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Are there creepy crawlies lurking in your home? How to spot and get rid of them

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Are there creepy crawlies lurking in your home? How to spot them and where they might be hiding

No matter how small or large your home, chances are there’s an unwelcome critter lurking somewhere. And while they might not be harmful, it’s frightening to think household bugs could be breeding, causing allergic reactions or simply making a ...

07 Apr 2022 at 15:25

National News

Irish pest control company reports 80% increase in callouts for ant infestations

A pest control company which deals with callouts for ant infestations in Irish homes is reporting an 80% increase in callouts. Rentokill is advising the public to be on the lookout for ants and ant activity this summer, as May 2022 saw a ...

16 Jun 2022 at 12:23

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Irish pest control company reports staggering increase in callouts for infestations of these insects

16 Jun 2022 at 12:54

Lifestyle

Autumn pests to look out for and how to get rid of them in your home and garden

As we switch seasons and transition into the cooler months, the change in climate can be a breeding ground for some uninvited guests – seeking warmth, shelter and food indoors. Here, experts share their top tips to keep pests at bay… ...

03 Oct 2023 at 08:00

National News

Revealed: the pests which Rentokil got most callouts for last year

Rodents continue to be the number one reason for callouts for pest control company Rentokil, figures for 2022 show. Ireland’s leading pest control provider has revealed that rodents, flies, and moths accounted for the majority of ...

23 Jan 2023 at 12:28

National News

Irish pest-control provider urges public to be wary of fleas as weather gets warmer

An Irish pest-control provider is warning the public to be aware of fleas as the warmer months approach. According to Rentokil, the insects typically become more active in the spring and summer months and multiply in numbers as ...

30 Mar 2023 at 11:52

Lifestyle

5 common houseplant pests – and how you can tackle them

Are you familiar with clouds of tiny flies appearing whenever you move your houseplant, or little critters nestling in leaf joints or creating webs at the base of leaves? These may be among the most common houseplant pests, ...

12 Feb 2024 at 08:00

Lifestyle

The pests you really don’t want invading your garden and how to deter them

As responsible gardeners with positive attitudes to insects and biodiversity, it’s a bitter pill to swallow when vine weevil, carrot fly and aphids take hold – let alone the processionary moth caterpillar which can cause ...

13 Jun 2023 at 08:30

Lifestyle

11 signs your plants are stressed

Is there anything more beautiful than greenery and foliage brightening up a room? But wait, what if there are signs that something isn’t quite right… “One of the key aspects of maintaining healthy plants is recognising ...

08 Jul 2024 at 07:30

Home

ALERT: Irish homes at risk of rat invasion over Christmas season amid warning

Irish homes could be invaded by pests like rats over the festive season, an industry warning says. Rentokil, Ireland’s leading pest control provider, has noted an increase in the number of call-outs amid Winter season ...

12 Dec 2024 at 09:35

National News

ALERT: Rats could invade Irish homes over Christmas amid specific warning

26 Dec 2024 at 08:00

Lifestyle

8 ways to get spiders out your home this summer

Although it’s not spider mating season yet, you may be horrified to hear there will still be plenty of the often-dreaded eight-legged critters hiding in your home. Because while you’re more likely to see them ...

15 May 2024 at 15:18

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