Foxes are frequently spotted in Sydney’s Eastern Suburbs and are notorious in urban settings. They are known for stealing people’s possessions, clearing away food left anywhere outside and preying on other animals, often native or livestock, sometimes even small domestic pets. They are considered an unwanted invasive species and cost Australia’s environment and economy more than $227 million per year (Source: FoxScan).

They are a nuisance to residents in their vocalisation, scavenging through rubbish and burrowing under fences. They are a threat to the environment as they spread parasites and diseases that affect native species. They promote and spread weeds that adversely affect ecological communities. Foxes even hunt other species down to the point of endangerment or extinction. As you can see fox pest control is necessary for the longevity of the local environment. For issues regarding pest foxes please call Masters Pest Control Sydney on (02) 8007 4666.

Waverley Council confirmed that there had been 15 fox sightings reported in 2016, though most sightings go unreported. People walking along Coogee beach at dawn often see foxes nearby and take photographs of the fast-footed predators before they dash. FoxScan reported that fox populations along the eastern coastal fringes are thriving, with hotspots in Maroubra, Coogee and Tamarama, unsurprising due to the presence of national parks along the coast. It seems that many people who have been able to see a fox in their area are not disturbed by the knowledge of their presence, influenced by the beauty of their image, as Greater Sydney biosecurity manager Graham Wilson pointed out.

Most foxes are seen in an innocent light when they are caught staring out at sea or running across the sand. Some coastal residents have had more intimate interactions with the animals, such as Coogee resident Bronwyn Morgan, who had a fox reach through fence wires and attempt to steal some leggings she had left on the stairs. Her final comment to The Sydney Morning Herald was still one of praise, calling the fox a “stunning looking creature”.

The most aggressive of the recent resident reports would be the sighting in Bronte where a chickens were taken from a property with a two-metre fence, poorly reflective of the true damaging nature of the introduced species. Mr Wilson said the population of these pests would continue to flourish while they have a readily available food supply not just of other animals but from leftover, wasted food scraps carelessly disposed of.

While some measures have been taken, the more dramatic methods of control such as baiting have been rejected because of the risk they pose to other wild species as well as domestic animals of the area such as dogs. The NSW Government’s Department of Primary Industries introduced a pest control order for the European Red Fox under the Local Land Services act (2013), outlined by the statement that: “The pest control order will assist the coordination of successful community-wide fox control programs because it allows Local Lands Services to issue eradication orders to individual private landholders, thereby achieving improvements in community-wide fox control programs.”

A combined Sydney Coastal Councils research program fostered the fumigation of fox dens, then the attempt and failure to trap and attach a tracking device to a fox, as a Randwick Council spokesperson told The Sydney Morning Herald. Cage-trapping was the preferred control method as it would not hurt the fox nor any other species caught, however, since this method has proven to be ineffective so far, more pressure has been put on finding a new solution.

Local Land Services told Fairfax Media of the harsh laws surrounding the use of more effective baiting chemicals, decelerating their search for a solution, although the order mentions combining poisoning and other methods such as shooting in a tightly scheduled baiting program. Mr Wilson said that single control methods are ineffective because when performed on their own, they would only remove two or three at a time and reproduction would make up for the difference much too fast to compete with, something that also appeared in the order itself. The mixed methods proposed by the order were: poison baiting, shooting, trapping, fencing and guard animals.

Although foxes may be seen as friendly by many, they are listed in the World Conservation Union’s list of 100 of the worst invasive species, and they are listed as a key threatening process for biodiversity under the Commonwealth’s Environment Protection and Biodiversity Conservation Act (1999). They have damaged the Australian ecosystem in some ways beyond repair and need to be effectively controlled to save other species from becoming extinct and to stop the pollution caused by scavenging for snacks. People need to be reminded that foxes are pests and should be encouraged to report sightings to aid mapping and the accumulation of accurate fox population estimates.

