Providing pest control services in Berkshire, Buckinghamshire, Essex, Hampshire, Hertfordshire, Kent, London, Middlesex, Northamptonshire, Oxfordshire, Surrey, West Midlands, West Sussex, Wiltshire. Est. 1985.
Pest Control for Gardens and Allotments As the weather gets warmer, many of us are turning to tend gardens and allotments. Gardening has many health benefits from reducing stress to improving your physical fitness. Pest control for gardens and allotments is important to protect plants and the condition of the growing space. We provide one-off treatments …
Pest Prevention Spring Cleaning Tips The arrival of warm weather brings with it the desire to tackle home improvements and general upkeep. Take advantage of this and maintain a healthy living environment for your family and, as a result, prevent pests from infesting your home this spring. As part of your spring cleaning, we recommend …
Insects that bite Have you come across an unexplained red, sore or itchy lump on your body? This may be a bite from one of a small number or insects found in the UK. Insects that bite include Fleas, Bedbugs and Mites. Below will be a description of each and how we treat them. Fleas …
Easter and Bank Holiday Opening Hours PESTUK work 7 days of the week and our phone lines are answered by a person and never by a machine 24 hours a day. Many pest control companies do not work weekends or bank holidays, however we do. PESTUK Easter and bank holiday opening hours are as follows- Bank …
What are silverfish and how do you get rid of them? We are often asked what are silverfish and how do you get rid of them? Silverfish are cigar-shaped, silvery grey wingless insect around 1 cm long. They are found in damp areas commonly in kitchens and bathrooms. They are nocturnal in their habits, they …
Top 5 April Pests As April and Spring are approaching us more calls are made to us at PESTUK. People are going out into their gardens again and the days last longer so people are outside more and more as the weather improves. The top 5 April pests are as follows- Ants The worker ants …
What are ‘pantry pests’ and why do you get them? Pantry pests, also known as “Stored Product Pests”, are a group of insects with an appetite for dried and processed food products that are stored in homes and restaurants. Products that can be infected will include: flours, cereal, dry pasta, dry pet food, powdered milk, …
How do pigeons spread diseases? The problems that nesting birds cause include smells, a build-up of droppings which can block gutters and drains, noise and general nuisance. They are also possible of causing health problems. Pigeons spread diseases via their droppings. These diseases can include- psittacosis which is a flu-like disease, also known as parrot …
Bedbugs in hotels Bedbugs in hotels are a common problem throughout the year. More so at times of high seasonal activity. Customers can suffer from painful bites on exposed skin during the night. This can lead to complaints and loss of business for hotel companies and owners of smaller hotels. What are bedbugs? Bed bugs …
Top 5 March Pests PESTUK deals with many pests throughout the month. The majority of work is still rodent-related, including rats, mice and squirrels. However, the top 5 March pests are- Rats Rats carry diseases, they can start fires and cause other damage by chewing through cables. They kill other wildlife and an infestation will …
PESTUK work weekends Many pest control companies across the country do not work weekends or a limited number of hours. Some companies/ individuals do not even work full hours during the week. PEST UK work weekends and from 8am to 6pm in winter and 8am to 7pm summer months. PESTUK was established in 1985 by …
Can bugs survive the winter? Now Winter is seemingly behind us, there’s one question on a lot of our minds. Can bugs survive the Winter? The answer is yes, however there are a number of ways that they do so. Some will have laid eggs that will hatch once the temperatures increase enough for them. …
Ants in March This is the time of year when ants become noticeable and we will begin receiving calls from customers asking for help. Worker ants will enter dwellings foraging for food, in particular sweet substances. While ants are not a risk to human health, they can be present in large numbers to be a nuisance. …
How to get rid of clothes moths Finding strange holes in your clothes and/or your carpets? This is damage caused by clothes moths or carpet moths. If not treated properly or straight away their numbers can increase and cause more damage. One of the most commonly asked questions we see this time of year is …
What pests to expect in Spring As temperatures begin to rise and flowers begin to flourish and bloom again, pests become more active as well. Below PEST UK give you a list of what pests to expect in Spring and how we can deal with them for you. Ants Worker ants frequently enter homes foraging …
