Pest Control Blog
Practical advice on pest control costs, products, and treatments – written in plain English for expats and homeowners across Spain.
How to Get Rid of Cockroaches in Spain: The Method That Actually Works
How to get rid of cockroaches in Spain for good: gel bait, boric acid and physical exclusion. The step-by-step protocol for Spanish homes and apartments.
Processionary Caterpillar Season 2027: Dog Owner's Guide
When processionary caterpillar season starts in each Spanish region, the 10-minute dog emergency protocol, and what to do about a nest in your garden.
Rats in Spain: Why October Moves Them Into Your Roof
October is when roof rats move indoors across Spain. How to tell rat from mouse, the 8 entry points on a villa, and what a desratización really costs.
Stink Bugs in the House in Spain: October Invasion Guide
Brown marmorated stink bugs pour into Spanish homes every October to overwinter. How to identify them, why they smell, and how to remove them without the stench.
Portuguese Man o' War in Spain 2026: Beaches Affected Now & Sting First Aid
Portuguese man o' war are closing beaches across Spain in 2026. Which coasts are affected now, why the sting is different from a jellyfish, and the first aid lifeguards use.
How to Get Rid of Fruit Flies in Your Spanish Kitchen (Fast)
Fruit flies explode in Spanish kitchens every August. Here's the vinegar trap that actually works, why they keep coming back, and how to break the cycle for good.
Jellyfish in Spain 2026: Which Ones Sting, Beaches Affected & First Aid
Stung by a jellyfish on a Spanish beach? The first-aid steps that ease the pain fast, which medusas you'll meet in 2026 and where, and when to seek help.
Flea Season in Spain 2026: Why July Is the Worst Month
Flea season in Spain peaks July–September, when heat turns one flea into thousands in weeks. How to spot them, treat home and pet, and break the cycle.
Weever Fish Sting in Spain: Treatment & First Aid
A weever fish sting on a Spanish beach causes sudden, severe foot pain. The one first-aid step that stops it fast, plus how to spot and avoid these buried fish.
Flying Ants in Spain: Are They Termites? How to Tell
Winged ants swarm Spanish homes in July and August. Why it happens, whether they're dangerous, and the 30-second check to tell them from termites.
Wasp Nest on Your Spanish Balcony? What to Do in Peak Season
Wasp nests peak on Spanish balconies and terraces from late July. Who removes them, what it costs, who pays in a comunidad, and the nests you must never touch.
Spain's 45°C Heatwave: Why Pests Invade Your Home
A 45°C heatwave hits Spain from 20 July 2026. Extreme heat doesn't kill pests — it drives them indoors looking for water. What to expect and how to prepare.