Pest control experts are warning members of the public against taking a DIY-approach to intruders in their roof spaces.
Pest control products are becoming easier to obtain, from DIY stores, garden centres and the Internet, so it is understandable for people to assume that it is easy for them to do it themselves.
The UK’s biggest trade association for pest controllers, the NPTA is concerned that an increased number of homeowners or tenants attempting to eradicate pest problems themselves, rather than calling a professional, are exposing themselves to personal dangers and the possibility of breaking the Law.
For example:
• Roof spaces are often difficult and dangerous places to access and investigate.
• Some pests, when approached, can become aggressive and extremely dangerous within such confined spaces.
• There are many Laws controlling when and how pests can be treated.
• It is very easy to inadvertently break these Laws and that could lead to substantial fines.
• Professionals are often not as expensive as people think and will get the job done safely, efficiently and legally.
The NPTA have produced the following advice for members of the public:
Things That Go Bump In the Night – Pest Control in Your Roof Space
Quite frequently householders don’t realise that they have uninvited ‘guests’ in their homes until they get woken up one night to hear things moving about in their roof spaces. This quiet, undisturbed part of the house is very often where a variety of pests are to be found.
Rats, mice and squirrels will not only keep you awake at night, they will happily chew wood, plastic pipes and wires which could have disastrous consequences. Wasps and bees often use roof spaces and chimneys to build their nests and cluster flies will return year after year to hibernate in their hundreds, sometimes thousands, in favoured properties.
A new pest to the UK, the Harlequin Ladybird has also taken to hibernating in large numbers in lofts. Given the opportunity, some birds will also make their nests beneath your roof and a surprisingly large number of houses will have bats taking up residence at certain times of the year.
So, what do you do about your unexpected guests?
Roof spaces are potentially dangerous places.
Firstly, you need to find out what you’ve got – but a word of warning. Roof spaces are usually unpleasant and dangerous places to work in. Unless they have been fitted with retractable ladders and have been boarded out, they are often difficult and dangerous to access and investigate. Coming face to face with an angry squirrel or a swarm of wasps, in the dark, whilst balancing on rafters on all fours, is not to be recommended.
Secondly, you then need to decide what to do once you’ve identified the intruder – without breaking the Law. The UK has some of the oldest and most comprehensive Laws protecting wildlife of anywhere in the world.
Even pests have legal protection.
Let’s take squirrels for example. You cannot simply throw some rat poison in and hope for the best as it is illegal to use rat or mouse poison against squirrels. In fact, no poison available to the Public is approved for use against these animals. Not that poisoning would be such a good idea, as they have a tendency to die in inaccessible places, which can render a property uninhabitable whilst it decays.
You can buy live-catch traps in some garden centres, but if you get lucky and catch one, what do you do with it then? As the grey squirrel is classed as an ‘alien invasive species’, it is illegal to release them into the wild. Once caught, they have to be despatched humanely and drowning them in a water butt is not considered humane. This is not explained on the instructions for use that come with the trap when you buy it though, is it? We would not recommend ‘Doing It Yourself’ with this particular species.
All birds in the UK, their nests and eggs, are protected by Law – even when they become a pest. A small number of species can be controlled, but only in certain ways and for particular reasons. Being a nuisance to you in your house is not a suitable reason.
What do you do then?
All bats are protected by Law. It is even an offence to disturb a bat roost, with a potential fine of £5,000 per bat. Some roosts can contain several dozen individuals, so that could be an expensive mistake to make. Fortunately bats do no harm at all, unless they are present in very large numbers, which is very rare.
Of course, if bats are present, treating the roof space for any pest then becomes a no-no, unless you get permission from the appropriate authorities, but would you know how to go about getting this? Would you even know if you had bats?
Deal with the problem quickly, safely and effectively – call out a professional.
Professional pest controllers spend a lot of time, effort and money in becoming properly trained to deal with all these problems to give their customers safe and effective pest control services.
This training is checked by the National Pest Technicians Association (NPTA) before allowing companies or individuals to join. The NPTA also check that their Members are properly insured for the work they carry out. This is particularly important when working in roof spaces. An uninsured tradesman that is injured on your property could end up suing you.
The elite members of the Association, their ‘Accredited Members’, are also audited regularly to make sure they are operating to the highest industry standards.
With over 900 Members throughout the UK, the NPTA can help you find a professional pest controller near you to ensure a solution to your uninvited ‘guests’.
They could also save you time and money in the long run compared to Doing It Yourself.
Pest Control is harder than you think.
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Monday, 11 February 2013
Monday, 4 February 2013
Pest Control - Harder Than You Think
Pest control experts are warning members of the public against taking a DIY-approach to rodent control.
Widespread council cost-cutting means many local authorities are now charging for services which were previously free.
With the credit crunch continuing to bite, the UK’s biggest trade association for pest controllers, the NPTA, has reported an increased number of cases where homeowners or tenants attempt to eradicate their rat or mice problems themselves rather than calling a professional.
However, the public are being warned against taking such action for various reasons.
For example:
• Many rats and mice are already resistant to commonly-used poison baits, so people buying them would be wasting their money.
