We provide pest control services for cockroaches, rodents, bed bugs, mosquitoes, ants, spiders, flies, and other common household and commercial pests.
Absolutely. At Repel Pest Solutions, your family’s safety is our top priority. We utilize modern, eco-friendly pest management techniques designed to be highly effective against pests while remaining safe for people and domestic animals.
Targeted Application: We apply treatments specifically where pests hide, minimizing any contact with common household surfaces.
Pet Safety: We advise keeping pets away from the treated area until it is completely dry (usually 1–2 hours). Once dry, the treatment is safe for paws and wagging tails.
Child-Friendly: We use non-volatile, low-odor products that are approved for use in sensitive environments like schools and childcare centers.
Eco-Friendly Focus: Our "Integrated Pest Management" approach reduces the need for heavy chemical use, focusing on smart prevention and eco-safe solutions.
Most residential treatments take between 45 to 90 minutes. The exact time depends on the size of your property and the specific pests we are targeting.
Standard Barrier Spray: 45–60 minutes.
Full Interior & Exterior Treatment: 60–90 minutes.
Specialized Rodent Inspections: 1–2 hours.
Q: How long until I see results, and how long do they last?
Immediate Impact: You will often see a significant reduction in pest activity within the first 24 hours.
The "Flush Out" Period: For pests like cockroaches or ants, you may actually see more activity for 3–5 days as they are "flushed out" of their hiding spots by the treatment.
Residual Protection: Our professional-grade treatments are designed to remain effective for 3 to 6 months, depending on weather conditions and the level of infestation.
For most Melbourne homes, we recommend a professional treatment every 6 to 12 months. While a single treatment is highly effective, the Australian climate (especially in the leafy East and coastal Peninsula) means pests are a year-round threat. A regular schedule ensures your protective barrier never "breaks."
General Prevention (Standard): Once every 12 months. This is ideal for homes with low pest pressure to keep spiders, ants, and cockroaches at bay.
High-Activity Areas (Recommended): Every 6 months. If your home is near bushland, water, or has a history of spiders and rodents, a bi-annual service provides maximum protection through the changing seasons.
Commercial Properties: Monthly or quarterly services are typically required to meet health and safety regulations.
Why do I need a schedule? Pest treatments naturally degrade over time due to UV exposure and rain. By scheduling regular visits, we "re-up" your home's defense before the previous treatment wears off, stopping the breeding cycle before it begins.
In most cases, no. You are welcome to stay in the home while we work.
If you are receiving a spray we ask that you leave the premises for 2 - 4 hours. However, to ensure the best results and absolute safety, we recommend the following:
During Application: We ask that you leave the property, if you are only getting an external spray you may stay inside the property until the chemical is dry (normally 1 - 2 hours.
Sensitive Individuals: If you have newborns, are pregnant, or have severe respiratory sensitivities (like chronic asthma), we may recommend leaving the home for 2– 4 hours as a standard precaution.
Pet Care: We ask that you remove pets from the property until all treated internal/external surfaces are fully dry.
You will often see an immediate impact, but "total" results usually take 7 to 14 days. Pest control is a process, not just a single moment. Here is what you can expect during the two main phases:
Don't be alarmed if you see more pests than usual immediately after we leave. Our professional-grade products are designed to disrupt their nesting sites and "flush" them out of hiding. As they come into contact with the treated barriers, they become more active before they are eliminated.
By the end of the second week, you should notice a dramatic decrease in pest activity. The breeding cycles have been interrupted, and the residual barrier is now working to stop any new intruders from entering.
Ants & Cockroaches: Usually gone within 7 days as they share the bait with the colony.
Spiders: Immediate results on contact, with the exterior barrier preventing new webs for months.
Rodents: May take up to 10–14 days as they need to encounter and consume the bait stations.
What if I still see pests after 14 days? If you still have a significant infestation after the two-week mark, give us a call! We provide a Service Guarantee and will return to retreat the area if the pests haven't checked out.
Yes, we do. At Repel Pest Solutions, we stand behind the quality of our work with a 100% Service Guarantee. We understand that pests can be stubborn. If you experience a re-infestation of the covered pests within your warranty period, we will return to your property and re-treat the affected area at no additional cost to you.
How our guarantee works:
The "Check-In" Period: We ask that you wait 14 days after the initial treatment. This allows the "Flush Out" phase to complete and the professional-grade products to reach full effectiveness.
Contact Us: If the pests are still active after two weeks, simply give us a call or send us a photo of the activity.
The Return Visit: We will schedule a priority follow-up visit to address the specific problem area and ensure your home is protected.
Why can we offer this? Because we use the highest quality, Australian-approved products and our technicians are fully licensed experts. We don't just spray and leave; we solve the problem.
