http://www.pestcontrol-uk.org Your number one resource for information and advice on pest control issues for homes and businesses in the UK. Regular news stories and a localised directory enable you to easily find exactly what you are looking for. en-uk http://www.pestcontrol-uk.org/news/2012/the-eco-friendly-garden http://www.pestcontrol-uk.org/news/2012/the-eco-friendly-garden With increased focus and interest on our carbon footprint, we should be turning to more eco-friendly ways to manage our gardens and the pests that are found within them. Fri, 22 Jun 2012 00:00:00 +0000 http://www.pestcontrol-uk.org/news/2012/insects-wrongly-branded-as-pests http://www.pestcontrol-uk.org/news/2012/insects-wrongly-branded-as-pests It may suprise you to hear that only about 5 percent of insects found in the UK are actually pests; the rest are actually quite useful. Mon, 18 Jun 2012 00:00:00 +0000 http://www.pestcontrol-uk.org/news/2012/a-working-life-the-falconer http://www.pestcontrol-uk.org/news/2012/a-working-life-the-falconer Eaton Square may be an exclusive part of London, but the owner of the Grosvenor Estate has recruited an elegant way of controlling the pigeons that reside there. Fri, 15 Jun 2012 00:00:00 +0000 http://www.pestcontrol-uk.org/news/2012/bed-bug-encasements http://www.pestcontrol-uk.org/news/2012/bed-bug-encasements Mattress encasements were once only used to help allergy sufferers sleep at night. Now, however, they are being used as a primary weapon against bed bug infestations. Tue, 12 Jun 2012 00:00:00 +0000 http://www.pestcontrol-uk.org/news/2012/market-report-reveals-growth http://www.pestcontrol-uk.org/news/2012/market-report-reveals-growth Pest Control market report by Apex Insight reveals a £300m market which has continued to grow despite the recession. Mon, 11 Jun 2012 00:00:00 +0000 http://www.pestcontrol-uk.org/news/2012/battle-those-pests http://www.pestcontrol-uk.org/news/2012/battle-those-pests So, you found a cockroach in your house. You woke up with little red dots on your body. Or you trip over the tunnel-like lump in your garden. Who you gonna call? The exterminator! Fri, 08 Jun 2012 00:00:00 +0000 http://www.pestcontrol-uk.org/news/2012/diy-rabbit-repellent http://www.pestcontrol-uk.org/news/2012/diy-rabbit-repellent Rabbits can wreak havoc in your garden, eating your prized flowers, fruit and veg. Expert rabbit man, Charlie Hart provides these useful tips on making your own rabbit repellent. Mon, 04 Jun 2012 00:00:00 +0000 http://www.pestcontrol-uk.org/news/2012/super-rats http://www.pestcontrol-uk.org/news/2012/super-rats Super rats are here, and one of them may not be so very far from where you are sitting. They carry a myriad of diseases and can breed five times a year. Tue, 29 May 2012 00:00:00 +0000 http://www.pestcontrol-uk.org/news/2012/feeling-a-little-antsy http://www.pestcontrol-uk.org/news/2012/feeling-a-little-antsy The recent wet weather has been found to force ants from their nests and into our homes, but what action can be taken to resolve this infestation? Sun, 27 May 2012 00:00:00 +0000 http://www.pestcontrol-uk.org/news/2012/natures-pest-control http://www.pestcontrol-uk.org/news/2012/natures-pest-control An unseen war is waging in your gardens, however it may be the key to winning your own personal battle against those unwanted visitors. Wed, 23 May 2012 00:00:00 +0000 http://www.pestcontrol-uk.org/news/2012/help-to-control-fleas http://www.pestcontrol-uk.org/news/2012/help-to-control-fleas An outbreak of fleas in your home is not something you should take lightly, but with a little preparation you can control a flea infestation. Sat, 19 May 2012 00:00:00 +0000 http://www.pestcontrol-uk.org/news/2012/booming-vermin-populations http://www.pestcontrol-uk.org/news/2012/booming-vermin-populations Overflowing bins and pest control cutbacks are causing Britain's vermin population to boom. Residents are now urging councils to take the initiative. Sun, 13 May 2012 00:00:00 +0000 http://www.pestcontrol-uk.org/news/2012/what-is-integrated-pest-management http://www.pestcontrol-uk.org/news/2012/what-is-integrated-pest-management IPM has become popular with many environmentalists, public health officials and others seeking to reduce exposure to pesticides. Thu, 10 May 2012 00:00:00 +0000 http://www.pestcontrol-uk.org/news/2012/romantic-insects http://www.pestcontrol-uk.org/news/2012/romantic-insects Cockroaches and termites top the league table when it comes to serenading the opposite sex. From mating calls to the release of pheromones. Wed, 09 May 2012 00:00:00 +0000 http://www.pestcontrol-uk.org/news/2012/basc-scheme-helps-out-farmers http://www.pestcontrol-uk.org/news/2012/basc-scheme-helps-out-farmers Farmers across Northern Ireland have been able to take advantage of a pest control scheme jointly run by the BASC and the UFU. Sat, 05 May 2012 00:00:00 +0000 http://www.pestcontrol-uk.org/news/2012/suddenstrike-win-major-contract http://www.pestcontrol-uk.org/news/2012/suddenstrike-win-major-contract Pest control specialist Suddenstrike Ltd are celebrating following the win of a major contract with DEFRA. Mon, 30 Apr 2012 00:00:00 +0000 http://www.pestcontrol-uk.org/news/2012/spiders-check-weather http://www.pestcontrol-uk.org/news/2012/spiders-check-weather Studies have shown that arachnids prefer cloudy autumn and spring days as the best weather to fly in. Although wingless, a spider can travel. Sat, 28 Apr 2012 00:00:00 +0000 http://www.pestcontrol-uk.org/news/2012/controlling-periodomestic-cockroaches http://www.pestcontrol-uk.org/news/2012/controlling-periodomestic-cockroaches Periodomestic cockroaches include all the common types of large cockroach found within the UK. Usually originating from outside, they are adept at finding ways to infest your home or business. Thu, 26 Apr 2012 00:00:00 +0000 http://www.pestcontrol-uk.org/news/2012/speciality-pesticides http://www.pestcontrol-uk.org/news/2012/speciality-pesticides The use of pesticides is often required in situations where pests have infiltrated your property. Although used as a last resort. Wed, 18 Apr 2012 00:00:00 +0000 http://www.pestcontrol-uk.org/news/2012/bed-bugs-make-a-comeback http://www.pestcontrol-uk.org/news/2012/bed-bugs-make-a-comeback Some people are definitely not sleeping tight with bed bugs crawling between their mattresses and sofa cushions. But what has caused this sudden influx. 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