• Rats and mice are clever creatures and naturally suspicious, so tend to quickly avoid many traps.
• Poisons will sometimes kill more birds and general wildlife than pests due to members of the public failing to follow product instructions.
• Professionals are often not as expensive as people think and will get the job done professionally, safely and efficiently.
The NPTA have produced the following advice for members of the public:
Pest Control – It’s Harder Than You Think
With austerity cuts in Local Authorities really starting to bite, one of the services that most have offered, that of rodent control, is being hit badly. Some have started to charge for what has traditionally been a free service, whilst others are opting out altogether simply advising the Public to get in a private company. Not surprisingly, when faced with this unexpected cost, many people turn to DIY. After all, whacking down a few baits or traps can’t be that hard....can it?
In fact, as anyone training to become a professional pest controller quickly finds out, there’s a great deal more to controlling rats and mice than this.
“They won’t eat the bait or go near my traps!”
Rats are notoriously suspicious about any new objects placed in their environment, even new food sources. The technical term is ‘neophobia’ and it may take days, even weeks before a rat will try out your bait or fall into your trap. In the meantime they could be gnawing through your electric wiring, water pipes or simply contaminating your stored food. And do you really want to share your property with these animals?
Mice are less suspicious, but can be incredibly fussy about what they will eat. You may have to go through several types of bait before you find one they’ll take. The correct placement of traps also takes some skill and experience to get results and you are unlikely to get all of them using traps alone. They too can cause considerable physical damage to your property in the meantime and carry more diseases transmissible to humans than most people realise. They may look cute, but the reality is different.
And don’t get me started about all the electronic repellers that are about. Professional pest controllers don’t use them for very good reasons....let’s leave it at that.
“I just seem to be feeding them with this bait!”
In some cases, that may very well be the case. Rats and mice are becoming increasingly resistant to the poisons that are available. There are parts of the country, particularly in central-southern England, where rats can no longer be controlled using the poisons you can buy off the shelves of DIY stores. You will simply be feeding these so-called ‘Super Rats’.
Mice too are increasingly difficult to control with certain poisons. But recognising that you have a problem and knowing what to do about it takes skill and experience.
“I don’t seem to be getting so many birds in the garden now – have the rats chased them off?”
No – more likely you’ve poisoned them. Pest controllers regularly report instances where people have not bothered to read the instructions on the bait they use and simply scatter it around where they last saw the rodents, often in areas which can be accessed by all sorts of ‘non-target animals’, such as cats, dogs, hedgehogs, birds – even small children.
The reality is that rat and mouse poisons can cause serious harm, even death, to all warm-blooded creatures that eat them. Fortunately there is a very effective antidote that can be administered by vets or doctors for most of these products. But what about those wild birds that simply disappear?
Deal with the problem quickly, safely and effectively – call out a professional.
Professional pest controllers spend a lot of time, effort and money in becoming properly trained to deal with all these problems to give their customers safe and effective pest control services.
This training is checked by the National Pest Technicians Association (NPTA) before allowing companies or individuals to join. The NPTA also check that their Members are properly insured for the work they carry out. Remember that an uninsured tradesman that is injured on your property could end up suing you.
The elite members of the Association, their ‘Accredited Members’, are also audited regularly to make sure they are operating to the highest industry standards.
With over 900 Members throughout the UK, the NPTA can help you find a professional pest controller near you to ensure a solution to your rodent problems.
They could also save you time and money in the long run compared to Doing It Yourself.
The National Pest Technicians Association can be contacted at 01773 717716 or by email office@npta.org.uk
Pest Control Ipswich - Click here to view our main website.
Widespread council cost-cutting means many local authorities are now charging for services which were previously free.
With the credit crunch continuing to bite, the UK’s biggest trade association for pest controllers, the NPTA, has reported an increased number of cases where homeowners or tenants attempt to eradicate their rat or mice problems themselves rather than calling a professional.
However, the public are being warned against taking such action for various reasons.
For example:
• Many rats and mice are already resistant to commonly-used poison baits, so people buying them would be wasting their money.
• Rats and mice are clever creatures and naturally suspicious, so tend to quickly avoid many traps.
• Poisons will sometimes kill more birds and general wildlife than pests due to members of the public failing to follow product instructions.
• Professionals are often not as expensive as people think and will get the job done professionally, safely and efficiently.
The NPTA have produced the following advice for members of the public:
Pest Control – It’s Harder Than You Think
With austerity cuts in Local Authorities really starting to bite, one of the services that most have offered, that of rodent control, is being hit badly. Some have started to charge for what has traditionally been a free service, whilst others are opting out altogether simply advising the Public to get in a private company. Not surprisingly, when faced with this unexpected cost, many people turn to DIY. After all, whacking down a few baits or traps can’t be that hard....can it?
In fact, as anyone training to become a professional pest controller quickly finds out, there’s a great deal more to controlling rats and mice than this.
“They won’t eat the bait or go near my traps!”
