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15 Aug

Pest Control

Ilminster - TA19

Enquiry from: John W

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Invasion of tiny bugs and a wasps nest in the eves

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21 May

Pest Control

Ilminster - TA19

Enquiry from: Roger S

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We have mole tunnels all over the garden and lawns and after several years of effort including pills, petrol, explosives, traps etc we have decided its time to turn to the professionals. What level of...

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18 Mar

Pest Control

Ilminster - TA19

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Property owner: Relative of owner, Building: Domestic, Work description: we have got rodents in our conservatory were quite petrified Are you the property owner: Relative of Owner What pests are g...

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22 Aug

Pest Control

Axminster - EX13

Enquiry from: Victoria S

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Flea extermination. Flea problem and can’t get rid within house hold

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20 Nov

Pest Control

Crewkerne - TA18

Enquiry from: Carol C

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removal/extermination of many rats running around in loft and ceilings and eaves cupboards. i have bird feeders so accept the presence of rats outside and i also keep chickens but draw the line at the...

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18 Nov

Pest Control

South Petherton - TA13

Enquiry from: Joy S

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we’ve always had small garden mice in a garden bank but the last two days have shown something much bigger which is digging two large holes in the same bank and under the conservatory. i obviously n...

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15 Aug

Pest Control

Axminster - EX13

Enquiry from: Sandra B

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Removal of an active wasp nest

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07 Aug

Pest Control

Bridport - DT6

Enquiry from: Paul M

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wasps nest in apex of roof so ladders are essential. so far they are not in the loft so i suspect the nest is somewhere behind the bargeboard and the slates and roof insulation are you the property ow...

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09 Jul

Pest Control

Bridport - DT6

Enquiry from: Tim M

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i have spotted a rat in my kitchen was hiding in the cooker and the cooker has since been removed out to the garden the problem i have is i have a dog flat where it has been coming in and i have bough...

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21 Jun

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Lyme Regis - DT7

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we are looking for a contractor to undertake regular visits within our care home settling are you the property owner: relative of owner property type: commercial what pests are giving you grief: rode...

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12 Jun

Pest Control

Yeovil - BA22

Enquiry from: IVAN G

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hi, we have a wasp nest in our loft, can you please let me know if you cover marston magna and a quote, thank you, ivan are you the property owner: owner of the property property type: detached what ...

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19 May

Pest Control

Yeovil - BA20

Enquiry from: JANE H

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suspected beetle infestation in garage timbers. are you the property owner: owner of the property property type: semi detached what pests are giving you grief: other is the building: domestic what lev...

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25 Jan

Pest Control

Bridport - DT6

Enquiry from: David C

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catch rats & prevent them coming again are you the property owner: owner of the property property type: terrace what pests are giving you grief: rodents is the building: domestic what level of servic...

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23 Dec

Pest Control

Yeovil - BA22

Enquiry from: Matthew G

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we have lots of rats in our stables and around our chicken run. what level of service do you require type

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09 Dec

Pest Control

Beaminster - DT8

Enquiry from: Annette S

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rat(s) trying to dig into the larder - have made a sizeable joke so needs sorting urgently what level of service do you require type

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09 Oct

Pest Control

Bridport - DT6

Enquiry from: Tricia S

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hello i think i’ve got the same problem again in my loft with rats iota was sorted two years ago but back again what level of service do you require type

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01 Oct

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Yeovil - BA21

Enquiry from: Robert K

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i work for stonewater we have a retaining wall which is being undermine by badgers and starting to move we need to carry out redial work can you help

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25 Apr

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Yeovil - BA21

Enquiry from: Kent M

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bees or wasps to be removed from chimney. contact me by phone or email first please. are you the property owner: relative of owner property type: detached what pests are giving you grief: insects is ...

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05 Mar

Pest Control

Stoke-sub-hamdon - TA14

Enquiry from: Gavin D

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garage loft space common furniture beetle woodworm treatment what level of service do you require type

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28 Sep

Pest Control

Bridport - DT6

Enquiry from: Hannah S

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we think we may have rats underneath our decking, they are also burrowing under the neighbours fence into their garden. please can you help? kind regards, hannah skellern. what level of service do yo...

