for cockroaches and ants, tamper-resistant bait stations and snap traps for rodents, and insect growth regulators that break the breeding cycle. Residual sprays and dusts are applied only where they are needed, such as wall voids, cracks and roof spaces, not sprayed across every surface. Proofing is part of the job, so we point out or seal the gaps that let pests in. You get a post-treatment report so you know what was used and where.
- Tell us what you are seeing
Phone 021 012 5825 or send a photo on WhatsApp and we will help identify the pest before anyone visits.
- Inspection
A technician looks for the source, the extent of the problem and the entry points, not only the pests you can see.
- Treatment plan
We explain what we propose to use, where, and what you need to do before and after, with a free quote.
- Targeted treatment
We treat with the least-toxic effective products, focused on harbourage and entry points.
- Report and follow-up
You get a post-treatment report and a minimum 3-month guarantee, with a follow-up visit where the pest calls for it.
Everything we treat in Clifton
Questions from Clifton
Is wood borer a big issue for Clifton bungalows?
It can be, because many bungalows are built from timber that stays damp from sea air. A yearly inspection catches beetle activity early and keeps the structure sound.
How do you get equipment down to Clifton homes with only stair access?
We carry what we need by hand and plan the visit around the stairs and pathways. Let us know the access route when you book so we can bring the right kit.
Is your pest control safe for children and pets?
We use the least-toxic effective option first and place baits in tamper-resistant stations or in cracks where children and pets cannot reach. We will tell you if anyone needs to stay out of a room and for how long.
How soon can you come out?
Our average turnaround is about 48 hours, though it varies with the season. After-hours and weekend visits can be arranged on request.