Rats are notoriously suspicious about any new objects placed in their environment, even new food sources. The technical term is ‘neophobia’ and it may take days, even weeks before a rat will try out your bait or fall into your trap. In the meantime they could be gnawing through your electric wiring, water pipes or simply contaminating your stored food. And do you really want to share your property with these animals?
Mice are less suspicious, but can be incredibly fussy about what they will eat. You may have to go through several types of bait before you find one they’ll take. The correct placement of traps also takes some skill and experience to get results and you are unlikely to get all of them using traps alone. They too can cause considerable physical damage to your property in the meantime and carry more diseases transmissible to humans than most people realise. They may look cute, but the reality is different.
And don’t get me started about all the electronic repellers that are about. Professional pest controllers don’t use them for very good reasons....let’s leave it at that.
“I just seem to be feeding them with this bait!”
In some cases, that may very well be the case. Rats and mice are becoming increasingly resistant to the poisons that are available. There are parts of the country, particularly in central-southern England, where rats can no longer be controlled using the poisons you can buy off the shelves of DIY stores. You will simply be feeding these so-called ‘Super Rats’.
Mice too are increasingly difficult to control with certain poisons. But recognising that you have a problem and knowing what to do about it takes skill and experience.
“I don’t seem to be getting so many birds in the garden now – have the rats chased them off?”
No – more likely you’ve poisoned them. Pest controllers regularly report instances where people have not bothered to read the instructions on the bait they use and simply scatter it around where they last saw the rodents, often in areas which can be accessed by all sorts of ‘non-target animals’, such as cats, dogs, hedgehogs, birds – even small children.
The reality is that rat and mouse poisons can cause serious harm, even death, to all warm-blooded creatures that eat them. Fortunately there is a very effective antidote that can be administered by vets or doctors for most of these products. But what about those wild birds that simply disappear?
Deal with the problem quickly, safely and effectively – call out a professional.
Professional pest controllers spend a lot of time, effort and money in becoming properly trained to deal with all these problems to give their customers safe and effective pest control services.
This training is checked by the National Pest Technicians Association (NPTA) before allowing companies or individuals to join. The NPTA also check that their Members are properly insured for the work they carry out. Remember that an uninsured tradesman that is injured on your property could end up suing you.
The elite members of the Association, their ‘Accredited Members’, are also audited regularly to make sure they are operating to the highest industry standards.
With over 900 Members throughout the UK, the NPTA can help you find a professional pest controller near you to ensure a solution to your rodent problems.
They could also save you time and money in the long run compared to Doing It Yourself.
The National Pest Technicians Association can be contacted at 01773 717716 or by email office@npta.org.uk
Pest Control Ipswich - Click here to view our main website.
Wednesday, 30 January 2013
Farmers - The Never-ending Battle Against Rodents
Pest control experts are warning farmers against taking a DIY-approach to rodent control.
Farmers have traditionally conducted rodent treatments themselves, but controlling these pests is becoming increasingly difficult and complex.
The UK’s biggest trade association for pest controllers, the NPTA points out that the legal requirements affecting using rodenticides are currently being changed and resistance to current products is growing throughout the country. This leaves farmers in a very vulnerable position.
For example:
• With changes due in the labelling of rodenticides, anyone involved with rodent control will need to be aware of new requirements.
• Resistance in both rats and mice to anticoagulant baits is growing rapidly throughout the country.
• There are some parts of the UK where it is now virtually impossible to control rats with poisons, requiring alternative methods to be used.
• All ‘professional users’ need to keep up with the rapidly-changing biological and legislative environment.
• Professional pest controllers are often not as expensive as farmers think and will get the job done safely, efficiently and effectively, leaving farmers to concentrate on their businesses.
The NPTA have produced the following advice for farmers:
The Never-Ending Battle Against Rodents
Whether you like it or not, every farmer has to invest time and money in keeping their properties as free from rodents as possible. It is a never-ending battle and a never-ending drain on resources. But failure to keep up the fight will inevitably mean the destruction of produce, property and profits.
One of the first decisions to make is whether to use the services of a specialist pest controller or to Do-it-Yourself. In times of economic strain, the second option is superficially very attractive, as it appears to be the cheaper option. However, there is a great deal more to rodent control than just throwing a bit of bait about and getting it wrong could be very costly.
The key to effective rodent control, if you are going to do it yourself, is to be properly trained. Whilst this is a concept that is well accepted with the application of plant protection pesticides, sadly the same is not true when applying rodenticides. To be regarded as a ‘professional user’ of rodenticides all that is required is that you use these products in the course of your work and that you have “received appropriate information, instruction and training”. Our experience is that many so-called ‘Professional Users’, where rodent control is a peripheral part of their work, are very poorly trained.
In the Legislation there is no indication of what is ‘appropriate’, nor is there a suggestion of what is an acceptable standard. There is no requirement for ‘continuous professional development’ (CPD) to show that you have kept up with the rapidly–changing environment, both legal and biological, affecting rodent control, unlike other areas of pesticide use. The result is a lot of very ineffective and potentially dangerous rodent control work being carried, with the environment suffering as a result.
If you have not received proper training in rodent control, you will have no idea about the implications behind the phrases that appear on the product labels and are therefore more likely to make mistakes in treatment. That might lead to poor levels of control, but also to possible prosecution.
