Keep Mosquitoes Away When You’re on Holiday, Backpacking, or on a Business Trip Whether you’re at home or abroad, there’s no destination that’s safe from mosquitoes! Problems caused by mosquitoes could just be annoying or they could be seriously life-threatening depending on where you’re visiting. Either way, it’s best to... Read More

Fleas are one of the country’s most common pests and are found the world over. While the problems they cause in the UK are limited thanks to modern hygiene standards and modern science, they’re still common enough that you should be aware of them as a flea infestation is no... Read More

Bedbugs might seem relatively harmless when compared to other pests; they don’t carry diseases, won’t physically harm you, and aren’t venomous or poisonous. The pain bedbugs cause is largely mental; they can keep you up at night with their itchy bites and infest your bed and mattress to the point... Read More

Do I Have Fleas in My Home? It’s a common misconception that you only need to watch out for fleas in summer. While fleas are certainly more common in warm weather, they’re resilient creatures that can and will invade your home all year round if they get the chance. There... Read More

Every year the media is full of horror stories about the infamous false widow. This eight-legged creature has found notoriety as Britain’s most venomous spider, and as with every media horror story, there’s a lot of information and misinformation out there about the false widow! So, should you be concerned... Read More

Are You More at Risk from a Moth Infestation? Moth infestations are on the rise across the country. According to pest control companies, callouts for moth infestations are up 60% in the last 4 years, with the numbers rising all the time. So why is this happening, and are you... Read More

Experts Issue Warning About Elm Sawflies Wreaking Havoc Across Europe Pest control experts are warning gardeners across Britain about the elm sawfly after the leaf-destroying insects arrived in the country from Europe. The Elm Sawfly's tell-tale zigzag pattern is unmistakable. Photo: Doris Holling (WSL) Known for the distinctive zigzag... Read More