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Malum Wins Defender® Bird Spike Installer of the Month for November
We’re thrilled to share some exciting news from Malum Southern Pest & Bird Control – your go-to solution for comprehensive pest and bird management in Southampton, Hampshire, and across the South Coast. Meet the Malum Bird & Pest Control Team At Malum, we’re proud to be a thriving pest control business led by Dean McFarlane
Why Do Wasps Come Out in Summer?
Wasp season is upon us! While they are active from spring to early autumn, summer is the season when the wasp population become more noticeable, buzzing around our picnics and outdoor gatherings. Ever wondered why? In spring, wasps prey on pests like aphids. By summer, when new queens have populated their new colonies, aphids die
Where do urban seagulls go in the winter?
Known to most people simply as ‘seagulls’, there are currently six species of breeding gulls in the UK. True to their name, most gulls can be found in the skies above our seaside towns, but many have made urban environments their home. But where do they go during the colder months? Some species of gulls
How often should a commercial kitchen be cleaned by professionals?
Commercial kitchen owners have a responsibility and legal duty to maintain a clean and safe environment for their staff and customers. Along with thorough cleaning on a daily basis, food businesses are also required to have their commercial kitchens deep cleaned on a regular basis in order to prevent pests. It is a legal requirement
How to stop rats from chewing wires
The Latin translation of the word ‘rodent’ is ‘to gnaw’. If you’ve ever noticed the tell-tale sign of bite marks on electrical wiring in your house, then it’s likely that rats or mice are to blame. Aside from the costly damage caused, it is potentially hazardous. But how and why do rodents chew electrical wiring,
Gone Fishing with Urban Pest Control
Dean, Dave and Charles recently joined fellow pest control expert Matt and the team from Urban Pest Control for a really enjoyable day out fishing in the Channel. It was brilliant to share some downtime with great friends on the water, as well as exchanging thoughts and ideas on our industry. Urban Pest Control delivers
What are bed bugs attracted to?
Bed bugs are one of the most feared but also one of the most mysterious of all insect-type pests. Bed bug infestations are almost guaranteed once this pest establishes a foot-hold in the home. But despite these certainties, there are many myths surrounding bed bugs, and one of the most common myth bed bugs facilitate,
How Did I Get Bed Bugs?
As horrible as bed bugs are, you can rest assured that these pests were brought into the home from somewhere or someone else. In fact a bed bug infestation has nothing to do with cleanliness, instead they are simply transferred from people to people and place to place. With this in mind, we will look
How Much Does it Cost to Get Rid of Bed Bugs in the UK?
Getting rid of a bed bug infestation can be pricey. Pest control professionals have to meet industry standards regarding prices based on the comprehensive procedures used. But hiring pest control specialists for bed bug removal is crucial based on the notoriously difficult eradication methods it takes to destroy bed bug infestations. With this in mind,