Yes, we provide comprehensive pest management solutions for a wide range of industries across Melbourne. We understand that for a business, a pest sighting isn't just a nuisance—it's a threat to your reputation and your compliance.
We service a variety of sectors, including:
Food & Hospitality: Cafes, restaurants, and commercial kitchens (HACCP-aligned).
Warehousing & Logistics: Large-scale rodent and bird control programs.
Property Management: End-of-lease and common area maintenance for apartments.
Education & Healthcare: Safe, low-toxicity treatments for schools and clinics.
Retail & Offices: Discreet, after-hours servicing to ensure zero disruption to your staff.
What sets our commercial service apart?
Detailed Reporting: We provide full service reports and documentation for health audits.
Discreet Servicing: Unmarked vehicles are available upon request for sensitive locations.
Customized Maintenance Plans: Whether you need monthly, quarterly, or annual visits, we build a schedule that fits your business needs.
Our pest control services are competitively priced, typically starting from $150–$180 for a targeted treatment. Because every home and infestation is unique, the total cost depends on the size of your property and the types of pests being treated.
What factors influence the price?
Property Size: A 2-bedroom unit requires less time and product than a 5-bedroom double-story home.
Level of Infestation: High-activity nests may require specialized equipment or multiple visits.
Access: Difficult-to-reach areas like sub-floors or high roof voids can impact the service time.
The Best Way to Get an Accurate Price: Every home in the South East and Peninsula is different! We offer free, no-obligation quotes over the phone. Simply tell us your suburb and what you're seeing, and we’ll give you a fixed price.
A little preparation goes a long way in ensuring the best results. To help our technicians provide the most thorough service, we recommend a few simple steps before we arrive:
1. General Preparation (All Services)
Clear the Perimeter: Move toys, garden furniture, and potted plants away from the external walls of the house so we can apply a continuous barrier.
Internal Access: If we are treating inside, please move furniture slightly away from the walls where possible to give us access to the skirting boards.
Clean Surfaces: A quick vacuum or mop helps our products bond better to surfaces.
2. Food & Kitchen Safety
Cover Food: Ensure all food items are put away in cupboards or the fridge.
Clear Benchtops: Move kettles, toasters, and fruit bowls into a protected area or cover them with a clean towel.
3. Pet & Child Safety
Cover Fish Tanks: If you have an aquarium, please turn off the air pump and cover the top with a damp towel during the service.
Pick Up Pet Bowls: Move pet food and water bowls inside (or away from the treatment area).
Laundry: Ensure there is no washing hanging on the line if we are performing an exterior spray.
4. Specific for Rodents
Identify Activity: Note down where you have heard noises or seen droppings so you can point them out to your technician.
Yes, we provide rapid-response services for urgent pest situations. We know that some pest problems can't wait until Monday morning. Whether it's a dangerous wasp nest, a sudden cockroach infestation in a commercial kitchen, or a rodent issue that’s keeping you awake, our team is ready to help.
Our Emergency Protocol:
Priority Dispatch: We prioritize emergency calls to get a licensed technician to your door as quickly as possible.
Phone Triage: When you call, we will provide immediate advice over the phone on how to keep your family or customers safe until we arrive.
After-Hours Availability: We service the South East and Peninsula outside of standard business hours for situations that require immediate intervention.
What qualifies as a pest emergency?
Large wasp or hornet nests near entry points.
Sightings of rodents in food preparation areas.
Sudden swarms of stinging or biting insects.
Any pest issue posing an immediate health or safety risk.
Yes, absolutely. We only use products that are rigorously tested and approved by the APVMA (Australian Pesticides and Veterinary Medicines Authority).
At Repel Pest Solutions, we strictly adhere to Australian Standards and state health regulations. Here is what that means for you:
Regulated & Registered: Every product in our kit is registered for specific use in Australian residential and commercial environments.
Licensed Technicians: Our team consists of fully qualified and licensed technicians who are trained in the precise application of these products, ensuring they are used only in the correct concentrations and locations.
Health & Safety Focus: We select modern, low-toxicity formulations that are designed to target the biology of the pest, not the biology of humans or pets.
Material Safety Data Sheets (MSDS): We maintain up-to-date safety data for every product we use. If you would like to review the technical safety details of any treatment used at your property, we are happy to provide these documents upon request.
No. We use modern, water-based formulations specifically designed for use inside high-quality residential homes. Unlike older, oil-based chemicals, our products are non-staining, non-corrosive, and virtually odorless.
Here is how we ensure your property stays in perfect condition:
Non-Staining Formulas: Our treatments are clear and won't leave oily residues or "tide marks" on your skirting boards, carpets, or hardwood floors.
Targeted Application: We don't "flood" your home. We use precision equipment to apply fine mists or gel baits only where pests live and travel, such as cracks, crevices, and behind appliances.
