Proactive Pest Control Ltd

Why are Mice a Problem in Homes or Businesses?

Though smaller than rats, mice can be just as problematic. They are agile climbers and can squeeze through the tiniest gaps, making it easy for them to infiltrate homes and businesses. Mice are notorious for contaminating food supplies with their droppings and urine, spreading diseases like hantavirus and salmonella. Their constant gnawing on electrical wires, wooden beams, and insulation poses fire hazards and can lead to structural damage. For businesses, especially in the food or hospitality industries, a mouse infestation can result in health code violations and damage to your brand’s reputation.

What You Should Do to Prepare for a Mice Treatment Visit

To ensure the most effective treatment, take the following steps before our team arrives:
Eliminate Food Sources: Store all food, including pet food, in airtight containers. Make sure countertops, floors, and cupboards are free of crumbs or food spills.

Declutter Storage Areas: Mice love to hide in cluttered spaces like attics, basements, and storage rooms. Clear out excess items to minimise their hiding spots.

Identify Entry Points: Try to identify and seal any obvious gaps, holes, or cracks around your home or business where mice could be entering. This will support our treatment efforts.

What We Will Do to Treat a Mouse Infestation

Upon arrival, our pest control experts will assess the level of infestation and identify the entry points. We’ll use a combination of traps, bait stations, and exclusion techniques to eliminate the mice from your property. Our traps are placed in high-traffic areas where mouse activity is most noticeable, while bait stations will help reduce the mouse population. We’ll also provide recommendations on sealing gaps and other structural vulnerabilities to prevent future infestations. Follow-up visits are scheduled to ensure the problem is fully resolved and to check for any new signs of mice.

Why are Bed Bugs a Problem in Homes or Businesses?

Bed bugs are among the most dreaded pests in homes and businesses, particularly in hotels and residential complexes. These tiny, blood-sucking insects are not just a nuisance but can also cause physical discomfort, with their bites leading to itchy welts and skin infections. Bed bugs can spread quickly from room to room and even between different properties. Their presence can tarnish the reputation of businesses, especially in the hospitality industry, where cleanliness and comfort are paramount. Bed bug infestations can lead to expensive remediation, customer complaints, and even temporary closures.

What You Should Do to Prepare for a Bed Bug Treatment Visit

Preparation is key for a successful bed bug treatment. Here’s what you need to do:

Declutter the Infested Areas: Remove clutter from infested rooms, especially under beds, inside closets, and in any tight spaces.

Launder Bedding and Fabrics: Wash and dry all bed linens, curtains, and clothing on the highest heat setting to kill any bed bugs and their eggs.

Vacuum Thoroughly: Vacuum floors, mattresses, and furniture. Dispose of the vacuum bag immediately to prevent bed bugs from escaping.

What We Will Do to Treat a Bed Bug Infestation

Our treatment for bed bugs involves a thorough inspection and targeted application of professional-grade insecticides. We’ll treat all affected areas, including mattresses, bed frames, furniture, baseboards, and other potential hiding spots. In addition to chemical treatments, we may use heat treatments or steam to eliminate bed bugs and their eggs. Bed bugs can be persistent, so follow-up visits are essential to ensure complete eradication. Our team will also provide you with preventative advice to avoid future infestations, including routine checks and keeping rooms clutter-free.

Why are Cockroaches a Problem in Homes or Businesses?

Cockroaches are not only unsightly but can pose severe health risks. These pests are known carriers of bacteria, including salmonella, E. coli, and allergens that can trigger asthma and other respiratory issues. Cockroaches can contaminate food, surfaces, and equipment, making them particularly problematic in restaurants, kitchens, and other food-handling environments. Their ability to breed rapidly and hide in small cracks makes them difficult to eliminate once they’ve established a presence.

What You Should Do to Prepare for a Cockroach Treatment Visit

To help ensure an effective cockroach treatment, take these preparatory steps:

Clean Thoroughly: Make sure all surfaces, especially in kitchens and bathrooms, are clean and free of food debris.

Seal Food and Water: Store all food items in airtight containers and fix any leaks or standing water, as cockroaches are drawn to moisture.

Access Areas: Provide our technicians access to hard-to-reach areas where cockroaches might be hiding, such as under sinks, behind appliances, and inside cupboards.


What We Will Do to Treat a Cockroach Infestation

Our cockroach treatment involves a thorough inspection to locate breeding sites and high-activity areas. We’ll use a combination of baiting, insecticides, and traps to target adult cockroaches and prevent further reproduction. We focus on both chemical and non-chemical methods, applying insect growth regulators to stop the development of future generations. Our team will also advise on exclusion techniques, such as sealing entry points and improving sanitation to prevent reinfestation. Follow-up visits will ensure that the problem is fully under control and that your home or business remains cockroach-free.

Why are Ants a Problem in Homes or Businesses?

Ants can quickly become a major issue if left unchecked. While they may seem harmless, ants can contaminate food, damage structures, and create unsightly trails throughout your property. Certain species, like carpenter ants, can cause structural damage by hollowing out wood to build their nests. In business settings, especially in food service or retail, an ant infestation can lead to a loss of customer confidence and health code violations.

What You Should Do to Prepare for an Ant Treatment Visit

Preparation can make ant treatments more effective. Here’s how you can prepare:

Seal Food and Water Sources: Ants are attracted to food and moisture, so make sure all food is stored in sealed containers and any leaks or standing water are addressed.

Remove Trails: If you’ve spotted ant trails, wipe them down with soapy water to remove their pheromone trails, which they use to navigate.

