Intuitive Pest Management

03/06/2026

☕🪳 Hiding in plain sight… inside a coffee machine!

Today, during a general pest treatment, I discovered a population of German cockroaches harbouring inside a household coffee machine.

German cockroaches love warm, dark environments with access to moisture and food. Coffee machines, dishwashers, microwaves, fridges and other kitchen appliances can provide the perfect hiding spot.

The concerning part? The homeowner had no idea they were there.

If you’re seeing the occasional small cockroach in your kitchen, there’s a good chance there are many more hiding where you can’t see them.

✅ Warm internal components
✅ Moisture from condensation and water reservoirs
✅ Food residues and coffee grounds
✅ Plenty of cracks and crevices for harbourage

Regular inspections and early treatment are the key to preventing a minor issue from becoming a major infestation.

If you’re on the Sunshine Coast and have noticed cockroaches around your home or business, give us a call before they multiply.

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27/05/2026

Would you have noticed this? 👀

This Nasutitermes nest was hiding beneath a staghorn fern and orchid on the side of a tree — at eye level!

The homeowner walked past it every day without realising it was there.

Termites don’t always hide underground or inside walls… sometimes they’re sitting right in front of us, perfectly camouflaged in the environment.

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04/04/2026

Well, it happened again. It’s Easter Saturday and while driving home from the beach with the family, I received a call from a customer who owned an Air BnB. The people staying in the Air BnB had complained about seeing cockroaches 🪳 . They’d spotted 10 or more, including in the dishwasher! So, just another reminder, that unused dishwashers retain quite a bit of water around the filter and drain in their base. Cockroaches need warmth and moisture! So that water sitting there in a sealed up chamber is the perfect place for cockroaches to breed and thrive! Then they spread to the rest of your kitchen. Don’t let your dishwasher just sit there unused! Make sure you run it at least once a week. Even though its Easter long weekend, if you need help with pests… Intuitive Pest Management is open for business and can come to your aid!

2 jobs in 2 days… same problem 🪳

Both customers reported small cockroaches running across the kitchen bench at night and early morning.

After inspecting both homes, the source was the same…

👉 Unused dishwashers.

In both cases, the dishwasher hadn’t been used in a long time—and had become the perfect breeding site for German cockroaches.

Warm. Dark. Undisturbed.
Exactly what they’re looking for.

Simple rule:
👉 If you don’t use it… lose it.
(As in—get rid of it. Otherwise you’re giving cockroaches a place to breed.)

If you are keeping it:
✔ Run it at least once a week (even empty)
✔ Keep seals and edges clean
✔ Don’t leave it sitting idle for long periods

If you’re seeing cockroaches at night, there’s usually a hidden infestation nearby—and it won’t fix itself.

📞 Call Steve at Intuitive Pest Management for a proper inspection and treatment.

28/03/2026

Nasutitermes termites found in a tree in Cooroy this week 🐜
These guys are easy to spot with their dark heads and pointed “snouts.” While they’re not usually the most destructive species, having them close to your home is never ideal.

If you’re seeing termite activity around your property, it’s always worth getting it checked early 👍

26/03/2026

2 jobs in 2 days… same problem 🪳

Both customers reported small cockroaches running across the kitchen bench at night and early morning.

After inspecting both homes, the source was the same…

👉 Unused dishwashers.

In both cases, the dishwasher hadn’t been used in a long time—and had become the perfect breeding site for German cockroaches.

Warm. Dark. Undisturbed.
Exactly what they’re looking for.

Simple rule:
👉 If you don’t use it… lose it.
(As in—get rid of it. Otherwise you’re giving cockroaches a place to breed.)

If you are keeping it:
✔ Run it at least once a week (even empty)
✔ Keep seals and edges clean
✔ Don’t leave it sitting idle for long periods

If you’re seeing cockroaches at night, there’s usually a hidden infestation nearby—and it won’t fix itself.

📞 Call Steve at Intuitive Pest Management for a proper inspection and treatment.

17/03/2026

Nasutitermes found in a tree stump in Black Mountain today.

These are one of the more evolutionarily advanced termite groups, easily recognised by their soldiers with dark heads and distinctive pointed snouts.

Unlike some other termite species, they don’t usually cause catastrophic structural damage — but that doesn’t mean they’re harmless. If they establish near your home, they can still pose a risk over time.

The key takeaway?
If you’re seeing termites anywhere around your property, it’s always worth getting it checked early.

If you’re on the Sunshine Coast and need advice or an inspection, contact a professional, insured, and QBCC-licensed pest and termite manager like Intuitive Pest Management.

27/02/2026

Great to meet with like minded people. Highly Recommend to all business owners! Great Program!

26/02/2026

🐜 Ants are going wild all around the Sunshine Coast at the moment. Here are dome from the Buderim area today! 🫣