How To Deal With Common Household Pests
Household pests can disrupt your peace and pose health risks. From rodents to insects, common household pests are an issue many UK homes face. Knowing how to deal with them effectively can save time, money and stress.
Rodents: Keeping mice and rats out
Rodents are among the most troublesome common household pests. Mice and rats can chew through wires, contaminate food and spread diseases like leptospirosis. To address this issue, seal entry points such as gaps around doors, windows or pipes. Removing easy food sources by storing items in airtight containers also helps deter rodents. Using traps or commercial baits can effectively manage small infestations. However, larger infestations often require professional intervention. Additionally, maintaining clean and clutter-free spaces reduces nesting opportunities for mice and rats.
Flies: Managing unwelcome visitors
Flies are among the most persistent common household pests, particularly in kitchens and near waste bins. They are drawn to food, rubbish and decaying organic material. To reduce their presence, always cover food, regularly empty bins and keep sinks clean and free of debris. Fly screens on windows and doors prevent them from entering your home. If flies remain a problem, we offer professional treatments tailored to your needs.
Ants: Dealing with tiny invaders
Ants commonly enter homes in search of food, especially sweet or sticky substances. You can reduce infestations by cleaning up crumbs and spills promptly. Sealing cracks and gaps in walls, windows and doors helps prevent ants from gaining access. Baits and repellents such as cinnamon placed along trails can be effective, but severe infestations often require professional attention. Carpenter ants can also damage walls and need professional ant control.
Cockroaches: Eliminating resilient pests
Cockroaches thrive in warm, humid areas like kitchens and bathrooms. They carry diseases such as salmonella and can trigger allergies or asthma. Addressing moisture issues, fixing leaks and keeping spaces free of food debris are crucial steps in preventing cockroach infestations. Since cockroaches are notoriously tough to eliminate, professional pest control is often the best option. We offer treatments designed to eradicate these resilient pests and prevent their return.
Bed bugs: Targeting hidden infestations
Bed bugs are a growing issue in UK homes and are often introduced via luggage or second-hand furniture. They hide in cracks, mattress seams and upholstered furniture, feeding on human blood at night. Dealing with bed bugs requires a combination of thorough cleaning, high-temperature washing and professional pest control treatments. Our experts ensure complete eradication and provide advice to prevent reinfestation.
Other insects: Addressing silverfish, moths and beetles
Common household pests include silverfish, moths and beetles. Although they may seem less harmful but can cause significant damage to fabrics, paper and stored food. Silverfish thrive in damp environments, while moths and beetles often infest wardrobes and pantries. Reducing humidity, vacuuming regularly and storing items in airtight containers can help manage these pests. However, professional treatment is often necessary for extensive infestations. We offer targeted solutions for a wide range of household insects, ensuring your home stays pest-free.