Delicate Surfaces: If you have antique furniture or sensitive fabrics (like silk or unsealed stone), please let our technician know. We can adjust our methods or focus on "baiting" rather than "spraying" in those specific areas.
Safety for Electronics: We avoid spraying near sensitive electronics. For kitchens and offices, we use dry gel baits and dusts that are safe around power points and appliances.
For most seasonal issues, yes—one professional treatment will provide excellent control. However, the answer depends on the type of pest and the severity of the infestation.
Here is the breakdown of how different pests respond:
Spiders & Cockroaches: Typically, a single, thorough interior and exterior treatment will eliminate the current population and provide a protective barrier that lasts for months.
Ants: Because ants live in massive underground colonies, a single treatment kills the workers you see. For a total "nest kill," we use specialized baits that the ants carry back to the queen. This can take 7–10 days to finish the job completely.
German Cockroaches & Bed Bugs: These are "high-pressure" pests. Because of their rapid breeding cycles and hidden egg cases, a follow-up treatment is often required 14 days later to catch the newly hatched nymphs.
Rodents: One visit sets up the system, but a follow-up is usually needed to check bait consumption and ensure no new entry points have been chewed.
The Goal: Breaking the Breeding Cycle Our treatments are designed to provide an immediate "knockdown" of adult pests, while our residual barriers continue to work on any eggs that hatch later. For long-term protection in the Melbourne climate, we recommend an annual maintenance program to ensure pests never have the chance to return.
Yes. Every service we perform begins with a comprehensive site inspection. We believe you can't solve a problem until you fully understand it.
Our "Inspection-First" process ensures we aren't just treating the symptoms, but finding the source. Here is what we look for before we even pick up our equipment:
Identification: We confirm exactly which species of pest is present so we can use the most effective, targeted treatment.
Harbourage Sites: We locate where pests are nesting and breeding (such as roof voids, sub-floors, or wall cavities).
Entry Points: We identify "pest highways"—small cracks, weep holes, or gaps in seals where pests are entering your home.
Attractants: We look for environmental factors, like moisture leaks or food sources, that are drawing pests to your property.
What happens after the inspection? Once we’ve assessed the situation, your technician will explain their findings and walk you through the treatment plan. This ensures you know exactly what is being done and why. For complex issues, we can even provide a written report with photos of the problem areas.
Yes, but with a few important "rules" to ensure you don't accidentally remove the treatment. While we want your home to feel fresh, our products need time to bond to surfaces to remain effective for months.
The Golden Rule: Wait for it to Dry You should never clean or touch treated areas while they are still wet. This usually takes 1–2 hours. Once dry, the treatment is bonded to the surface and is safe.
How to clean without ruining the treatment:
Do NOT mop the "Edge": We apply a perimeter spray along your skirting boards. For the first 5–7 days, avoid mopping within 10cm of the walls. This allows the product to settle and stay active against crawling insects.
Wipe Down Benchtops: While we are careful, it is always a good idea to wipe down food preparation surfaces with warm soapy water after a treatment.
Vacuuming is Fine: You can vacuum your carpets and rugs as normal once they are dry. In fact, for flea treatments, vacuuming actually helps "vibrate" the eggs, causing them to hatch and come into contact with the product faster!
Avoid Heavy Chemicals: Try to avoid using steam cleaners or harsh bleach-based cleaners on treated perimeters for at least two weeks, as these can break down the molecular barrier of the pest treatment.
Yes. Your safety and the safety of your baby are our absolute priorities. We use modern, low-toxicity products that are approved for use in sensitive environments like hospitals and childcare centers.
However, because we understand the need for extra caution during pregnancy, we follow a strict "Safety-First" protocol for expecting mothers:
Targeted Application: We focus on "crack and crevice" treatments and gel baits. This means the product is placed exactly where pests hide, rather than being sprayed broadly across open surfaces.
Low-Volatile Products: We select formulations that are non-volatile and low-odor, meaning they do not linger in the air.
The "Wait & Dry" Recommendation: As an added precaution, we generally recommend that pregnant women remain out of the home during the treatment and for 2 to 3 hours afterward. This ensures the products are completely dry and bonded to the surfaces before you return.
Ventilation: Upon your return, we suggest opening a few windows to allow fresh air to circulate, though our products are designed to be virtually odorless.
Personalized Care: Please let our technician know if you are pregnant when booking. We will take extra time to explain exactly what products are being used and can adjust our treatment plan (such as using only baits instead of sprays) to ensure you feel 100% comfortable.
Payment is required upon completion of the service on the day of your appointment. We aim to make the process as seamless as possible by offering several convenient payment methods:
On-the-Spot Card Payments: Our technicians carry mobile EFTPOS terminals, allowing you to pay securely via Credit Card (Visa/Mastercard), Debit Card, or Apple/Google Pay once the job is done.