Fogging lofts for wasps A spot of spring cleaning or a mysterious random wasp in a room of the house could lead to the discovery of wasps at your home. Especially in the early spring. Fogging lofts for wasps can often times be the best solution at this time of year where a large nest …
Queen Wasps As spring approaches the new Queen wasps now begin to emerge from their over wintering nests in search of a site to build their own colony nest. Wasps are classified as members of the order Hymenoptera. This means “membraneous wings”; all stinging insects belong to this group. In the UK, we mainly get common …
Cluster Flies in Spring Cluster Flies in Spring are dark grey flies about 8mm long with yellowish hairs on their backs with overlapping wings. In autumn they will congregate in large numbers in upper rooms or roof spaces of houses to hibernate. They then reemerge in Spring to look for egg laying sites outside. They are …
Is Pest Control Necessary in the Winter? Is pest control necessary in the winter? The answer is a very resounding yes. With the nights long and dark, temperatures are low or freezing. Surely insects and rodents have all died off and won’t be a bother? Sadly this is not the case. Rats, mice and squirrels …
Why Would a Restaurant Have Cockroaches? Nothing can ruin your appetite quicker than spotting a cockroach on the floor of a restaurant or takeaway that you have just walked into. To see them on a night out with friends or loved ones is bad news for yourself, the manager and the owner of the restaurant …
February Pests Some pests prefer warmer summer months, while others thrive in colder weather. It is important to be aware of what pests can invade your residential or commercial property throughout the year. There are many pests that can cause damage and distress in February. The most common February pests being the following- 1. Rats …
Are All Insects Pests? A commonly asked question by some of our customers. Not all insects are pests, some are beneficial. These helpful insects include- bees and other pollinators of flowers and crops, ladybirds and beetles eat aphids and other insects that feed on and damage plants. Of those that are considered pests PEST UK …
It is unlikely that you will be seeing mosquitos at this time of year, it will most likely be a gnat. Mosquitos can survive till the next warm season though. So, how do mosquitos survive the winter? Differences between gnats and mosquitos Gnats have transparent wings and long legs like a mosquito. They will swarm …
Cockroaches are distinguished by their long whip-like antennae, flat oval bodies and rapid, jerky walk. Adult German Cockroaches are light yellowy/brown and range in size from 10 to 15mm long. The Oriental Cockroach is a dark brown/black and is 20 to 24mm long. Nymphs, the immature stages of development look exactly the same as the …
January is typically a slow month for pest control. Insect problems are not as prevalent, except for bedbugs which are not a seasonal pest. The most common pests in January are rodents, such as rats, mice and also squirrels. They will be heard or seen entering lofts or gardens looking for nesting areas and for …
A large number of rodent treatments we conduct are for flats, semi detached and terraced houses. With these jobs just baiting is not often enough to deal with the problem and re-infestation is likely to occur. Proofing for rats & mice is a service provided by PESTUK, our technicians are fully trained and some have …
Many shops and restaurants have need of a pest control contract. With this new year ahead there is no better time to book for a free quotation for a contract. Depending on your business it can be a lawful requirement to have a pest control contract in place. The benefits of a contract with PEST …
In the cold and short days of winter you may rarely see a fly in your home or outside. We may not always notice them but the majority stay active all year round. If the day is warm enough some may become more obvious and visible. This often leads to the question- Where do flies …
Winter Pests Here at PEST UK we deal with mice, rats and squirrels more so in the colder months. This is because the rodents are trying somewhere warm to make a nest to survive the cold weather. Other pests such as cockroaches as well as fleas and bedbugs are also treated at this time of …
How to get rid of Fleas PESTUK customers suffering from fleas often ask us how to get rid of fleas. If you are experiencing bites concentrated on the lower leg area this is a good indication that it is fleas. These bites can occur on other parts of the body, especially on children as they …
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