Close to the surf, a Freshwater home rarely gets a quiet month from the pests the warm, humid air keeps active. NEXTGEN Pest Control covers pest control across Freshwater and the neighbouring Northern Beaches, treating the cockroaches, ants, spiders and rodents that work their way into homes near the coast, with same-day and emergency bookings when something cannot wait. Anthony Fryer, the licensed owner-operator, does every job himself, and the quote is free on 1300 454 418, Monday to Saturday, 6am to 6pm.
The pests a Freshwater home sees
The salt air and the warmth suit the usual coastal offenders. Cockroaches settle into kitchens and bathrooms. Ants trail in from the garden and along paths. Spiders take up in eaves and sheds, redbacks among them, which are worth watching in a home with children or pets. Rats and mice head indoors as the nights cool. Anthony matches the treatment to the pest and the property rather than blanket-spraying the lot. Timber pests are a separate job: if an inspection turns up termite activity, he points you to NEXTGEN’s termite control service in Freshwater.

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At NEXTGEN Pest Control, we know how disruptive pests can be to your business.
Low-impact around children, pets and the beach
Living this close to the sand, a lighter touch counts. Anthony uses BASF-certified products such as Seclira and Selontra, applied strictly to their APVMA-registered label directions rather than heavy spraying. That keeps the treatment aimed at the pest and low-toxicity to children, pets and the garden around the home. It also looks after the beach and the coastal environment that make Freshwater what it is.

One Licensed Owner, Start to Finish, at NEXTGEN Pest Control
NEXTGEN Pest Control is Anthony Fryer, and the same licensed owner inspects, treats and follows up on every job. He has run the business across the Northern Beaches since 2023 and holds the NSW EPA Pest Management licence (No. 5115417, issued in 2020), verifiable on the public register. His full accreditations and insurance sit on NEXTGEN’s residential pest control page.


Our 5 star client reviews
The most professional & friendliest service, I wouldn't go anywhere else for our Pest Control needs. Highly reccomend NEXTGEN Pest Control!
Anthony very helpful, polite and thorough
I would 100% recommend them for pest control. Did a good job. Thanks Anthony.
I called with little noticed arrived for a quote.. I’d say close to perfect service explained the process thoroughly. Highly recommend
Anthony was really professional and kept me very informed - bugs were also eliminated straight away, highly recommend
Anthony was great! He was very thorough and informative. Would recommend to anyone. Thank you.
Thoroughly satisfied with Anthony's regular communication and professional service
HIGHLY RECOMMEND. Anthony was personable, courteous, PROMPT, explained everything really well, TIDY. Will definitely be using these guys again!
Anthony was very responsive and job booked and done within few hours. Very comprehensive job. Anthony was very pleasant to deal with. Walked into a home of dead cockroaches everywhere 👍🥳 Highly recommend Nextgen Pest control
Thank you Anthony for coming today and addressing the issue. I really appreciate your professionalism and prompt service!
I am so grateful to Anthony at NEXTGEN Pest Control who responded so quickly to my online enquiry and moved apts around to prioritise an emergency pest situation impacting my newborn. Thorough and effective job. Great communication throughout. Thank you!
We had an urgent issue to address and the guys were amazing. Even when I called a few times in a state of panic! They arrived in the afternoon same day, delivered with pest control and provided a lot of helpful information. Will definitely use Nextgen Pest Control on a ... More
Not only did Anthony get rid of our ants, the service was amazing. Same day service within 3 hours of calling and came with a kind and welcoming approach. Bye bye ants, thank you!
Excellent Service & Knowledgeable Team! I had a great experience with NEXTGEN Pest Control! They provided quick and efficient service, and the technician was very knowledgeable about both the products and the pests. He took the time to explain how to prevent futu... More
Anthony was very professional and polite. His knowledge of the trade, combined with his down to earth customer focused business acumen, makes for one of the best family run pest control services out there. I highly recommend contacting Nextgen if you are in need of p... More
Anthony and his team were amazing. He came and looked at my house and business to quote and was there the next day. Prompt and awesome service. Can absolutely highly recommend him. (My neighbour saw him and booked for the following day as well!!!). Thanks
Thank you Anthony from Nextgen Pest Control. I contacted Nextgen after seeing some Redback spiders at the front of my house. Anthony very quickly responded and arranged a suitable time to treat our house. Communication was very quick and clear with helpful advice which ... More
Very friendly staff honest price and does the job very well I've use a few local pest control and haven't seen any difference nextgen pest control I saw the difference within 24 hours highly recommend will be using nextgen pest control through out the future.
Had a clean with the company over the weekend and was impressed with how the pestman was presented and professionalism in what work he did to the house. Told us what he was doing and what to expect. Would highly recommend to anyone else. Will be going back again.
We have used NextGen Pest control for out pest control services very happy with their services. We used NextGen for our commercial and residential needs and Anthony did a very thorough inspection and great job. We will be using them for our future pest control needs and... More
We had our first clean with this company today and was really impressed with how detail oriented the pestman was, he ran through everything that was going to take place and what would be used and why which was very reassuring. Will be booking again for sure!
The most professional & friendliest service, I wouldn't go anywhere else for our Pest Control needs. Highly reccomend NEXTGEN Pest Control!
Really happy with the service Anthony provided extremely professional would highly recommend
Environmentally Responsible Pest Control Solutions by NEXTGEN
We use environmentally safe and sustainable pest control solutions.
Our methods are designed to minimise harm to non-target species and ecosystems.
Our treatments are safe for children, pets, and the environment.
We implement long-term pest control strategies to reduce the need for chemical interventions.
Sort a Freshwater pest problem
Freshwater sits close enough to the water that the warm season runs long, and the pests make the most of it. Anthony inspects, treats with products chosen to be low-toxicity to your household, and tells you what to watch for so it does not come back. Call 1300 454 418, Monday to Saturday, 6am to 6pm. Send a neighbour our way for a 10% referral discount, and ask about the Year-Round Home Protection Plan if you would rather keep it handled season by season.
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What Freshwater homeowners ask
What are the most common pests in a Freshwater home?
Cockroaches and ants top the list, followed by spiders in the eaves and rodents as it cools. The warm, humid coastal air keeps all of them active longer than it would inland, so a home near the surf tends to see them earlier in the season.
Can I see reviews before I book?
Yes. NEXTGEN holds a 5.0 star rating across 72 Google reviews, and around a third of new work comes through referrals, so most of the feedback arrives by word of mouth from other Northern Beaches locals.
Should a beachside home be treated more than once a year?
Often it helps. The coastal warmth stretches the active season, so a general treatment each year suits most homes, with a return visit if anything lingers. The Year-Round Home Protection Plan schedules that cover for you.
Contact us to schedule a property inspection for your home or business.