Invoicing (Commercial & Property Management): For our regular commercial clients and real estate partners, we offer 7-day or 14-day invoicing terms by prior arrangement.
Electronic Funds Transfer (EFT): You can pay via bank transfer; however, we ask that you provide a remittance receipt to the technician before they leave the site.
Cash: We do accept cash payments, though please note our technicians carry limited change for safety reasons.
What will I receive? Immediately after payment is processed, we will email you a Digital Tax Invoice and Service Report. This document outlines the treatments performed, the chemicals used, and serves as your proof of purchase for your Service Guarantee.
As a general rule, pets should stay away from treated areas for at least 2 to 4 hours. The most important factor is ensuring that all liquid treatments have completely dried. Once dry, the product is bonded to the surface and is safe for your pets to walk on.
To ensure your pets stay happy and healthy, we recommend these specific guidelines:
Dogs & Cats: We suggest taking them for a long walk or keeping them in an untreated area (like a separate room or the backyard) until the product is 100% dry. This usually takes 30–60 minutes indoors, but a 2-hour window provides an extra margin of safety.
Birds: Birds have highly sensitive respiratory systems. We recommend moving bird cages to a different room or out of the house for at least 4 hours to ensure the area is well-ventilated.
Fish & Reptiles: Please cover fish tanks and terrariums with a heavy towel and turn off the air pump during the treatment. You can resume normal operation once the technician has finished and the room has been aired out.
Small Mammals (Rabbits/Hamsters): Because they are closer to the ground and often chew on surfaces, keep them away from treated areas for 4 hours.
Pro Tip: If your pet is a "licker" or likes to rub against skirting boards, wait the full 4 hours before letting them back into those specific areas to be extra cautious.
Yes, professional pest control can significantly improve indoor air quality and reduce allergy triggers. Many common household pests produce allergens that can cause sneezing, skin rashes, and even severe asthma attacks.
By eliminating these pests, we remove the source of these irritants:
Cockroaches: Their saliva, droppings, and shedding skin contain potent proteins that are known triggers for asthma, especially in children.
Dust Mites: While microscopic, professional-grade treatments and advice on moisture control can help manage these common triggers found in carpets and upholstery.
Rodents: Dander and droppings from mice and rats can become airborne and circulate through your home's heating and cooling systems.
Mould-Carrying Pests: Some pests thrive in damp areas where mould grows. By addressing the pest issue and identifying the moisture source, we help reduce mould-related allergies.
Our Hygiene-First Approach: We don't just kill the pests; we provide advice on "Integrated Pest Management" to help you keep your home a low-allergen zone. This includes tips on sealing cracks where dust and dander accumulate and managing humidity levels in your home.
Yes, we understand that plans change! You can cancel or reschedule your service with at least 24 hours' notice.
To help us manage our technicians' schedules and serve all our Melbourne customers fairly, we have the following policy:
24-Hour Notice: If you need to change your time or cancel entirely, please let us know at least 24 hours before your scheduled arrival. There is no fee for changes made within this window.
Same-Day Changes: We do our best to be flexible, but cancellations made on the day of service may incur a small "call-out fee" to cover the technician’s travel and lost time.
Weather Policy: Since we can’t control the Melbourne weather, if it’s raining heavily on the day of an exterior treatment, we will contact you to reschedule the outdoor portion of your service at no extra cost.
How to Change: Simply give us a call or reply to your booking confirmation email as soon as you know your schedule has changed.
No, our treatments are designed to be safe for your garden when applied by our professional technicians. We use targeted application methods that focus on the perimeter of your home and known pest "hot spots," rather than blanket-spraying your entire landscape.
Here is how we protect your greenery:
Targeted Perimeter Barriers: When we treat the exterior, we apply a precise barrier to the footings of your home. We take care to avoid direct contact with delicate flowers or ornamental plants.
Plant-Safe Formulations: The products we use for residential services are water-based and do not have the "burning" effect on foliage that some older, oil-based chemicals once did.
Pollinator Protection: We are highly mindful of bees and butterflies. Our technicians are trained to avoid spraying flowering plants where pollinators are actively feeding.
Edible Gardens: If you have a veggie patch or herb garden, please let us know! We will maintain a generous "no-spray" buffer zone around your edibles to ensure they remain organic and safe for consumption.
What if I have rare or sensitive plants? If you have a collection of particularly sensitive plants (like orchids or rare ferns) near the house, feel free to point them out. We can adjust our application technique—such as using gel baits or a hand-held "low-drift" nozzle—to ensure they aren't affected.
At Repel Pest Solutions, we focus on what matters most: safe, effective pest solutions, honest pricing and friendly service you can count on.
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