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How much do Pest Controller services cost?

How much do Pest Controllers in Ilminster charge?
Prices for Pest Controllers around Ilminster can differ depending on the sort of work that you want to have done in your house. It's the inquiry we get asked a lot "how much do Pest Controllers in Ilminster cost?". It's often better to have an idea of how much a Pest Controller will likely cost for their work. Rates are going to change based upon the products and the tradesman picked. The list shows the sorts of work that Pest Controllers usually do as well as the standard price series of these projects. Some tasks take longer to complete than others so costs do fluctuate by task.

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The average price
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£198

Pest Controller job Pest Controller cost in 2025
Pest control in Ilminster £90-£138
Woodworm Treatment in Ilminster £362-£862
Wasp Nest Removal in Ilminster £90-£138
Flea Treatment in Ilminster £60-£150

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Pest Controller FAQs

Is landlord responsible for pest control?

It’s usually a big disagreement between tenants and landlords when determining who is responsible for pest control when a property is infested by bugs or other pests. Now it’s part of your responsibility as a landlord to make sure that the pests are prevented from infiltrating the property, however this responsibility is shared by the tenants in some aspects as well. So, how exactly do you determine who needs to resolve this problem and also who is financially responsible for it?

Generally, pest issues are one that has to be handled with immediate effect in order to prevent then from growing out of control into bigger issues. It may not seem like a big deal when see a single bug or cockroach, but the fact remains that just a single bug is an indicator of a much greater problem that’s looming. So, who is responsible for pest control? Let’s take a look!

Most often than not, the landlord is usually responsible for the basic pest control at a property. Now whether basic pest control implies making sure that the property is safe from common local pests to ensuring the property is adequately and regularly treated against pests, these activities are usually within the scope of the landlord’s responsibilities. Therefore, as a landlord, you must do all in your capacity to ensure your building is protected from pests and reaching out to an exterminator or other pest control companies whenever the need arises should be done without any form of delay. You may be tempted to research if the tenant is responsible, however to prevent bigger issues the pest needs to be controlled quickly without regard for who is responsible for the financial aspect of the treatment.

how to get rid of rats in garden?

Being smart critters, a rodent infestation of a garden can cause the owner a lot of problems. Rats are pests bringing about a wide range of health hazards. They’ll camp in your compost, eat away your fruits and vegetables, gnaw through fences, containers and planters and even spread harmful diseases to humans. The wild rats can bite or even scratch when approached and will seek shelter anywhere possible like in your greenhouses, shed and even in your home. And worse still, they reproduce quickly as a female rat can give birth to six litters annually with up to 12 pups. Therefore, if left unattended to,an unwelcome visit can soon become an infestation in next to no time.

 

In order to get rid of rats, you can start by thinking like one. Like any other mammal, they need food, water and shelter to survive and thrive. Removing one or all these three things can effectively help you get rid of rats in your garden. Generally, there are several ways to get rid of rats which can be natural without the use of poison and artificial, with the use of poison.

 

If you wish to use the natural approach, you can try using peppermint oil or laying of traps. Rats are known to hate peppermint and it’s also alleged to mask their pheromone trails. Simply soak cotton wool balls in peppermint oil and position them strategically through out the garden. The second natural approach is more of a trial and error case as rats are always very suspicious and it’s possible your traps fail to catch any unless you’re very cunning with the placement.

 

The most effective method is, however, the use of poison to get rid of rats. Simply mix the poison with food in small quantities and place at strategic locations throughout your garden to get rid of the rats, However, this must be done with great care.

how to get rid of wasp nest?

When it comes to getting rid of a wasp nest, it’s crucial to have it at the back of your mind that safety is first priority. And as a result, the best way to remove a wasp nest would be to rely on professional expertise and professional safety equipment. This way, you won’t have to worry about getting stung or causing series of damages to your property. It’s possible to do this by yourself, but it’s, however, not recommended due to the amount of risk that’s involved and an average home or property owner will not be aware of the steps as well as precautions to be taken before starting the removal process.