The mainstay of rodent control is the use of anti-coagulant rodenticides and these were almost banned recently throughout the EU as the full risks that they pose to the environment have become better understood. It was only because there are no viable alternatives at present that they were, grudgingly, allowed to continue to be used, but it was a very close run thing. They are very much under review as a result.
If any bird of prey, or indeed any animal, is found dead with no apparent injuries and poisoning is suspected, a ‘Wildlife Incident Investigation’ is quite likely to be started, which could involve a visit to any properties nearby where rodenticides are being used. If they find that you have not been using them properly, you could be charged, as one pest controller found to his cost not long ago. Where you bait, how much you use, how long you leave it in place and even how well you document its use will all be scrutinised and if found wanting, you might end up in Court for ‘failing to take all reasonable precautions’ to prevent damage to the environment.
The product labels will be changing significantly over the next few years and as a professional user, you will need to be aware of these changes. Where will you get this information, particularly with regard to the significance of each change?
Resistance, in both rats and mice, to many of the most commonly-used products, is also growing rapidly, with large areas of the country almost complete ‘no-go’ areas for rodenticide use. Would you know where these areas are, or how to get your rats tested to see if they are resistant? Would you know what your options for rodent control are then?
In some of the worst-affected areas, pest controllers are having to turn back to more traditional methods, such as traps, snares and using specially-trained dogs. Do you have those skills?
In short, rodent control, which was for years simply a question of putting bait around the place, is rapidly becoming a much more fraught and complex issue. It may now be the time for getting professional expertise on board to help you. Why not focus your time and effort on doing what you do best and getting a professional pest controller in to do what they do best?
The question now is how do you choose an appropriate professional?
The National Pest Technicians Association (NPTA) has the largest number of independent Members throughout the country. Membership requires that technicians are properly trained and insured.
An elite part of the Membership, the ‘Accredited Members’ are also audited regularly to make sure they are working to Industry Best Practices.
Having a professional, with a local reputation to maintain, that you can rely on to help you in this increasingly complex issue, could well turn out to be the most cost-effective approach to the problem of rodent control on your farm.
The National Pest Technicians Association can be contacted at tel. no: 01773 717 716; e-mail: office@npta.org.uk; web site: www.npta.org.uk
Pest Control Ipswich - Click here to view our main website
Farmers have traditionally conducted rodent treatments themselves, but controlling these pests is becoming increasingly difficult and complex.
The UK’s biggest trade association for pest controllers, the NPTA points out that the legal requirements affecting using rodenticides are currently being changed and resistance to current products is growing throughout the country. This leaves farmers in a very vulnerable position.
For example:
• With changes due in the labelling of rodenticides, anyone involved with rodent control will need to be aware of new requirements.
• Resistance in both rats and mice to anticoagulant baits is growing rapidly throughout the country.
• There are some parts of the UK where it is now virtually impossible to control rats with poisons, requiring alternative methods to be used.
• All ‘professional users’ need to keep up with the rapidly-changing biological and legislative environment.
• Professional pest controllers are often not as expensive as farmers think and will get the job done safely, efficiently and effectively, leaving farmers to concentrate on their businesses.
The NPTA have produced the following advice for farmers:
The Never-Ending Battle Against Rodents
Whether you like it or not, every farmer has to invest time and money in keeping their properties as free from rodents as possible. It is a never-ending battle and a never-ending drain on resources. But failure to keep up the fight will inevitably mean the destruction of produce, property and profits.
One of the first decisions to make is whether to use the services of a specialist pest controller or to Do-it-Yourself. In times of economic strain, the second option is superficially very attractive, as it appears to be the cheaper option. However, there is a great deal more to rodent control than just throwing a bit of bait about and getting it wrong could be very costly.
The key to effective rodent control, if you are going to do it yourself, is to be properly trained. Whilst this is a concept that is well accepted with the application of plant protection pesticides, sadly the same is not true when applying rodenticides. To be regarded as a ‘professional user’ of rodenticides all that is required is that you use these products in the course of your work and that you have “received appropriate information, instruction and training”. Our experience is that many so-called ‘Professional Users’, where rodent control is a peripheral part of their work, are very poorly trained.
In the Legislation there is no indication of what is ‘appropriate’, nor is there a suggestion of what is an acceptable standard. There is no requirement for ‘continuous professional development’ (CPD) to show that you have kept up with the rapidly–changing environment, both legal and biological, affecting rodent control, unlike other areas of pesticide use. The result is a lot of very ineffective and potentially dangerous rodent control work being carried, with the environment suffering as a result.
If you have not received proper training in rodent control, you will have no idea about the implications behind the phrases that appear on the product labels and are therefore more likely to make mistakes in treatment. That might lead to poor levels of control, but also to possible prosecution.
The mainstay of rodent control is the use of anti-coagulant rodenticides and these were almost banned recently throughout the EU as the full risks that they pose to the environment have become better understood. It was only because there are no viable alternatives at present that they were, grudgingly, allowed to continue to be used, but it was a very close run thing. They are very much under review as a result.
