See the full breakdown, including regional rankings, average pest control costs, and the ultimate pest-prone city. Read the full report:

Canberra: Wasp City 🐝 Canberra stands out for its stinging issues! Wasp and bee problems dominate the city's pest tasks due to leafy suburbs and seasonal swarms.

Brisbane: The Flea Fighters 🪰 Brisbane tells a unique story: fleas emerge as the city's biggest pest problem (17.6%). The warm, humid climate, combined with high rates of pet ownership, makes the perfect recipe for flea infestations.

Melbourne: Rodent Run 🐀 In Melbourne, it's not the roaches but the rodents that are the clear frontrunners. One in five pest tasks in the city involves rats or mice, driven indoors by cooler winters and dense housing.

Sydney: The Cockroach Capital 🪳 28% of all Sydney pest-related tasks are for cockroach infestations. They thrive in Greater Sydney's dense population and warm climate.

If you live in Sydney, you have cockroaches. If you live in Melbourne, you have rats. 🤯 The most common pest changes by city, and it might not be what you think. See the facts:

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When summer hits, pests get busy. Spot the signs early and sort it before it spreads. Need backup? Find trusted pest control Taskers to get it sorted fast.

Rodents settle fast, and they don’t pay rent. Keep rubbish sealed, food covered, and block access points. Spot droppings or chew marks? Act early before it becomes a family affair.

Cockroaches don’t just appear out of nowhere. Keep your kitchen spotless, store food securely, and wipe down floors. Still seeing them? Time to call in pest control before they throw a house party.

Moisture = pest magnet. Empty buckets, unclog gutters, and clear damp leaves. Standing water is basically a five-star resort for mosquitoes and cockroaches.

Start with prevention. Seal food properly, wipe down benches, close windows, and empty bins often. The cleaner and tighter your space, the less chance pests will stick around.

Aussie homes are seeing 24% more pest control jobs than just a few years ago. 🪳 Here’s how to prevent (and get rid of) them before they multiply. 👇

How much does a removalist actually cost in Australia? The average price runs $111–$200 per hour, but that's just the starting point. We're breaking down how location, distance, and even stairs determine your final bill. Here is the detailed breakdown you need to save big on

Sydney is officially Australia’s pest capital🪳 8 of the top 10 most infested regions are in Sydney, with the City & Inner South seeing 764% more cockroach jobs than average! See where your city ranks & how to protect your home

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Pro tip: When moving your fridge, don’t plug it in for 4–5 hours after relocation.

Pack a survival kit for your first week, think essentials like toiletries, chargers, and snacks. Keep valuables and important documents with you at all times.

Don’t forget the details: Arrange utility transfers, set up mail redirection, and update your address everywhere.

Book your removalists and cleaners in advance. Professional help pays off, consider hiring experts for packing, furniture assembly, and decluttering.