The Specialists Cape Town South - Pest Control Division

07/10/2026

If you thought cockroaches were already making themselves comfortable, October may give them even more reason to move around. 🪳

As temperatures rise, cockroach activity can increase, and the problem isn’t just that they’re unpleasant to see.

Cockroaches can move between kitchens, bins, drains and other contaminated areas, potentially spreading microorganisms onto food and surfaces.

So when one shows up, Sazi Knows it’s worth asking: why is it here in the first place?

06/10/2026

7 DAYS TO GO! 🚨

The countdown is officially ON!
On the 13th of October, Sazi and The Specialists are painting the N1 green and blue all the way to Gallagher Convention Centre for Cleantex Africa! 🟢🔵

📍 Destination: Gallagher Convention Centre, 19 Richards Dr, Midrand.
📌 Where to find us: Stand A06

Get ready for top-tier pest control, cleaning & hygiene compliance solutions, exciting games and exclusive prizes! Keep your eyes on the road and come say hi to ! 🚗💨

05/10/2026

Warmer conditions can create more favourable conditions for the activity and reproduction of many common pests.

With the predicted heat surge, you may start noticing more🪳 cockroaches, 🐜 ants, 🪰 flies, 🦟 mosquitoes, 🐭 rodents than normal, and during food safety month, that matters even more.

Food preparation, storage and serving areas should never become part of a pest's daily route.

Read our latest blog to learn more: https://www.thespecialists.co.za/2026/10/05/hotter-summer-in-southern-africa-could-it-mean-more-pests-around-your-home/

05/10/2026

Warmer conditions can create more favourable conditions for the activity and reproduction of many common pests.

With the predicted heat surge, you may start noticing more🪳 cockroaches, 🐜 ants, 🪰 flies, 🦟 mosquitoes, 🐭 rodents than normal, and during food safety month, that matters even more.

Food preparation, storage and serving areas should never become part of a pest's daily route.

Read our latest blog to learn more: https://www.thespecialists.co.za/2026/10/05/hotter-summer-in-southern-africa-could-it-mean-more-pests-around-your-home/

02/10/2026

October is Global Breast Cancer Awareness Month 🩷

This month, The Specialists join millions around the world to raise awareness, support those affected, and honour the strength and resilience of survivors.

✅ Early Detection: Regular self-exams and mammograms save lives. The sooner breast cancer is detected, the better the chances of successful treatment.
✅ Education: Let’s break the myths, understand the risks, and learn the signs to look out for.
✅ Support: Standing by patients, families, and caregivers with emotional and practical support every step of the way.

💡 A reminder: health checks are not just an act of self-care; they are an act of love for yourself and those who care about you.

Together, we can spread hope, knowledge, and strength in the fight against breast cancer. 🩷

01/10/2026

🪳 Food safety is a shared responsibility, and pest prevention is part of it.

Food goes through many hands before it reaches your kitchen. Once it gets there, how you store and protect it from pests becomes your responsibility.

Cockroaches, ants, flies and rodents can contaminate food, food-contact surfaces and storage areas, potentially introducing harmful microorganisms into your kitchen.

This Food Safety Awareness Month, take a closer look at your home:

🔹 Are dry goods stored in sealed containers?
🔹 Are cupboards kept clean and free from food crumbs and residue?
🔹 Is spilt food cleaned up quickly?
🔹 Is your bin sealed and emptied regularly?
🔹 Are there cracks, gaps, or other entry points pests could use?
🔹 Have you noticed droppings, gnaw marks, insects or other signs of pest activity?

You may not control every step food takes before it reaches your home, but you can help protect it from pests once it gets there.

Good food hygiene includes keeping pests away from the food your family eats. 🧼🍎🪳

30/09/2026

Termites and ants… enemies? Yes. 🐜🪵

But when it comes to your home, they have something in common. They both want in.

Spring brings warmer temperatures, increased activity and ideal conditions for ants and termites to forage, establish nests and search for food and moisture.

Ant trails, alates, mud tubes, discarded wings or tiny holes in timber? Don’t ignore the signs.

They may be enemies in nature, but you don’t want either one making your property their home.

Stay one step ahead. Speak to your local Specialist today: https://www.thespecialists.co.za/contact-us/ -us-a-message

29/09/2026

It’s Tuesday…

This week’s question is: How many teeth does a rat have? 🐀

Think you know? No Googling! 😉 Drop the answer in your comments. 👀

SAZI’S ANSWER DROPS IN THE COMMENTS AT 12PM!

28/09/2026

28/09/2026

🪰 Think a few flies in your home are harmless? Think again!

Flies are constantly moving between waste, drains, faeces and decaying matter before landing on your food, counters and kitchen surfaces.

They can carry bacteria and other microorganisms on their bodies and legs, potentially transferring them wherever they land.

And flies don’t just walk on your food. They regurgitate digestive fluids onto it to break it down before feeding.

🤢 That means every landing can be more than just irritating; it can be a hygiene concern. If flies keep coming back, don’t just keep swatting them. Find the source.

🛡️ Speak to The Specialists about targeted fly control: https://www.thespecialists.co.za/contact-us/ -us-a-message