Pestlinc

01/09/2026

German or American cockroach? 🪳

If it's small (about the size of your fingernail) and light brown with two dark stripes, that's German, and it means an indoor infestation. If it's big (thumb-sized), reddish-brown with a pale yellow figure-8 marking on its head, that's American, usually coming in from drains or under the house.

Different species, different treatment. Not sure what you've got? We'll come take a look. 📞 (07) 3077 9949 or pestlinc.com.au

20/08/2026

When ants move into an electrical cabinet, the treatment needs to be careful. 🐜

Richard was called out to a Southport property this week where ants had taken over a couple of storage rooms. They'd made their way through the wall linings, into the ceiling area, and right into an electrical cabinet where they were actively nesting. Take a look at the photos and you'll see just how densely they'd colonised around that box.

Because of the proximity to live electrics and stored items like clothing and towels, Richard kept liquid chemical use minimal, applying it only inside the wall cavity. On the exterior surfaces he used two different gel baits to reduce any risk of chemical contact with the electricals or stored goods. Both gels are already attracting feeding activity, which is a good sign for getting colony elimination happening relatively quickly. A follow-up visit is already booked in a few weeks to check progress.

If ants are getting into places they really shouldn't be, send us a message at Pestlinc.com.au or give us a call on 3077 9949 and we'll sort it out. 📞

16/08/2026

Know what these dark smear marks mean? 🐀

They're rodent rub marks, left behind by rats moving along floor joists and beams under a home. The oils in their skin and fur build up over time on the timber, and they're one of the clearest signs that rats have been making themselves at home in your subfloor.

Lincoln spotted these on a recent job in Birkdale. The property was located next to land that had been cleared, and that's a really common trigger for rodent activity. Once a nearby block gets cleared, it disturbs burrows and shelters, and rats start looking for somewhere new to set up. Your home, with its subfloor cavities, warmth, and any clutter or storage nearby, is exactly what they're after. And it doesn't take much of a gap either. A space roughly the size of your thumb is enough for a rat to squeeze through and start moving around.

If you've heard scratching at night or noticed anything like what's in the photos, it's worth getting it checked. 📞 Call us on (07) 3077 9949 or visit pestlinc.com.au to book your inspection.

09/08/2026

This is what it looks like when termites breach a physical management system. 🐜

This Tallai home had protection in place. The kind that gives homeowners confidence they're covered. But termites found a way through anyway, and by the time Lincoln opened up the wall, they'd worked through plasterboard, skirting boards, window frames, timber beading and more.

The photos tell the story. Dense mudding, hollowed-out material, and a mess of damaged timber that had been quietly building up behind the scenes.

This is exactly why annual termite inspections matter, even for homes that seem low risk or already have a management system in place. Catching it early is everything. Leaving it is not an option.

If you haven't had your home inspected recently, now is the time. 📞 Call us on (07) 3077 9949 or visit our pestlinc.com.au to book your inspection.

15/07/2026

🏆 WE DID IT! 🏆

We are incredibly proud and honoured to announce that Pestlinc has been named the National Pest Manager of the Year - Micro Business Award!

To receive this recognition on a national stage is something we could only have dreamed of when Pestlinc first began. What started with a vision to provide honest advice, exceptional service, and the highest standards of pest management has grown into an award winning business.

To our amazing customers, thank you for trusting us to protect your homes and businesses. Your support, referrals, and kind words have allowed us to continue growing and doing what we love.

To our family and friends, thank you for the encouragement, patience, and belief in us from day one.

To our suppliers, industry colleagues, mentors, and everyone who has shared their knowledge and support - thank you for helping us continually improve.

Winning this award reinforces what we strive for every day: providing professional, honest, and high quality pest management while continually learning and improving our skills.

Although we're incredibly proud of this achievement, it's also a reminder that we won't be slowing down. We'll continue investing in training, embracing new technologies, and delivering the level of service our customers have come to expect.

From the bottom of our hearts...

Thank you for being part of the Pestlinc journey!

Here's to the next chapter! 🐜

01/07/2026

This is our exciting news!!!

30/06/2026

28/06/2026

🌟 Customer Feedback That Makes Us Proud – This Is Why We Love What We Do ❤️

At Pestlinc, we believe great customer service is just as important as delivering great pest control—and we’re incredibly proud when our team is recognised for going above and beyond.

A big congratulations to Richard for receiving this wonderful feedback from one of our valued clients:

“I just wanted to pass on our thanks to Richard who came yesterday to our place at Mt Cotton. He remembered our property from the last visit and was so pleasant and friendly to deal with. This is the kind of service that makes a company stand out from the others and book again in 12 months.”

Thank you, Ed, for taking the time to send us such kind words. Feedback like this means the world to our team.

Richard, we’re proud to have you representing Pestlinc. Your professionalism, attention to detail, and genuine care for our clients are exactly what we’re all about. Keep up the fantastic work! 👏🐜🕷️