The answer is simple, yes. It is a common misconception that termites will not penetrate concrete constructions. Even though wooden homes are more prone to termite infestations, these household pests can enter through brick holes and slab cracks, doing great damage to a home as the critters often go unnoticed for a long time.

Rats, rats, and more rats! Rats have inhabited Australia long before humankind and long before the First Fleet settled in Sydney. It was previously believed that rats were introduced to Australia by the First Fleet, stowing away on supply ships. This was recently challenged by a Florida scientist who claims that rats first migrated to Australia from Asia over 5 million years ago. The rats travelled over the sea by clinging to floating flora, until eventually reaching Australia and into what is now your neighbourhood.