Pigeons are a familiar sight in most towns and cities and as a result, the majority of us can quickly recognise the distinctive cooing sound they make. While some of us find the constant coo quite relaxing, others find it rather irritating – this may especially be the case if you have pigeons nesting outside [...]
We may be accustomed to seeing bugs in the great outdoors, but we certainly don’t want them in our homes or work premises. Unfortunately however, because we’re well and truly into spring by the time April comes around, we’re far more likely to see insects both inside and outside. Below we’ve highlighted the bugs you’re [...]
It’s getting warmer, the days are longer and brighter and flowers are starting to bloom once again. It’s official, spring is here! Unfortunately, we’re not the only ones looking forward to the seasons changing however. Spring is the time of year we start to see an increase in the different types and numbers of pests. [...]
When spring arrives, we’re not the only ones who enjoy getting out and about. You’ve no doubt noticed that at this time of year, you’re likely to start noticing bugs around the home. There are a number of reasons for this. The first and most obvious is that we’re more likely to leave windows and [...]
Whether it’s rats, mice, cockroaches, flies, beetles or ants, nobody wants the horrible task of dealing with pests. As unpleasant as it may be to face up to the situation, pest infestations should be dealt with as soon as possible. If ignored, the problem can spread quickly causing structural damage to your home or office, [...]
A pest is classed as an animal which could be harmful to humans. They may for example damage crops, livestock or forestry, cause a nuisance by invading homes and work spaces or cause illness by spreading disease. There are four different types of pests – rodents, insects, birds and wildlife. Below we discuss a little [...]
There are many theories surrounding mole prevention. While some are highly effective, others (such as putting down moth balls) are dangerous because they’re toxic to other wildlife. In this blog, we answer the common question, ‘do coffee grounds keep moles away?’ Coffee grounds give off a strong odour which instantly repels moles. You can simply [...]
Although a hungry or threatened rat certainly can be brazen, on the whole, these pests will do everything they can to avoid contact with humans. We are after all a predator and rats are fairly intelligent so they know to take steps to avoid us. Combined with the fact that rodents are naturally more active [...]
Unfortunately, rodents are a common problem all year round. You may be more likely to notice them in winter compared to summer however. This isn’t because there are more of them in January and February, it’s simply because they’re more likely to make their way indoors at this time of year. Why are rodents a [...]
People often think that pests are less of a problem during the winter months. While we’re unlikely to see wasps flying around or ants crawling over our food, pests are still an issue at this time of year for a number of reasons. Firstly, there are several troublesome creatures which are still active during the [...]
