05May2021The most common ant in the UK is the black garden ant, Lasius niger. It is the only indigenous ant species that commonly enters properties in the UK. They typically nest in soil but can also nest under paving and concrete. Reasons for control The black garden ant is harmless and mostly pose a problem […]
07Apr2021Pests, like all other living creatures need a steady source of food to survive. Often this food source is the rubbish we throw away. This could be commercial waste in trade bins outside or just a few crumbs of food on a kitchen floor. Here are some of the pests that are attracted to human […]
05Mar2021Our aim at Pest Solution is to minimise the quantities of pesticides used and provide customers with targeted non-toxic treatments wherever possible. All pesticide usage is carefully monitored and used in a way to prevent contact with non-target species with all surplus material removed after treatment. This helps protect the environment for future generations. Here […]
02Feb2021At Pest Solution, we do not just offer pest management services to clients, but we also offer a variety of training courses for those who wish to work in pest control. We frequently get enquiries from people who are interested in pest control but do not know where to start. Pest control is an extremely […]
21Jan2021Many media sites have been reporting that there has been an increase in rat infestations during the coronavirus pandemic. But what can you do about it, when they decide to join you in your own home? The best way to control rats is to stop them from getting into your home in the first place. […]
16Dec2020It’s reached that time of the year to have the annual venture into the loft to get the Christmas decorations out. Some people have had theirs out for weeks already, others are yet to carry this job out. The last thing anybody wants to find is unexpected visitors in the loft in amongst the decorations. […]
04Nov2020We have been monitoring the COVID-19 situation throughout this year and considering the implementation of a new lockdown commencing on the 5th November, we wanted to update our customers on what measures we are putting into place. Pest control services have been deemed an essential service, and we will continue to provide our customers with […]
05Oct2020After a warm summer, the weather has started to turn and the temperatures have dropped. With this drop in temperature some pests are on the move and looking for somewhere a bit warmer to spend the winter. These are some of the pests to look out for as winter approaches. Rodents – Both rats and […]
03Sep2020The summer of 2020 will always be a memorable one for everyone due to the disruption caused by Covid-19. Way back in April, nobody quite knew what impact the lockdown would have on businesses. We are pleased to say that all members of staff have been able to work full time since June and we […]
02Jun2020Wasps and hornets are a large part of our work, particularly in the summer months and we often get the same questions, so here are the answers to some of the frequently asked questions and wasps and their nests. How long does a wasp nest last? The length of time a wasp nests last very […]
