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 [...]
While many of us love to see squirrels running around while we’re out and about, we’re not so keen on them loitering around our properties. There’s very good reason for this too. If they manage to gain access to your roof (which is pretty easy for them as they can climb), they can wreak all [...]
The one great thing about winter is that you don’t have to worry about wasps flying around all the time. Where exactly do wasps go during the colder months, however? The vast majority of wasps die off during the winter months. This is partially to do with the colder temperatures but mainly because there are [...]
Landlords naturally want to ensure that tenants are taking good care of their property. While inspections are a common term of renting, these normally consist of a quick check to ensure everything is in good working order. Do you or your property management company ever check for the signs of a pest infestation however? This [...]
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 [...]