If any bird of prey, or indeed any animal, is found dead with no apparent injuries and poisoning is suspected, a ‘Wildlife Incident Investigation’ is quite likely to be started, which could involve a visit to any properties nearby where rodenticides are being used. If they find that you have not been using them properly, you could be charged, as one pest controller found to his cost not long ago. Where you bait, how much you use, how long you leave it in place and even how well you document its use will all be scrutinised and if found wanting, you might end up in Court for ‘failing to take all reasonable precautions’ to prevent damage to the environment.
The product labels will be changing significantly over the next few years and as a professional user, you will need to be aware of these changes. Where will you get this information, particularly with regard to the significance of each change?
Resistance, in both rats and mice, to many of the most commonly-used products, is also growing rapidly, with large areas of the country almost complete ‘no-go’ areas for rodenticide use. Would you know where these areas are, or how to get your rats tested to see if they are resistant? Would you know what your options for rodent control are then?
In some of the worst-affected areas, pest controllers are having to turn back to more traditional methods, such as traps, snares and using specially-trained dogs. Do you have those skills?
In short, rodent control, which was for years simply a question of putting bait around the place, is rapidly becoming a much more fraught and complex issue. It may now be the time for getting professional expertise on board to help you. Why not focus your time and effort on doing what you do best and getting a professional pest controller in to do what they do best?
The question now is how do you choose an appropriate professional?
The National Pest Technicians Association (NPTA) has the largest number of independent Members throughout the country. Membership requires that technicians are properly trained and insured.
An elite part of the Membership, the ‘Accredited Members’ are also audited regularly to make sure they are working to Industry Best Practices.
Having a professional, with a local reputation to maintain, that you can rely on to help you in this increasingly complex issue, could well turn out to be the most cost-effective approach to the problem of rodent control on your farm.
The National Pest Technicians Association can be contacted at tel. no: 01773 717 716; e-mail: office@npta.org.uk; web site: www.npta.org.uk
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Wednesday, 2 January 2013
Commercial Pest Control Ipswich – Common Pests that Affect UK Businesses and Other Organisations
Any industry or organisation in Suffolk and Essex can have a pest outbreak and, if this happens, the consequences can be devastating. That is why, at the first sign of pests on your premises, it is important to call on the services of a commercial pest control company in the Ipswich area who offer swift and effective pest control. Better still is to have pest control contracts in place as this guarantees ongoing pest control monitoring and it takes the worry out of your hands.
Essex and Suffolk Pest Solutions offer competitively priced pest control contracts for businesses and other organisations in Ipswich and the surrounding area. Our pest control contracts include on site visits and recommendations, full reports, risk assessments and free call-outs for pests covered. As experts in commercial pest control, we aim for prompt action - before pests become a problem.
Pest Control – Suffolk and Essex – contact us now for friendly effective assistance.
Here are examples of some of the most common pests for each industry and the impact it has if you don’t tackle the issue head on and call on the services of a commercial pest control company.
1. Farming and Agricultural Organisations
The Most Common Pests – Moles, Rats, Mice and insects in grain stores, such as Moths, Mites and Grain Weevil.
Are these Pests on the Rise? A rise or fall in the population of any these pests depends on nature and there are several contributing factors, including the weather.
Impact on Business – Pests can bring about reductions in crop yields caused by contamination, consumption and/or damage.
How Essex and Suffolk Pest Solutions can help – We believe prevention is the best form of action and offer pest control contracts in the Ipswich area to protect crops and prevent stock wastage in grain stores. We are also able to offer advice on proofing premises and how to keep rodents out.
2. Hotels, Pubs and Restaurants
The Most Common Pests – Mice, Rats, Flies and Fleas. Wasps and Moles in outdoor dining areas. Bed Bugs in Hotels.
Are these Pests on the Rise? Yes, Bed Bugs. Again, the population of many of the pests above is nature/weather dependant so numbers can rise or fall from one year to the next. Moles seem to flourish in wet summers.
Impact on Business – A pest outbreak can potentially damage the reputation of a business. It can be a nuisance to staff and customers, contaminate and damage stock and, at worst, transmit disease. In some cases it can even lead to prosecution and/or the closure of a business on public health grounds. Pests pose a danger to property too. Rodents can gnaw through buildings, especially wooden structures, and chew on electrical wiring.
How Essex and Suffolk Pest Solutions can help - We offer pest control contracts in the Ipswich area for complete peace of mind. This includes a full risk assessment, ongoing monitoring and recommendations. Pest control contracts also prevent downtime during treatment processes (e.g. Bed Bugs).
3. Shops and Supermarkets
The Most Common Pests – Mice, Rats, Cockroaches, Ants, Flies and Pigeons on roofs or ledges.
Are these Pests on the Rise? They are nature dependant, so the pest population can rise or fall from year to year.
Impact on Business – Pests can damage stock through consumption and contamination and they can also spread disease. A building that has been contaminated by pests will impact negatively on a brand and, in the worst case scenario, an infestation can lead to closure by the Environmental Health Agency on public health grounds.
