Businesses around the UK were forced to close down abruptly when the country went into its third lockdown in January. There is finally light at the end of the tunnel however as 12 April marks the highly anticipated date many sectors can start reopening. Among the many things you’ll be thinking about right now, should [...]
You’ve seen the droppings, the gnaw marks can’t be missed and you can hear something scratching away in the quiet of the night. All the signs are there that there’s a mouse in the house but how do you get it to come out of hiding? Catching a mouse is no mean feat. As well [...]
At this time of year, we often get customers asking; what do I do if there is a rat issue in my office? At the first sign of infestation, we urge you to call your local pest controller so they can contain the problem before it spirals out of control. Common signs of a rat [...]
Known by many as ‘rats with wings’, pigeons are one of the most unloved birds around. While some of us simply don’t like their presence because of their reputation for being dirty, others have a genuine phobia of them (peristerophobia). Do pigeons really deserve their bad reputation however? They carry more diseases than rats Did [...]
There’s good news and bad news about rodents during the winter months. The good news is that as the temperature starts to cool, it signifies the end of their breeding season. The bad news however, is that as the colder air draws in and food supplies dry up, rodents will do anything they can to [...]
Picture yourself in a tropical beach resort and although unpleasant, it may not be surprising to come across a cockroach or two. Seeing one in your home or business in the middle of winter in the UK can be somewhat of a shock however. Believe it or not, this isn’t all that uncommon and cockroaches [...]
With Autumn upon us, it’s that time of year when pests start making their way out of the cold and into our nice, warm homes. Which unwanted visitors are we likely to see lurking around our homes as we transition into winter and what are the signs you should be looking out for? Below we [...]
You may think that you’re safe from rodents during the winter months but sadly, this isn’t the case. Just like humans, rats and mice seek warmth and shelter as the temperature drops which means that they’re actually more likely to make their way into your home at this time of year. The good news is [...]
Although cockroach infestations aren’t as common as they are in some countries, the UK is home to three common cockroach species. In the right conditions, cockroaches can make their way into homes, restaurants and commercial and industrial premises. Often associated with dirty places, this isn’t necessarily the case. Yes, dirt equals food and plenty of [...]
From burning them down and hitting them with a baseball bat to throwing water on them, there are plenty of ways to destroy a wasp nest according to Google. Please take it from the experts, these are all terrible ideas. Not only is setting fire to anything incredibly dangerous, wasps are naturally aggressive creatures and [...]
