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Rats

Rats cause damage and can transmit diseases. They can be persistent and if they gain access to your home or business can contaminate food and cause nuisance. Prompt action is needed to ensure the problem is treated effectively and efficiently.

Identification

Rats are active at night although they can be seen during the day if population is high. Common evidence of a rat infestation are:

• rat droppings and smear marks
• noises in walls cavity, ceilings and under floors
• rat burrows, Holes in floors, doors etc
• rat nests and gnawed cables and pipes
• footprints in dust or undisturbed areas

Treatment

If you've got a pest problem in your home or garden, our team of BPCA certified pest control technicians can offer advice and provide fast, effective treatments.

Book an appointment for a PCO to visit at a time that suits you, Monday to Friday between 8am to 4pm.

Our certified and trained PCO will inspect your property for evidence of pests and carry out effective treatment safely and efficiently.

Our PCO will make follow-up visits as required for specific pests until the problem is resolved.

Prevention

There are various ways of controlling rats in which the most important concept is to eliminate the source of water, food and shelter.

However, rat infestations may still occur, and may require to rodent proof your premises. The pest control officer will survey your property and advice on pest proofing and hygiene.

Mice

Mice can spread disease and create health risks particularly in kitchens or where children might play. They can also cause damage to your property, furnishings and equipment. We can provide treatment and advice for preventative measures in proofing your property against pests.

Checking for common signs of mice will help to identify a problem early, ensuring that quick and effective treatment can be carried out.

Identification

• droppings (small and dark about the size of a grain of rice)
• noise often at night between partition walls, under floorboards, in false ceilings, basements and lofts.
• nesting material from shredded paper and soft material
• smear marks and gnawed food packaging
• spotting a live mouse specifically in food prep area

Treatment

If you've got a pest problem in your home or garden, our team of BPCA certified pest control technicians can offer advice and provide fast, effective treatments.

Book an appointment for a PCO to visit at a time that suits you, Monday to Friday between 8am to 4pm.

Our certified and trained PCO will inspect your property for evidence of pests and carry out effective treatment safely and efficiently.

Our PCO will make follow-up visits as required for specific pests until the problem is resolved.

Prevention

There are various ways of controlling mice in which the most important concept is to eliminate the source of water, food and shelter.

However, mice infestations may still occur, and may require rodent proof your premises. The pest control officer will survey your property and advice on pest proofing and hygiene.

Bedbugs

This common pest once associated with unhygienic surroundings is prevalent due to a number of reasons, including increased travel, the use of second-hand furniture, and suspected tolerance to some pesticides.

These bugs still occur with regularity, particularly in multi-occupancy buildings with rapid resident turnover, for example, hostels, hotels, holiday camps and blocks of flats.

Identification

• bites that appear on body
• small dark blood spotting on bedding
• in heavy infestations a sweet smell and live sighting is common

Treatment

If you've got a pest problem in your home or garden, our team of BPCA certified pest control technicians can offer advice and provide fast, effective treatments.

Book an appointment for a PCO to visit at a time that suits you, Monday to Friday between 8am to 4pm.

Our certified and trained PCO will inspect your property for evidence of pests and carry out effective treatment safely and efficiently.

Our PCO will make follow-up visits as required for specific pests until the problem is resolved.

Prevention

There are various ways of controlling bedbugs in which the most important concept is to check for bed, mattresses and used furniture and luggage before moving into property.

However, bedbug infestations may still occur, and may require bedbug treatment to your premises. The pest control officer will survey your property and advice on pest recommendations such as disposal of infested items and laundry bed sheets and curtains.

Other pests

Our certified and trained PCOs can also offer advice and treatment for the following pest species:

Cockroaches

Known carrier of diseases and can cause nuisance and distress to business premises.

Ants

Due to their size they can penetrate packaging and therefore contaminate food produce.

Fleas

They can cause discomfort from bites, prevailing in office and residential environment.

Wasp

Can cause inconvenience from bites and stings including serious risks to those with hypersensitive allergies.

Beetle

There are variety of beetles who’s presence cause damage and contamination to stock.

Moths

The larval stage are the most detractive, with different varieties causing contamination to stock, natural fibres and food produce.

Flies

Pose a health risk due to the spread of disease and nuisance caused by infestation.

Pigeons

They are nuisance due to their nesting behaviour, and at certain circumstances pose a health, safety and hygiene risk.

Squirrels

Can cause inconvenience and damage due to their destructive nature and territorial habits.

 

Treatment

If you've got a pest problem in your home or garden, our team of BPCA certified pest control technicians can offer advice and provide fast, effective treatments.

Book an appointment for a PCO to visit at a time that suits you, Monday to Friday between 8am to 4pm.

Our certified and trained PCO will inspect your property for evidence of pests and carry out effective treatment safely and efficiently.

Our PCO will make follow-up visits as required for specific pests until the problem is resolved.