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Pest Control Blog

Practical advice on pest control costs, products, and treatments – written in plain English for expats and homeowners across Spain.

Prevention & DIY

Tick Season in Spain 2026: How to Stay Safe This Spring

Tick season begins in March in Spain. Learn which species are active, the real risks of Lyme disease and CCHF, and how to protect yourself and your pets.

11 March 2026 8 min read
Pest Species & Identification

Are Cockroaches in Spain Dangerous?

Health risks from cockroaches in Spain — bacteria, allergens, asthma triggers, and which species pose the biggest threat. What's real vs exaggerated.

10 March 2026 5 min read
Pest Species & Identification

Are Cockroaches Normal in Spain?

Yes — cockroaches are a climate reality in Spain, not a hygiene problem. Why they're so common, what species you'll encounter, and what to do about them.

10 March 2026 5 min read
Prevention & DIY

Best Time to Fumigate for Cockroaches in Spain

When to schedule pest control treatment in Spain for maximum effect — seasonal timing, municipal fumigation schedules, and why spring is the critical window.

10 March 2026 5 min read
Products & Reviews

Cockroach Spray From Mercadona and Spanish Shops

What cockroach products Spanish people actually buy — Mercadona, Leroy Merlin, and farmacia options, how they compare, and what expats should use instead.

10 March 2026 6 min read
Pest Species & Identification

Can Cockroaches Survive Winter in Spain?

Where cockroaches go in Spanish winters, which species stay active, and why cold months are your best window for prevention and treatment.

10 March 2026 5 min read
Costs & Services

Emergency Pest Control on the Costa Del Sol

English-speaking pest control services on the Costa del Sol — who to call, what it costs, what to expect, and how to handle a pest emergency in Spain.

10 March 2026 5 min read
Property & Legal

How to Tell Your Spanish Landlord About Cockroaches

Exact Spanish phrases, WhatsApp templates, and legal context for reporting cockroaches to your landlord in Spain. Who pays and what to expect.

10 March 2026 6 min read
Prevention & DIY

Termite Swarm Season in Spain: What to Do Before April

Termite swarms peak April–May in Spain. Learn what to look for in March and when to call a professional before the season begins.

10 March 2026 8 min read
Pest Species & Identification

Why Are There Cockroaches in My Spanish Apartment?

The real reasons cockroaches appear in Spanish apartments — shared drainage, building age, climate factors — and how to stop them coming back.

10 March 2026 6 min read
Prevention & DIY

Processionary Caterpillar Alert Spain

Processionary caterpillar alert March 2026. Updates for Costa del Sol, Balearics, Madrid and Ibiza plus pet safety.

7 March 2026 7 min read
Prevention & DIY

Woodworm Treatment Spain: Products, Costs & Tips (2026)

Found flight holes or sawdust? How to treat woodworm in Spanish properties with products from Leroy Merlin and Amazon.es.

7 March 2026 9 min read