Provide Access to Infested Areas: Ensure our technicians can easily access entry points, kitchens, basements, and other areas where ants are commonly found.


What We Will Do to Treat an Ant Infestation

We begin by identifying the ant species and their nesting sites. Our treatment plan will include the use of bait stations that attract ants and eliminate the colony at its source. For outdoor nests, we may apply targeted insecticides to stop ants from entering the building. We’ll also seal entry points and advise on long-term preventive measures. Follow-up visits will ensure that the infestation is fully eradicated, and we’ll continue to monitor for signs of recurring ant activity.

Why are Fleas a Problem in Homes or Businesses?

Fleas are not only a nuisance to pets but can also bite humans, leading to itching, discomfort, and even allergic reactions. Fleas can spread diseases such as murine typhus and tapeworms, posing health risks to both pets and humans. In businesses like hotels, kennels, or pet stores, a flea infestation can quickly tarnish your reputation and result in customer complaints.

What You Should Do to Prepare for a Flea Treatment Visit

Before our flea treatment, it’s important to take the following steps:

Clean Thoroughly: Wash pet bedding, vacuum floors, carpets, and upholstery to remove as many fleas and eggs as possible. Dispose of the vacuum bag immediately.

Treat Pets: Ensure that your pets are treated for fleas with vet-approved flea treatments prior to our visit.

Clear Clutter: Remove clutter from floors and around your home to give our technicians better access to flea-prone areas.

What We Will Do to Treat a Flea Infestation

Our flea treatment involves a combination of insecticides and growth regulators that target fleas at all life stages—adults, larvae, and eggs. We’ll treat carpets, upholstery, baseboards, and pet bedding, as well as any outdoor areas where fleas may be breeding. We recommend multiple treatments, as fleas can be persistent, and a follow-up visit will help ensure the complete eradication of the infestation. Additionally, we’ll advise on preventive measures to keep your pets and home flea-free.

Why are Flies a Problem in Homes or Businesses?

Flies are not just an annoyance—they can also be vectors for diseases. Common house flies and fruit flies can spread harmful bacteria like E. coli and salmonella, contaminating food and surfaces. In businesses, especially those in the food industry, a fly infestation can lead to failed health inspections, fines, and a loss of customer trust. For homes, flies can multiply rapidly and are particularly difficult to eliminate once they’ve settled in.

What You Should Do to Prepare for a Fly Treatment Visit

To maximise the effectiveness of a fly treatment, take these steps:

Remove Food and Trash: Make sure all food is sealed and stored properly, and that trash is disposed of and bins are cleaned to eliminate attractants.

Clean Drainage Areas: Flies often breed in drains, so ensure that kitchen and bathroom drains are clean and free of debris.

Provide Access to Infested Areas: Ensure our technicians have access to any areas where flies are most active, such as kitchens, garbage areas, or drains.

What We Will Do to Treat a Fly Infestation

Our treatment for flies includes a combination of traps, baits, and insecticides to quickly reduce the fly population. We target breeding sites, such as garbage areas, drains, and other moist areas where flies lay their eggs. In addition to treating the current infestation, we’ll focus on eliminating entry points by sealing cracks and advising on sanitation practices to prevent future infestations. Regular follow-up visits may be necessary for more persistent infestations, particularly in commercial kitchens or food preparation areas.

Why Wasps Are a Problem in Homes or Businesses?

Wasps can be a major nuisance and a danger, especially during the summer months. Their aggressive behaviour when they feel threatened makes them a risk to both people and pets, with stings potentially leading to allergic reactions, severe pain, and swelling. In homes, wasps tend to build nests in wall cavities, lofts, and roof eaves, while businesses—particularly those with outdoor dining areas—can face disruptions due to wasps.

A wasp infestation in a commercial setting like a restaurant or café can lead to unhappy customers and potential health risks, while in homes, it can become uncomfortable to enjoy outdoor spaces. Early intervention is crucial to avoiding a large-scale infestation, as wasp nests can house thousands of insects by late summer.

What You Should Do to Prepare for a Wasp Treatment Visit

To ensure the effectiveness and safety of the wasp treatment process, we recommend the following preparation steps:
Stay Indoors During Treatment: Wasps can become more aggressive when their nest is disturbed, so it’s essential to keep people and pets inside during and after the treatment.


Clear the Area: Ensure the area around the wasp nest is accessible to our technicians by removing any obstacles or clutter near the entry point.


Avoid Disturbing the Nest: Refrain from using DIY methods like sprays or attempting to remove the nest yourself, as this can aggravate the wasps and increase the risk of stings.


What We Will Do to Treat a Wasp Infestation

Our wasp control process is designed to eliminate wasps quickly and efficiently, ensuring the safety of your home or business. We start with a thorough inspection to locate the nest, including hidden areas such as lofts, sheds, and eaves. Once identified, we’ll apply a professional-grade insecticidal treatment directly to the nest, killing the wasps on contact and preventing further activity. For larger nests or more complex situations, we may use additional methods like dusting powders for nests in wall cavities or roof spaces.

Here’s what you can expect:

Identify and Inspect: We’ll conduct a detailed inspection to locate the wasp nest and determine the best course of action.
Treatment Application: Using powerful, fast-acting insecticides, we’ll treat the nest and eliminate the wasps quickly.
Nest Removal: Once the wasps are neutralised, we can safely remove the nest upon request, helping to prevent future infestations.

Our wasp treatments are highly effective, and most infestations are resolved after a single visit. In cases where multiple nests are present or persistent activity is noted, follow-up visits may be necessary.