How Essex and Suffolk Pest Solutions can help – We offer discreet commercial pest control in the Ipswich area and can provide unmarked vans on request.
4. Factories and Warehouses
The Most Common Pests – Mice, Rats, Birds (Pigeons and Seagulls in particular).
Are these Pests on the Rise? Again, the population of these pests is dependent on a variety of factors including the weather.
Impact on Business – Again, pests in factories and warehouses can transmit disease and potentially damage the reputation of a business, not to mention close a factory down on public health grounds. They also risk contaminating products down the supply chain, leading to loss of contracts. Another problem is second hand machinery being brought into the building which can create an infestation of rodents and insects.
How Essex and Suffolk Pest Solutions can help – We offer 24 hour pest control call-outs and all work is carried out to strict health and safety guidelines.
5. Tenancy Blocks and Property Management Companies
The Most Common Pests – Mice, Rats, Wasps, Flies, Fleas, Birds (especially Pigeons and Seagulls).
Are these Pests on the Rise? Again, the population rise or fall depends on nature and climate.
Impact on Business – The noise from birds can irritate tenants. Gulls can live a number of years. They can damage property and bird fouling makes a building look unsightly. Gulls are also a problem as, once they start to nest, they can start a colony and will return, year after year. Bird droppings can block gutters and gulleys causing water to enter the building. Their nests attract a variety of insects (including carpet beetles and biting insects) and these can infiltrate and infest buildings.
How Essex and Suffolk Pest Solutions can help. We provide contract solutions and also commercial pest control on an ad-hoc basis including pest proofing, bird control and decontamination.
6. Schools and Public Buildings
The Most Common Pests - Mice, Rats, Moles, Rabbits, Flies, Wasps, and Birds (especially Pigeons).
Are the Pests on the Rise? – Populations vary from year to year.
Impact on Business - Rodents can spread disease, damage a school’s reputation and potentially lead to school closure. They can also gnaw through electrical wiring causing a hazard. Moles and rabbits can damage school playing fields and other outdoor areas and cause injury. Second hand furniture or equipment that is brought into a building can potentially cause an infestation.
How Essex and Suffolk Pest Solutions can help - We provide contract solutions for complete peace of mind which includes free call-outs for pests covered by the contracts. Our workforce has CRB (Criminal Records Bureau) checked staff.
7. Office Blocks
The Most Common Pests – Mice, Rats, Flies, Fleas, Birds (especially Pigeons).
Are the Pests on the Rise? – Depends on a variety of conditions.
Impact on Business – The noise from birds can irritate staff and visitors, not to mention the damage to property that birds can cause. Rats and mice can chew through equipment and wiring, which is potentially dangerous. Any infestation can impact negatively on a business causing damage to reputation.
How Essex and Suffolk Pest Solutions can help – We offer one-off commercial pest control solutions in the Ipswich area, as well as pest control contracts to ensure long term protection of your organisation.
Pest Control – Suffolk and Essex – contact us now for friendly effective assistance.
Essex and Suffolk Pest Solutions offer competitively priced pest control contracts for businesses and other organisations in Ipswich and the surrounding area. Our pest control contracts include on site visits and recommendations, full reports, risk assessments and free call-outs for pests covered. As experts in commercial pest control, we aim for prompt action - before pests become a problem.
Pest Control – Suffolk and Essex – contact us now for friendly effective assistance.
Here are examples of some of the most common pests for each industry and the impact it has if you don’t tackle the issue head on and call on the services of a commercial pest control company.
1. Farming and Agricultural Organisations
The Most Common Pests – Moles, Rats, Mice and insects in grain stores, such as Moths, Mites and Grain Weevil.
Are these Pests on the Rise? A rise or fall in the population of any these pests depends on nature and there are several contributing factors, including the weather.
Impact on Business – Pests can bring about reductions in crop yields caused by contamination, consumption and/or damage.
How Essex and Suffolk Pest Solutions can help – We believe prevention is the best form of action and offer pest control contracts in the Ipswich area to protect crops and prevent stock wastage in grain stores. We are also able to offer advice on proofing premises and how to keep rodents out.
2. Hotels, Pubs and Restaurants
The Most Common Pests – Mice, Rats, Flies and Fleas. Wasps and Moles in outdoor dining areas. Bed Bugs in Hotels.
Are these Pests on the Rise? Yes, Bed Bugs. Again, the population of many of the pests above is nature/weather dependant so numbers can rise or fall from one year to the next. Moles seem to flourish in wet summers.
Impact on Business – A pest outbreak can potentially damage the reputation of a business. It can be a nuisance to staff and customers, contaminate and damage stock and, at worst, transmit disease. In some cases it can even lead to prosecution and/or the closure of a business on public health grounds. Pests pose a danger to property too. Rodents can gnaw through buildings, especially wooden structures, and chew on electrical wiring.
How Essex and Suffolk Pest Solutions can help - We offer pest control contracts in the Ipswich area for complete peace of mind. This includes a full risk assessment, ongoing monitoring and recommendations. Pest control contracts also prevent downtime during treatment processes (e.g. Bed Bugs).