If you need fox pest control please seek the aid of a professional. Call Masters Pest Control Sydney for help on (02) 8007 4666

Dover Heights

Are you a business owner experiencing a rodent problem? Are there pests eating away at your business? Masters Pest Control Sydney has seen this issue again and again in the Dover Heights suburb. The eastern suburb is located in the local government area of Waverley Council. Our qualified pest controllers have exterminated all along the Vaucluse and North Bondi border that touches the edges of Dover Heights. Call Masters Pest Control Sydney if you have any pests interrupting your CBD views.

Dover Heights – Rat Control

4 Ways To Keep Your Business Rat Free

Masters Pest Control Sydney have serviced all around the Sydney metropolitan area. Our team of industry professionals have seen rat infested commercial properties in spades. Most business owners don’t even realised until it’s too late! The team have put together four ways to prevent the rodent pests from disturbing your employees and customers.

1. Secure The Building

Rodents are cheeky and mischievous and tend to hide in hard to reach places. It is critical that you secure your office space by searching thoroughly for holes in the wall or rat sized crevices. Inspecting your space on a regular basis is important because these cracks and crevices are easy to miss. In addition to this, make sure entry points to the premises are shut and locked, give the rats as little chance as possible to sneak in.

2. Office Cleanliness

The scrap and foods your lazy coworkers leave behind are the rodent attractors. It is important that your office remains clean and well maintained – implement cleaning regimes and oversee the efficiency of your cleaners. It only takes one left over piece of cheese to invite a rodent into the property.

3. Baits & Traps

An effective way to remove the rodent pests from the area is to purchase rat traps. They are simple and effective – that is, until the pests catch on. The only draw back from this method is that once the rodent eats the poison, they run off to die – leaving behind their body in the walls of your office. The dead pests tend to leave a strong and health hazardous smell behind, resulting in an unsafe workplace. It is better to call your local pest controller to use more professional methods and mitigate the risk.

4. Call Masters Pest Control

The last way to prevent the rodents from entering your business is to call the professionals. Masters Pest Control Sydney are industry experts with over forty years experience, we have seen countless cases of rat infestation and know exactly how to handle it. Call the team on 02 8007 4666 to take preventative action today.

Coogee

Besides your annoying co-worker, are there any pests roaming around your business? Masters Pest Control are well experienced exterminating the pests found Coogee’s commercial properties. Coogee is a beautiful beachy area apart of Sydney’s eastern suburbs. Masters Pest Control is equipped with extensive experience around the Randwick local government area. Enjoy the sun at Coogee Beach, no need to fear because Masters Pest Control have cleared the area for any unwanted guests.

Coogee – Commercial Pests

Common Commercial Pests

Masters Pest Control have exterminated in many small to large enterprises. We have cleared multiple levels that have been infested with a pest family. Most of these pests bring with them many health and safety risks and can cause severe issues with employee conditions. As industry professionals, Masters Pest Control Sydney have put together a list of the common commercial pests found in Sydney businesses.

Ants

These pests love sweet sugary meals. If your commercial business supplies desserts and food, these pests will smell it from a mile away! It takes one office party and its leftover birthday cake to fill a room with ants! Call Masters Pest Control Sydney so we can fill you in on what pest control products can prevent infestations.

Mosquitoes

When you’re running a business, the last thing you need are mozzie bites to worry about. Especially in summer months, these blood-suckers will drive your customers away. Be wary of your air-conditioner that you leave on throughout summer, mosquitos love the moisture it provides. Call Masters Pest Control Sydney to prepare yourself for the different pests that come each month.

Cockroaches

These tricky pests are subtle, it’s usually the case that you don’t see them until they are already up close and personal. Cockroaches love to sniff out the left-over crumbs your coworkers leave behind. Call Masters Pest Control Sydney for a fumigation before it’s too late!

Rats & Mice

The air ducts and holes in between the office walls are the perfect place for your local rat and mice families to live and breed. They have plenty of room to run and spread their harmful bacteria in the space you spend your eight hours each day. If you see droppings or chew marks, call Masters Pest Control for an inspection.

Do you have any of these common commercial pests? For 40 years of experience and knowledge, call Masters Pest Control Sydney. Our family owned business are here to help and provide you with a safe and pest free commercial space. Dial 02 8007 4666 now to speak to our service team.