 

With that in mind, there are some steps you can take to remove wasp nest on your property by yourself. In this post, we’re going to walk you through these steps in order give you some idea of it works. Let’s take a look!

  • Burning the warp nest. Using fire to get rid of wasp nest is a very dangerous approach and often not very effective to eradicate the wasps. Wasps nest are made from a thin papery substance produced by chewing wood into pulp and as a result, making it highly inflammation. Therefore, you run the risk of not only burning yourself, but also making your property catch fire.
  • Water. Other home owners prefer to flood the wasp nests with water, but this isn’t also totally effective. Depending on the wasp nest’s location, you run the risk of damaging your property and it won’t get rid of all wasps in the hive either.

 

Overall, the best approach is by getting in touch with a pest control professional who possesses the safety equipments, expert knowledge, specialized products as well as experience when it comes working in small spaces.

what is pest control?

When thinking of pests, a lot of thing comes to mind - while some individuals think about bug and insects, others think about squirrels, raccoons, mice an rats, in fact some might even out deer in that category. And well, they’re all right! Pests simply refers to any insect, rodent or wildlife that’s considered to be unwanted or undesirable due to the fact that they invade people’s homes or businesses wrecking havoc, causing damages and increasing the risk of communicating a disease or illness. Therefore, a pest control refers to the process of managing, which can be by using repellents or deterrents, or removing pests from a residential or commercial property.

 

The act of managing or controlling pests can be carried out using a number of techniques. You can decide to kill them using the services of an exterminator or doing it yourself, but you can also incorporate other methods too. These methods includes making use of sound to serve as deterrent or repellent to the pests as well as making alterations around the property to prevent pests from entering. In general, you should know that it’s always preferable to prevent pest than having to face one that has already been infested. However, if the problem already exist then there’s no two ways around it, you’d have to get them removed first.

 

A professional pest control service can go a long way to help when it comes to managing and controlling pests in any property. They carry out an inspection of the property to ensure that there are no pests inside, figure out where the pests are coming from and entering into the house, deal with pests already in the home, advise whether there’s any damage as a result of the pests, spray regularly to prevent the pest if you wish and also seal off the possible entry points for the pests.

how to get rid of mice?

Apart from the films where you’d notice cute little mickeys running around the house, in reality, only a few (if any) would feel comfortable living in a mice infested property. Being smart critters, mice can cause a home owner a series of issues when they infest a home or property. Rats are pests bringing about a plethora of health hazards. They’ll live comfortably off your food and under your shelter while also wrecking havoc everywhere they set their foot on in your home and even spread harmful diseases to humans. The wild rats can bite or even scratch when approached and will seek shelter anywhere possible like in your attic, kitchen, store and any damp area you can imagine. And worse still, they reproduce quickly as a female rat can give birth to six litters annually with up to 12 pups. Therefore, if left unattended to,an unwelcome visit can soon become an infestation within a little time.

 

 

To totally eradicate rats from your home, you can start by thinking like one. Like any other mammal, mice need food, water and shelter to survive and thrive. Removing one or all these three things can effectively help you get rid of rats in your home. Generally, there are several ways to get rid of rats which can be natural without the use of poison and artificial, with the use of poison.

 

The natural approach involves the use of peppermint oil and setting of traps. Using of peppermint oil is, however, not backed by any scientific evidence but according to several source it actually works. Simply dip a cotton wool inside a peppermint oil and place at strategic location throughout your home. Setting of traps can also be very trick as mice are very smart creatures who are always suspicious. So unless this is done in a cunning way, it might prove to be largely ineffective.

 

The most effective approach to get rid of mice by yourself would be to make use of poison. However, this method can be very deadly if not done with care. Overall, the best and safest way to eradicate mice from your home is to contact a professional pest control team for help as they possess the experience, knowledge and equipments to ensure a fast, safe and effective mice control.

what does woodworm look like?