3. Shops and Supermarkets
The Most Common Pests – Mice, Rats, Cockroaches, Ants, Flies and Pigeons on roofs or ledges.
Are these Pests on the Rise? They are nature dependant, so the pest population can rise or fall from year to year.
Impact on Business – Pests can damage stock through consumption and contamination and they can also spread disease. A building that has been contaminated by pests will impact negatively on a brand and, in the worst case scenario, an infestation can lead to closure by the Environmental Health Agency on public health grounds.
How Essex and Suffolk Pest Solutions can help – We offer discreet commercial pest control in the Ipswich area and can provide unmarked vans on request.
4. Factories and Warehouses
The Most Common Pests – Mice, Rats, Birds (Pigeons and Seagulls in particular).
Are these Pests on the Rise? Again, the population of these pests is dependent on a variety of factors including the weather.
Impact on Business – Again, pests in factories and warehouses can transmit disease and potentially damage the reputation of a business, not to mention close a factory down on public health grounds. They also risk contaminating products down the supply chain, leading to loss of contracts. Another problem is second hand machinery being brought into the building which can create an infestation of rodents and insects.
How Essex and Suffolk Pest Solutions can help – We offer 24 hour pest control call-outs and all work is carried out to strict health and safety guidelines.
5. Tenancy Blocks and Property Management Companies
The Most Common Pests – Mice, Rats, Wasps, Flies, Fleas, Birds (especially Pigeons and Seagulls).
Are these Pests on the Rise? Again, the population rise or fall depends on nature and climate.
Impact on Business – The noise from birds can irritate tenants. Gulls can live a number of years. They can damage property and bird fouling makes a building look unsightly. Gulls are also a problem as, once they start to nest, they can start a colony and will return, year after year. Bird droppings can block gutters and gulleys causing water to enter the building. Their nests attract a variety of insects (including carpet beetles and biting insects) and these can infiltrate and infest buildings.
How Essex and Suffolk Pest Solutions can help. We provide contract solutions and also commercial pest control on an ad-hoc basis including pest proofing, bird control and decontamination.
6. Schools and Public Buildings
The Most Common Pests - Mice, Rats, Moles, Rabbits, Flies, Wasps, and Birds (especially Pigeons).
Are the Pests on the Rise? – Populations vary from year to year.
Impact on Business - Rodents can spread disease, damage a school’s reputation and potentially lead to school closure. They can also gnaw through electrical wiring causing a hazard. Moles and rabbits can damage school playing fields and other outdoor areas and cause injury. Second hand furniture or equipment that is brought into a building can potentially cause an infestation.
How Essex and Suffolk Pest Solutions can help - We provide contract solutions for complete peace of mind which includes free call-outs for pests covered by the contracts. Our workforce has CRB (Criminal Records Bureau) checked staff.
7. Office Blocks
The Most Common Pests – Mice, Rats, Flies, Fleas, Birds (especially Pigeons).
Are the Pests on the Rise? – Depends on a variety of conditions.
Impact on Business – The noise from birds can irritate staff and visitors, not to mention the damage to property that birds can cause. Rats and mice can chew through equipment and wiring, which is potentially dangerous. Any infestation can impact negatively on a business causing damage to reputation.
How Essex and Suffolk Pest Solutions can help – We offer one-off commercial pest control solutions in the Ipswich area, as well as pest control contracts to ensure long term protection of your organisation.
Pest Control – Suffolk and Essex – contact us now for friendly effective assistance.
Friday, 12 October 2012
Mole Catcher Suffolk and Essex – Essex and Suffolk Pest Solutions
What is a Mole Catcher?
A mole catcher is exactly that - it is someone who catches and/or kills moles. Mole catchers in Suffolk and Essex are in increasing demand as recent years have seen a rise in the number of these pests in Britain.
If moles inhabit your fields or garden, you will be aware of just how damaging these small creatures can be. A reputable local mole catcher, such as Essex and Suffolk Pest Solutions will put your mind at rest and mean your garden or business premises will soon be restored to its former glory.
For domestic and commercial organisations in need of a competitively priced mole catcher, Essex and Suffolk Pest Solutions can help. We offer a rapid response service and also provide a guarantee (subject to certain conditions) so that, if in the unlikely event that we don’t succeed, you don’t pay.
Mole Catcher Suffolk and Essex - contact us now for friendly effective assistance.
Brief History of the Mole Catcher
The history of mole catchers goes back to ancient times. The Romans used earthenware pots to trap moles. These pots would be partly filled with water and buried in the mole runs to drown the mole.
In years gone by in Britain, the mole catcher enjoyed a good quality of life. They had their meals and accommodation provided for as they travelled to and from farms and country estates.
Mole catchers made their own traps with wood sticks, twigs and string and were paid for every mole they caught. They could even make extra cash on top of their fee by selling the moleskins on to fur dealers, or a plumber in the region who would use them to clean pipe joints.
Nowadays, a mole catcher, such as Essex and Suffolk Pest Solutions, uses a trap system as well as carefully regulated gas techniques to eliminate moles in the most humane way possible.
Why Use a Mole Catcher?
