Tom's Pest Control Adelaide

Tom's Pest Control Adelaide Tomโ€™s Pest Control Adelaide is a leader of the pest control services sector of Australia. Our comm

25/08/2026

This is what a bait station looks like when it's doing its job. ๐ŸŽฏ

Our Tech of the Month, Zach, shows the sheer number of termites feeding on the bait in this station, carrying it straight back to the colony to spread through the group.

That's the entire strategy behind baiting: instead of treating what you can see, it lets the termites themselves deliver the treatment to the nest, working the colony down from within.

The more activity you see on the bait like this, the more effective the transfer back to the colony.

Zach checks stations like these as part of our ongoing termite monitoring program.

Got a termite management plan in place, or has it been a while since anyone looked? ๐Ÿ‘€

One mouse tonight, a colony by spring. That's how fast it moves. ๐ŸญMice, rats, and other rodents move indoors over the co...
22/08/2026

One mouse tonight, a colony by spring. That's how fast it moves. ๐Ÿญ

Mice, rats, and other rodents move indoors over the colder months looking for warmth and shelter; wall cavities, roof spaces, and quiet corners of sheds or garages are common hiding spots once they've settled in.

Rodents breed year-round, and a pair that moves in now has all winter to multiply.

By the time spring arrives, you're not dealing with one or two rodents; you're dealing with everything they've already produced, often with no obvious signs until numbers are high.

Tom's Pest Control's licensed technicians use family- and pet-safe baiting methods, paired with identifying likely entry points, targeting the current activity while making it harder for the next lot to move in. ๐Ÿ 

Heard any scratching in the walls or roof lately?

๐ŸŽ‰ Technician of the Month: Zach ๐ŸŽ‰Each month, we shine the spotlight on one of our incredible team members, and this time...
20/08/2026

๐ŸŽ‰ Technician of the Month: Zach ๐ŸŽ‰

Each month, we shine the spotlight on one of our incredible team members, and this time, itโ€™s Zach! ๐Ÿ†

๐Ÿ”น How long have you been with Tomโ€™s Pest Control?
๐Ÿ—ฃ 3 and a half months

๐Ÿ”น Whatโ€™s your favorite part about working here?
๐Ÿ—ฃ Great staff team and seeing different parts of Adelaide

๐Ÿ”น Whatโ€™s one pest you secretly admire?
๐Ÿ—ฃ Nasutitermes, love the colour of this termite

๐Ÿ”น Whatโ€™s your favorite movie?
๐Ÿ—ฃ Anything in the MCU (Marvel Movies)

๐Ÿ”น Whoโ€™s your favorite sports team?
๐Ÿ—ฃ Port Adelaide

๐Ÿ”น What do you get up to outside of work?
๐Ÿ—ฃ Family time with my beautiful wife and 8 month old son plus cricket in the summer

๐Ÿ”น If you werenโ€™t a pest controller, what would you be?
๐Ÿ—ฃ Probably back working in the vineyards harvesting grapes and preparing them during the year

๐Ÿ”น Favorite song to kill bugs to?
๐Ÿ—ฃ Somebody Told Me by The Killers

๐Ÿ‘ Give it up for Zach! Drop a comment below to show them some love. ๐Ÿ’™

German Cockroach Treatment in Mawson Lakes: Repeated cockroach sightingsA customer contacted us after repeated cockroach...
19/08/2026

German Cockroach Treatment in Mawson Lakes: Repeated cockroach sightings

A customer contacted us after repeated cockroach sightings around a kitchen and food preparation area.

Our technician inspected the kitchen carefully, paying particular attention to cupboards, appliances, moisture sources, and other potential harbourage areas.

Rather than relying on spray treatments alone, the treatment involved gel bait placed strategically in locations where German cockroaches were likely to travel or harbour.

The homeowner was also given practical advice around food storage, cleaning, and reducing the conditions that can attract cockroaches.

A second treatment was completed as the next stage of the German cockroach treatment process, targeting the newly hatched cockroaches that emerged after the initial service.

We provide cockroach treatment across Mawson Lakes, Glenelg, Norwood, Prospect, and Salisbury, plus surrounding Adelaide areas.

Contact Tom's Pest Control if you are noticing recurring cockroach activity in your home.

17/08/2026

๐Ÿ•ท๏ธ WHAT DOES A PROFESSIONAL GENERAL PEST SPRAY ACTUALLY PROTECT AGAINST?

General pest control is designed to help manage a wide range of common crawling insects that can find their way into your home.

In this Reel, weโ€™re showing you what a professional internal general pest treatment looks like and how our technicians carefully apply the treatment to relevant areas throughout the property. ๐Ÿ ๐Ÿ”

Our general pest spray provides protection against many common pests, including spiders, cockroaches (excluding German cockroaches), moths, silverfish, beetles, earwigs and many other unwanted crawlies.

