Alexandra Hills is a residential suburb in the City of Redland.
Per the 2016 Census, Alexandra Hills had a population of 16,254 people.
The suburb is sandwiched between two major suburbs: Cleveland to the east and Capalaba to the west.
The suburb is a good location as it offers great schools, reliable public transportation, recreational facilities and other amenities.
Alexandra Hills is the only enclaved suburb of the mainly coastal Redland City. It features the Greater Glider Conservation Area, Hilliards Creek Platypus Corridor, Scribbly Gums Conservation Area and Squirrel Glider Conservation Area are popular places for exploring and viewing the beautiful Redlands Coast.
There are several parks in the suburb. One of the most popular is Valantine Park, a great picnic spot with a playground, cricket nets and walking trails.
Alexandra Hills has its own shopping centre with a supermarket, restaurants, shops and medical facilities. In addition, the commercial and retail precincts of Cleveland and Capalaba are easily accessible.
Potential Risks for Pest Infestation
Alexandra Hills property owners deal with different pests including termites, rodents, cockroaches and more. The area’s climate and environment allow some pests to thrive and persist, making it imperative for homeowners to take precautions and be alerted to prevent any pest infestation.
Ant Control
Ants are unwanted guests in our spaces, seemingly present anywhere we look. But regardless of how ants have become a common sight for us, an ant infestation still needs to be addressed as soon as possible.
There are tens of thousands of ant species, and not all of them have been identified and documented. This makes ant control even more difficult to do. No two species are the same. They all don’t have the same weaknesses, so they can’t be eliminated using the same strategies.
Ants thrive on Queensland’s warm humid climate. They invade homes in search of food. Ants love most human foods, particularly sweets foods. They also need water that they can take back to their colony.
You can find out where ants are coming from using a torch and looking at behind or under the refrigerator, stove, microwave, dishwasher, or in and around floor drains, behind wallpaper, and in cracks and crevices in cabinets and walls.
Alexandra Hills Cockroach Treatment
The sight of cockroaches gives you that icky and disgusting feeling. And it’s because they are. Cockroaches infest properties where there is moisture, food and warmth.
They love human food as well as a variety of organic materials such as cardboard, glue, fellow cockroaches and dead animals. It’s important to address a cockroach infestation because they multiply quickly, and they can spread bacteria and diseases.
While searching for food and water, cockroaches contaminate your food and food preparation areas. They go in the bathroom and kitchen sink in search of water.
The species of cockroaches that are common in Queensland are: common shining cockroach, Australian cockroach, Oriental cockroach, German cockroach, and American cockroach.
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Mosquito
Mosquitoes have been around since the Triassic period. These blood sucker shave become so common that we have learned to live with it. However, there is something you can do so you don’t have to live with these annoying mosquitoes.
Only female mosquitoes feed on human blood. The males feed on plant nectar. They have a syringe-like needs for sucking.
There are no clear-cut rules on how to spot mosquitoes. But you would be able to hear them when they’re near you because they can flap their wings 500 times per second, which produces a very high-pitched sound.
Larvae can be found in stored water. To prevent a mosquito invasion, make sure there are no stored water in containers around your house, such as old tyres, plant pots, bird baths, etc.
Mosquito bites are not painful, but they can swell and feel itchy. These insects spread diseases through their bite. Millions of people have died due to mosquito bites, which carry pathogens that cause diseases such as malaria, dengue fever, etc. This is the reason why it is important to take mosquito infestation seriously.
Rodent Treatment in Alexandra Hills
There are approximately 100 species of rodents, but not all of them are a nuisance. Only a few species rely on humans for survival. These species end up invading homes for food, water and shelter. Rodents such as marmot, chipmunks and squirrels prefer to live in the wild. And there are species that make for great pets such as guinea pigs, chinchillas and capybaras.
The species that become a problem for humans are rats, mice, possums or any regional rodents. These rodents can harm you physical. You can get sick if you get bitten by or come in contact with rodent urine or faeces.
Rodents are elusive because they move fast. For effective and long-term solution for rodent infestation, call a pest control expert.
Silverfish Control
Silverfish are difficult to eliminate because they can survive without food for months. They are usually active at night, making it difficult to detect them.
However, there are a few signs that can help you identify silverfish infestation, including cask skins and pepper-like faeces; holes on wallpaper; and yellow stains on books, fabrics and wallpapers. Look for them in sinks and bathtubs because silverfish love moisture.
Silverfish may not pose an immediate threat to your property and health, but it still should be taken seriously. They multiply fast, so the bigger the population the harder it is to eliminate them.
Spider Removal
Spiders are one of those insects that instil fear in many people. And why not? These tiny creatures have eight legs, six eyes and not to mention lethal fangs that they use to inject venom into their prey.