One of one of the most unfortunate parts of a woodworm invasion is that the signs of the issue are just visible at the end of the woodworm's lifecycle. This is when the woodworm beetle breaks free from within the wood to proceed its breeding.

 

Sign 1: Departure Holes in Wood

The signs to watch out for are what we call exit holes. When determining if you have energetic woodworm in your residential or commercial property one extremely aesthetic sign is the holes produced by the woodworm as they leave the wood. The dimension of the holes varies relying on the types of woodworm but generally they are between 2mm and also 5mm. If the woodworm trouble is energetic the holes will have a 'clean' or 'fresh' appearance. They can often just be identified up close, unless there is a huge problem as well as many departure holes with each other. Take a look at our examples below of different kinds of exit holes:

 

Sign 2: Presence of Bore dust

Another sign that you have an online woodworm invasion in your property is the presence of frass being left by the beetle when it chews its means with the timber. Frass is a dirt developed by woodworm. The frass or woodworm dirt is light in colour and looks virtually like very fine wood shavings. This frass is essentially woodworm waste and also it can be this waste that can aid us identify what kind of woodworm beetle is present. As an example ... the frass created by the wood-boring weevil is 'sticky' to the touch as a result of there being moisture present. The pictures below offer an indicator of what to watch out for:.

 

Sign 3: Tunnels within the timber brought on by woodworm.

Although this is an apparent sign that you have a woodworm issue it is additionally one of the least noticeable. The tunnels are developed by the woodworm as it makes it method via the wood.

 

Sign 4: Harmed wood

Damage timber is a clear sign that woodworm are causing damage to your residential or commercial property. Damage can range from weakened floorboards through to crumbling skirting boards. It is very important not to puzzle woodworm damage with the damages triggered by completely dry rot or damp rot. If you are unclear which of these home care problems are creating the damage then it is essential to speak to a hardwood expert to evaluate the lumber to prevent unnecessary treatments that might not be appropriate.

 

Sign 5: Actual beetles

Dead woodworm beetles might be seen near lumbers that are contaminated. Similarly, throughout the beetle 'flight period' between May and October, you could see real-time beetles as they arise from the woods. Learn more concerning the woodworm lifecycle right here.

What does a wasp look like?

Wasps have a black as well as vivid yellow pattern on their abdomen. With a black head, thorax as well as six legs, a grown-up wasp is similar in dimension to an employee honey bee at about 12-15mm in size whereas queens are larger at around 20mm in size.

how to get rid of bed bugs?

Nobody likes bed bug! The sight of one can send even the most rational people you know into a state a state of panic. However, it doesn’t have to be so as there are a bunch of effective ways you can employ to get rid of bed bug infestation in a way that’ll fit both your budget as well as schedule. Although, it’ll take both diligence and consistency from your part, but it’ll take care of the bed bug infestation for good. In this post, we’re going to walk you through an effective process in which you can get rid of bed bug infestation in your home. Let’s take a look!

 

  • Prepare your room for the treatment. This involves removing any items in the room that you can’t treat or that have already been treated. Cover the items that will be removed with plastic bags before moving them to the next room in order to prevent any unseen bed bug from infesting the other room. Also, remove the painting or art from the walls and check all the items that’s removed thoroughly to make sure the bed bugs are not transferred to the other room. If your mattress is heavily infested, you’d have to cover it with a bed bug proof mattress cover or a bed bug mattress encasement before moving
  • Treat the crevices, cracks, tufts and folds of your home for bed bugs. Make use of a variety of products to kill and control beg bugs for a more effective result.
  • Treat your mattress for beg bugs. To do this, make use of an aerosol spray labelled for bed bug treatment and spray the insecticide onto the mattress while focusing on the seams, tufts and folds until the mattress appears damp. Then allow it to dry before remaking the bed. Once done, you can also encase the mattress in a bed bug proof cover to prevent re-infestation.

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