Every property is different, which is why professional treatment focuses on the areas where pests are most likely to enter, hide or travel.

๐Ÿ‘€ Follow us for more Reels as we continue showing you how professional pest control is carried out.

๐Ÿฆ Did You Know? Solar Panels Make Ideal Shelter for PigeonsThe gap beneath your panels shields pigeons from wind, rain a...
13/08/2026

๐Ÿฆ Did You Know? Solar Panels Make Ideal Shelter for Pigeons
The gap beneath your panels shields pigeons from wind, rain and predators. It's a ready made roosting and nesting spot. โ˜€๏ธ

Once they move in, nesting material and droppings pile up under the panels.

Debris washes into gutters and blocks them, droppings corrode panel surfaces and cut output, and the constant cooing and scratching carries straight through the roof.

Signs to look for: feathers, droppings down walls or on the driveway, and pigeons landing on the same spot day after day.

Important: if birds are already nesting, don't block the gaps straight away. You risk trapping birds or chicks inside.

Have the area inspected first so any active nest is dealt with properly, then physical exclusion can seal the space for good.

Tom's Pest Control provides solar panel bird proofing for Adelaide properties around Glenelg, Unley, Norwood, Henley Beach and Brighton.

Finding termites can be stressful, especially when youโ€™re unsure how serious the problem may be. ๐ŸœA professional termite...
11/08/2026

Finding termites can be stressful, especially when youโ€™re unsure how serious the problem may be. ๐Ÿœ

A professional termite inspection helps identify active termites, potential entry points and conditions that may increase the risk of further activity.

A clear report also gives homeowners a better understanding of what needs attention.

Thank you, Kristy, for trusting our team and sharing your experience. And well done to Thomas for providing a thorough inspection and practical advice.

Early identification can make a big difference when it comes to termite management.

๐Ÿ“ž Need advice about termite activity? Speak with our team.

08/08/2026

๐Ÿœ๐ŸŒณ Can you tell the difference between termite damage and wood rot? ๐Ÿ”

During an external termite inspection, it's not just your home that needs checking garden timbers, retaining walls, sleepers and timber edging can also reveal important clues.

In this reel, our experienced technician explains how to inspect outdoor timber and spot the difference between termite damage and wood rot.

๐Ÿชต Termite damage usually leaves hollow galleries packed with mud, while the outer timber may still look intact.
๐Ÿ’ง Wood rot is caused by moisture and fungi, making timber feel soft, crumbly or spongy without the distinctive termite tunnels.

Knowing the difference helps identify potential risks early and protects your property from hidden structural damage. Stay tuned for more practical termite inspection tips! ๐Ÿ ๐Ÿ›ก๏ธ

Bed bugs in Adelaide, Why one treatment is rarely enough ?๐Ÿ›๏ธโŒ Myth: A single bed bug treatment sorts the problem.โœ… Fact:...
06/08/2026

Bed bugs in Adelaide, Why one treatment is rarely enough ?๐Ÿ›๏ธ

โŒ Myth: A single bed bug treatment sorts the problem.
โœ… Fact: Most treatments do not reach the eggs, so a second visit is what actually finishes the job.

Bed bug eggs sit tucked deep into seams and cracks where most products cannot get to them. They hatch about a week to ten days later, which is why a problem looks solved and then comes back.

A professional plan builds in a timed follow up visit to deal with the next generation before they mature.

They also settle further into the structure than people expect. Mattress seams, bed frame joints, behind headboards, inside furniture joins and hairline cracks in walls and skirting boards.

๐Ÿ” What to look for
โš ๏ธ Small dark spotting along mattress seams and bed frames
โš ๏ธ Shed casings and tiny pale eggs tucked into seams and joints
โš ๏ธ Activity that returns a week or two after a DIY attempt
Professional treatment covers the harbourage areas rather than just the surfaces, with a timed follow up and monitoring to confirm it is properly clear.

๐Ÿ  From Glenelg and Norwood to Prospect, Unley and Mawson Lakes, Tom's Pest Control provides professional inspection and treatment across Adelaide.

03/08/2026

๐ŸŒธ Getting ready for Spring? So are the pests.



Spiders, cockroaches, moths, earwigs, silverfish and beetles don't wait for the first warm day.



They're already looking for somewhere to settle, and your home is exactly the shelter they're after.



Our General Pest Control service clears all six in a single visit:



โœ… All 6 spring pests covered in one service
โœ… Licensed, fully insured technicians
โœ… Treatments safe for family and pets when applied
โœ… Weatherproof, so it holds up through the spring rain



๐Ÿ’ฐ Save $50 with code Spring-G50. Ends 31st August, the day before spring starts.



๐Ÿ“ž (08) 8876 5311



Book now and have your home pest-free before spring hits



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Suite 4146, 3/55 Gawler Place Adelaide
Adelaide, SA
5000

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