Spiders are also fast, with the ability to jump by more than 1.5 metres, making it difficult to catch them. Though most of them don’t attack humans, some species can bite people.
With tens of thousands of spider species in the world, some of the deadliest are found in Australia. Some of the spiders commonly seen here are Huntsman, Black Widow, Tarantula, Funnel Web Spiders, and more – and most of these are venomous.
There are some things you can do to keep spiders away from your home. Keep your windows closed. Regularly clean your house. Keep other pests and insects away because these are spider food.
Alexandra Hills Termite Treatment
Termites live on dead plant materials such as wood, leaf litter, soil and animal dung. Having a termite infestation is scary because they can do damage overnight.
Since termites are secretive, they don’t come out into the open, which makes it difficult to detect them. They are often mistaken as fly ants because they are almost the same in appearance. Therefore, it is important to recognise termite infestation to avoid major damage in your property’s structure and foundation.
The common areas that termites can attack are crawl spaces (any area that is prone to moisture); subflooring; wooden fencing; basement window frames; and playhouses, swing sets and picnic tables.
Wasp Removal
Wasps represent one of the most terrifying pests encounters one could ever have because these pests seem aggressive and angry. If you see a wasp, don’t wave your hands to shoo it away as this will only them angrier and sting you.
Why are wasps attracted to your home? Wasps are drawn to houses they have all the areas where they can establish their hive – eaves, ceilings and overhangs – and all other pests that they can prey on.
If you spot a wasp nest within or near your property, don’t attempt to remove it yourself. Call a wasp removal specialist to do the job.
If you are building a new home, renovating or buying a home in Alexandra Hills, you will need to consider what termite prevention solutions are available. Our company offers all types of solutions including physical and chemical barriers as well as reticulation systems. You can reach us on
Alexandra Hills is a suburb of Redlands Shire, Queensland. It is 22 kilometres east of the Brisbane CBD, and only 10km from Cleveland. This suburb is predominantly residential, however Alexandra Hills does have some commercial and retail areas serviced for many years by our team at Bob Gunn Pest Control.
Alexandra Hills is one of Redlands leafy bayside suburbs, with a population of over 17500, Bob Gunn Pest Control have serviced the area for many years and is well positioned to provide pre purchase inspection reports in Alexandra Hills.
Alexandra Hills is also on the bay, meaning lots of water moving through, and Termites love moisture and they will always find it, especially when it’s dry.
If your home is in Alexandra Hills or Thorneside or around a creek, consider a Termite Inspection every 12 months by a licensed timber pest inspector in Redlands.
When it comes to pest control in Alexandra Hills, Bob Gunn Termite Solutions has a process in place. We begin with determining your pest problem and identifying its possible causes.
Our licensed pest control technicians will then come up with a recommendation that meets environmental requirements and one that will effectively solve your pest situation.
We also provide Bird Proofing solutions in Alexandra Hills to put an end to those pigeons nesting under your solar panels. Bird Proofing, Bird Netting in Brisbane are just some of the many services we can provide.
To ensure that your pest problem is efficiently managed, we will inspect both your property and environment, and inform you in case there are other pests in your area.
Our team will suggest a pest control program that will allow you to be in control of your home and surroundings to prevent damage to your property and environment in Alexandra Hills. This is the same for residential and commercial properties in Alexandra Hills.
You have the option to choose which treatment and pest control system will be used to eliminate your problem and manage your environment.
If you are building a new home, renovating or buying a home in Alexandra Hills, you will need to consider what termite prevention solutions are available. Our company offers all types of solutions including physical and chemical barriers as well as reticulation systems.
TERMITE INFESTATION IN ALEXANDRA HILLS QLD
Alexandra Hills Termite Hazard Level
High – Very High Risk
According to the Interim Termite Hazard Map by CSIRO, the Redland area, where Alexandra Hills is located, is in the high-risk category for termite infestation.
Because Wynnum is close to the sea, the area is a good target by drywood termites, which need high moisture content in the timber they attack.
Termite Image from CSIRO
Throughout Queensland, the most commonly found termites are Subterranean termites and Drywood termites.
The West Indian drywood termite, is the world’s most destructive drywood termite. It is the culprit to massive economic damage to timber houses in Queensland, including properties in Alexandra Hills.
A coastal environment like Wynnum is prone to termite and vermin attacks.
The number one thing that attracts termites is water or moisture. It is almost a guarantee that if a home has water leakage problems, it will soon be invaded by termites, if it hasn’t been already.
Damage to homes, whether made from weatherboard, is likely if termites, or white ants, are left unchecked.
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