Wasps. Hornets. They all kind of look the same, don’t they? So how do you know you’ve got a wasp problem and not a hornet one? Unless you’re a wasp expert, a hornet and a wasp will look pretty much the same. They both have the same shape, they both have the same distinct warning […]
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More Facts About Wasps You Probably Didn’t Know
For last couple of months we’ve been posting a lot of information about wasps and the problems they cause in Sussex. You can learn about the lifecycle of a wasp, find out how to remove a wasp’s nest (and why you’d want to leave it to a professional) and even some of the myths surrounding […]
The Life Cycle Of A Wasp
As the weather heats up, the problem of wasps gets closer and closer. To help you understand why Wasps are a pest in Brighton, Hove and Sussex every year, here is an image of the wasp’s life cycle.
Removing a Wasp’s Nest – some tips
Removing a wasp nest is something that should be done by a professional pest control company due to the fact Wasp stings are not a pleasant experience. Also, to control a wasp problem, you’ll often need chemicals and insecticides. And to use these requires training and sometimes qualifications. So what ever you do, don’t remove […]
Myths Surrounding Removing Wasp Nests
Removing a wasp nest, should be handled by a trained professional. It’s a no-brainer when you think that each wasp can contain as many as ten thousand angry wasps. If you try and remove the nest yourself, you only need to anger one wasp and the whole clan will come looking for you. This is […]
Pest Control In Brighton – Your Frequently Asked Questions
Pest control, as you can appreciate, is a complicated subject. There are so many different types of pests, an endless array of locations you’ll find them in and a whole raft of problems they cause. But out of all the questions we receive, there are some that come up more often than others. Frequently Asked […]
Wasp Problems In Brighton: The Countdown Has Started
As you’ll know from the other posts about wasp problems in Brighton on this site, the time is rapidly approaching when those hibernating queen wasps are starting to think about coming out of their winter hide-outs and building their new nets. So you should take the next couple of weeks to get as much information […]
Rats And Rodent Pest Control: Why Rats Are A Problem In Lewes & Brighton
Rats and rodents are a pest and a nasty disease spreading problem for most major cities. Lewes and Brighton are no different. There are rats and mice and other rodents scurrying around us all the time. To help you get a better understanding of the problems rats and other rodent pests cause, we’ve put together […]
Mole Problems In Brighton: A Valuable Resource.
We believe in removing a mole problem the traditional way. And for this reason, we’re a member of the Mole Catcher’s Guild. To get a better understand of what makes the traditional methods the best way to get rid of a mole problem, take a look at the latest newsletter from the Mole Catcher’s Guild. […]
Mole Population Booms Across Sussex
I get asked the same question nearly every time I get to a job: “Where do all these moles come from?” As they are many other things, the exceptionally wet and mild winters we have experienced in recent years are to blame. We may have had half a dozen snow falls in the last four […]