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When windows and doors are propped open during the summer months, it’s common for insects to take refuge inside our homes. However, infestations can also occur during the winter. Once the temperature drops, cluster flies are attracted to warm, safe environments such as basements and attics; if left untreated, heavily infested buildings can contain several […]

Pigeons aren’t the most popular of birds, even the most avid bird enthusiasts aren’t often a fan of these feathered foes, which is a problem, as there are around 18 million pigeons in the UK alone. Pigeons seem to be everywhere you go and can congregate in large numbers. Not only are they notoriously noisy […]

For many Brits, the buzzing of the bees means spring has finally sprung. This, however, raises an important question: where do bees go in the winter? Have they been hiding away all this time? Well, unlike us, bees don’t have boilers and double glazing and hot cups of tea to keep them going during the […]

Many people believe that colder seasons help to deter those pesky pests from causing any mischief around our homes and businesses. Although there is more of a prevalence of pests in the summer months, insects are cold-blooded and are searching for somewhere warm and dry to snuggle up over the winter months.  Many insects and […]

It can be incredibly inconvenient if you find yourself with a mole infestation. The ground-dwelling carnivores can dig up to four metres an hour, creating complex tunnelling systems to locate their preferred snacks of worms, grubs and larvae. Although moles pose no great threat, they can leave your garden looking untidy. Therefore, we have collated […]

Fleas are a common nuisance to humans, livestock and pets; if left untreated, they can become a serious health issue. Therefore, we have listed the top six indicators of a flea infestation. We also detail preventative measures to reduce the risk of fleas infiltrating your home in the future. Key Signs of an Infestation Fleas […]

Spiders in Autumn appear so often that people call the end of summer ‘spider season’. Around the same time that spiderweb decorations begin adorning walls for Halloween, real strands of spider silk trace across nooks and crannies too. For some, the influx of spiders in Autumn becomes a bit of a nuisance, but for others, […]

Cockroach infestations surprise many Brits every year. The insects survive and thrive throughout the country, requiring urgent cockroach pest control to protect homes and businesses from contamination. Cockroaches do prefer warmer, humid climates, so they aren’t as common in Britain as in Asia or the States. However, temperamental British weather drives the insects indoors, where […]

As autumn approaches, so does a range of common autumn pests which follow us indoors as temperatures drop. These pests can be far more than just a nuisance; they can contaminate areas within the home and spread diseases. To prevent this risk, we have collated a list of common pests found in the United Kingdom […]

In the UK, especially in towns and cities like Nottingham, pigeons are unavoidable. Lurking on every street corner, square, park and rooftop. Often described as “rats of the air” we look at whether they are as dangerous and disgusting as they’re rumoured to be, or whether they’re Britain’s most misunderstood bird.  Why are Pigeons Usually […]