There are some pests that, no matter how attractive or lovely they look, it is vital to get rid of them because of the damage they cause.
Moles make elaborate tunnels that cause havoc to agricultural land and lawns. These tunnels can be very deep or on the surface, and damage the structure of the fields, creating a danger for cattle or horses.
In fact, the mole was said to have caused the death of King William III in the early part of the 18th century. The King broke his collar bone after he was thrown from his horse who stumbled on a molehill. He never recovered from his injury and died very shortly after the accident.
Mole catchers in Suffolk and Essex, and elsewhere in the country, are vital because these pests are difficult to bring under control. They are hard to eliminate because of the way they live (in underground passages which they rarely come out of) and they also have a highly developed sense of smell and hearing, so are able to sense traps. They are also quick to repopulate.
Whilst it is possible to catch moles using DIY products, these are not usually very effective. A professional mole catcher will know which traps to use, where to place them and what else needs to be done to capture the moles – providing a safe and humane removal. In some cases Phosphine gas may also be used.
At Essex and Suffolk Pest Solutions, we provide one off mole removal as well as pest control contracts for complete peace of mind. These are perfect for organisations such as garden centres, estates, parklands, garden cafes and farms as it means that we can keep a check on pests and eliminate them BEFORE they become a problem.
We are a local company operating in the following areas: Stowmarket, Bury St Edmunds, Woodbridge, Ipswich, Felixstowe, Framlingham, Sudbury, Colchester, Braintree, Clacton, Harwich, Manningtree, Maldon, Witham and Chelmsford. We will also consider mole catcher work outside these areas.
Essex and Suffolk Pest Solutions offer a high quality, friendly and professional services and, for the ultimate in discretion, we can provide unmarked vehicles if required.
Mole Catcher Essex and Suffolk - contact us now for friendly effective assistance.
A mole catcher is exactly that - it is someone who catches and/or kills moles. Mole catchers in Suffolk and Essex are in increasing demand as recent years have seen a rise in the number of these pests in Britain.
If moles inhabit your fields or garden, you will be aware of just how damaging these small creatures can be. A reputable local mole catcher, such as Essex and Suffolk Pest Solutions will put your mind at rest and mean your garden or business premises will soon be restored to its former glory.
For domestic and commercial organisations in need of a competitively priced mole catcher, Essex and Suffolk Pest Solutions can help. We offer a rapid response service and also provide a guarantee (subject to certain conditions) so that, if in the unlikely event that we don’t succeed, you don’t pay.
Mole Catcher Suffolk and Essex - contact us now for friendly effective assistance.
Brief History of the Mole Catcher
The history of mole catchers goes back to ancient times. The Romans used earthenware pots to trap moles. These pots would be partly filled with water and buried in the mole runs to drown the mole.
In years gone by in Britain, the mole catcher enjoyed a good quality of life. They had their meals and accommodation provided for as they travelled to and from farms and country estates.
Mole catchers made their own traps with wood sticks, twigs and string and were paid for every mole they caught. They could even make extra cash on top of their fee by selling the moleskins on to fur dealers, or a plumber in the region who would use them to clean pipe joints.
Nowadays, a mole catcher, such as Essex and Suffolk Pest Solutions, uses a trap system as well as carefully regulated gas techniques to eliminate moles in the most humane way possible.
Why Use a Mole Catcher?
There are some pests that, no matter how attractive or lovely they look, it is vital to get rid of them because of the damage they cause.
Moles make elaborate tunnels that cause havoc to agricultural land and lawns. These tunnels can be very deep or on the surface, and damage the structure of the fields, creating a danger for cattle or horses.
In fact, the mole was said to have caused the death of King William III in the early part of the 18th century. The King broke his collar bone after he was thrown from his horse who stumbled on a molehill. He never recovered from his injury and died very shortly after the accident.
Mole catchers in Suffolk and Essex, and elsewhere in the country, are vital because these pests are difficult to bring under control. They are hard to eliminate because of the way they live (in underground passages which they rarely come out of) and they also have a highly developed sense of smell and hearing, so are able to sense traps. They are also quick to repopulate.
Whilst it is possible to catch moles using DIY products, these are not usually very effective. A professional mole catcher will know which traps to use, where to place them and what else needs to be done to capture the moles – providing a safe and humane removal. In some cases Phosphine gas may also be used.
At Essex and Suffolk Pest Solutions, we provide one off mole removal as well as pest control contracts for complete peace of mind. These are perfect for organisations such as garden centres, estates, parklands, garden cafes and farms as it means that we can keep a check on pests and eliminate them BEFORE they become a problem.
We are a local company operating in the following areas: Stowmarket, Bury St Edmunds, Woodbridge, Ipswich, Felixstowe, Framlingham, Sudbury, Colchester, Braintree, Clacton, Harwich, Manningtree, Maldon, Witham and Chelmsford. We will also consider mole catcher work outside these areas.
Essex and Suffolk Pest Solutions offer a high quality, friendly and professional services and, for the ultimate in discretion, we can provide unmarked vehicles if required.
Mole Catcher Essex and Suffolk - contact us now for friendly effective assistance.
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