Pegasus - PEST
Control Gold Coast

About Us

With over 25 years in the business, we cut through the DIY tips and hearsay surrounding dealing with termites and pests. We work alongside you and unlike many in the industry, are properly insured to cover both our clients and their valuable property.

Pegasus - Environment Friendly Treatments

We named our company Pegasus Environmental because we hold special concern for our local environment as well as the safety, health and wellbeing of our customers. We value naturally-derived methods where we can to ensure families and pets of the homes we treat, are kept safe.

We use only Pyrethrum based insecticides when carrying out a pest spray in your home. The active ingredient in Pyrethrum is Pyrethrins. The insecticides of which are derived from the Chrysanthemum flower.

When you call Pegasus, you always speak with a professional who can give you genuinely knowledgeable and reliable advice on the spot, to put your mind at ease.

We aim to have someone to you the same day and can give instant feedback if you send us a photo of what you believe is a pest or termite via text. We really do believe in going above and beyond to deliver the very best result for your home or business.

When you call Pegasus, you always speak with a professional who can give you genuinely knowledgeable and reliable advice on the spot, to put your mind at ease.

Frequently Asked Questions

Termite Q & A's

How can I tell if I have termites?

If you see 'bubbling paint' in a skirting board, window frame or door frame, or if you find soft or spongey timber inside or outside your home, or mould on a gyprock wall, these are telltale signs of termite activity.

How long does it take to clear termites from my building?

Once a full Termite Inspection has been completed and the Termite Technician know exactly the extent of the termite activity in your home, a Remedial Treatment will be carried out to eradicate the infestation. After 14 to 21 days a further inspection is carried out of the active areas to ascertain that the treatment was successful and all termite activity has ceased.

How often should I schedule termite inspections?

The Queensland Government advises at Least Annual Termite Inspections of houses in our state due to the high instance of Termite Activity and related damage.

Do you offer ongoing maintenance plans for termite prevention?

We do offer Termite Management Plans which include Annual Inspections, Termite Management Systems with regular maintenance visits.

Can I get termite prevention tips from your experts?

Homeowners should only seek advice from Experienced, Licenced and fully Insured Termite Experts.

How long does it take for termite control to work?

After the initial remedial eradication treatment we must wait 14 to 21 days before doing a follow up inspection of the treated area in the home to ascertain that the treatment was successful.

Can I get rid of termites on my own?

It’s very difficult for a homeowner to successfully get rid of a termite infestation in the home. You really need to have a comprehensive termite inspection carried out first by a qualified professional inspector so that all unidentified termite activity can be found and treated.

I think I have termites in my garden shed, how quickly could they infest my house?

Some very aggressive species of termites can move very quickly from one structure to another. You need to have a professional inspect both your shed and house as soon as possible.

I live very close to the ocean, are termites still a concern for me in this environment?

Our company have treated infestations in beach front houses on the Gold Coast - Palm Beach, Miami, Mermaid Beach just to name a few. No home is safe from termite attack unless it has a Termite Management System in place.

How long without treatment before termites cause significant damage to my property?

Statistics tell us that 1 in 3 homes in South East Queensland will get termites during its lifetime. Every home should have at least one inspection per year.

Other Q & A's

Do you offer preventative spraying or treatments?

A Proposal will be provided to install a Termite Management System to greatly reduce the risk of reinfestation and offer protection for the future.

What kinds of treatments do you use?

Our remedial treatments and external Treated Zones are always with the termiticide Termidor which is the best available to termite technicans. We also strongly recommend the Trelona Termite Interception & Baiting System as a Management System.

Do we need to leave the building during treatments?

The home occupier does not need to leave the building during these treatments. The treatments to eradicate the termite activity is into the infested wall cavities and timber. They are not surface treatments.

Is your process environmentally friendly?

All the chemical treatments we carry out are very friendly to the environment and safe around children and pets, and of course our Termite Baiting Systems are non-chemical Termite Management Systems.

How are pests getting in my home?

Termite gain entry into the home by coming over the slab edge and through the brick veneer external walls. Other insect pest find a way through cracks and crevices.

Are your services safe for kids and pets?

All the chemical treatments we carry out are very friendly to the environment and safe around adults, children and pets, and of course our Termite Baiting Systems are non-chemical Termite Management Systems.

Can you help with rodent infestation?

We can provide a rodent baiting service using plastic tamper proof stations. Children and pets can’t access the bait inside the stations, only rats and mice.

I have a large beehive in my property, but I want them safely moved and not killed, is this possible?

We always arrange for a bee man to capture the queen bee and move her and her hive to a new location.

Can you treat my property for wasp infestation?

Yes we do eradicate Wasp Infestations from homes and businesses.

What payment methods do you accept?

Cash, Credit Card, Eftpos, Direct Debit.

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Feedback from Our Clients

Recommended to me by a friend, very pleased with my building and pest inspection. Punctual, professional and friendly. Thank you - Sarah Jane

Excellent support and knowledge. Thanks so much for helping us out with our pest issues. I highly recommend Pegasus. - Lauren Perrow

We live in a high-risk area for termites (Mudgeeraba / Worongary), and take the inspections seriously. We now always make use of Pegasus as they are thorough, professional and passionate about what they do. Their technicians know their stuff and always offer great practical advice.

Extremely professional and friendly! Would highly recommend to anyone! - Alister’s Cran

Murray and the entire Pegasus team are extremely knowledgeable, helpful and thorough in their work. I have used them on many occasions. There is no one better for the job!!!

Thank you very much for your out standing prompt response and fast turn around time when our electrician found a MASSIVE termite nest in our roof. - Nearly had a heart attack - Thank you again!!!!

My husband's pest control business has been successfully providing a high quality service, meeting the needs of Gold Coast clients for 20 years. Murray is highly respected by his piers in the Gold Coast pest industry. He takes great pride in his work.

"For over 16 years Murray has bought his professionalism and expertise to his inspections of my Currumbin Valley home. He has been so helpful and his integrity and friendliness have made it a pleasure. Thanks Murray."