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Vibrant Pest Control

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"Vibrant Pest Control has provided residential and commercial customers with reliable pest control services. We offer a fr...
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Star Pest Control Harrow

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If you're looking for pest control in Harrow, look no further than Star Pest Control Harrow. We've handled any pest, from ...
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A complete bird proofing and bird control service covering Berkshire and Hampshire. Bird netting, bird spiking, bird scaring.
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Pestcure

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Pestcure LTD - Company number 12510318WE COVER ALL OF LONDON, HERTFORDSHIRE AND SURROUNDING AREAS.• Fully insured for Publ...
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The Pest Control Man

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Struggling with your pest control? Give us a call.Our purpose is to provide a pest control service at great prices in orde...
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Quick Pest Control

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Quick Pest Control provide tailor-made pest control services dependent on your circumstances and budget.

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26 Jul

Pest Control

Reading - RG10

Enquiry from: Gina G

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Wasp nest in wood pile, ground level

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08 Dec

Pest Control

Reading - RG6

Enquiry from: Manju S

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Look into the roof in between two floors. i can hear noises for a few minutes during evening times and nothing during day time. Not sure what it is. Could be a bird or something else.

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17 Nov

Pest Control

Reading - RG8

Enquiry from: Ben W

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we have i think rats in the floor boards and loft areas which need dealing with, could you provide me with a solution and quote please many thanks ben wakeham what pests are giving you grief: rodents...

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16 May

Pest Control

Reading - RG7

Enquiry from: Simon W

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Rats in the back garden using it as a run

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06 Mar

Pest Control

Reading, Thatcham - RG19

Enquiry from: Natalie C

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we have seen a rat in kitchen, we have found a hole under sink by waste pipe. what level of service do you require type

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31 Jan

Pest Control

Reading - RG4

Enquiry from: Jane P

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remove rats in loft and report for buyers please are you the property owner: owner of the property property type: detached what pests are giving you grief: rodents is the building: domestic what leve...

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23 Jan

Pest Control

Reading - RG2

Enquiry from: Frank C

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building works, pile driving etc adjacent to our property have caused mole(s) to migrate to our front lawn. currently there are about twelve mounds. can you please quote for a visit many thanks frank ...

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04 Jan

Pest Control

Reading - RG4

Enquiry from: Richard S

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hi, starlings nested in my roof fascia last summer and cause alot of noise. the nest has been empty for 5 months. i would like a quote to seal up the hole and possibly put some deterants for the comin...

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05 Nov

Pest Control

Reading - RG30

Enquiry from: Joanne R

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Rat removal I think I have rats in my loft

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20 Oct

Pest Control

Reading - RG30

Enquiry from: Deborah T

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i have noticed rats in my garden and i'd like to know the price of humane removal. please could you provide a quote. are you the property owner: relative of owner property type: semi detached what pe...

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09 Oct

Pest Control

Reading - RG1

Enquiry from: Hussein N

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Would like to find out a quote of a 2 bedroom flat bedbug heat treatment

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06 Sep

Pest Control

Reading - RG6

Enquiry from: Lee M

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previous infestation of carpet moths resulted in removing a section of carpet. they have returned underneath a nearby fixed cabinet, which has carpet under it are you the property owner: owner of the...

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08 Aug

Pest Control

Reading - RG5

Enquiry from: Reetika K

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Spider in garage and cob webs in the house

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18 Jun

Pest Control

Reading - RG4

Enquiry from: Dina C

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saw some nice in the garden - needs addressing are you the property owner: owner of the property property type: semi detached what pests are giving you grief: rodents is the building: domestic what l...

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08 Jun

Pest Control

Reading - RG6

Enquiry from: Jessie C

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bed bugs in main bedroom. no other signs of them being anywhere else what level of service do you require type

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03 May

Pest Control

Reading - RG31

Enquiry from: Emma B

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get rid of rats please -?we have seen one in the kitchen and heard them under the floor. what level of service do you require type

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23 Mar

Pest Control

Reading - RG1

Enquiry from: KOMAL B

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we want to book inspection for bedbugs whether they were existed before 2 months. does your company provides this kind of reports? are you the property owner: tenant (with permission) property type: ...

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12 Mar

Pest Control | Woodworm

Reading - RG8

Enquiry from: Marija L

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i am purchasing a 1950's bungalow, the survey states "there are flight holes in purlin area of the loft hatch, although no activity can be seen it is advised to get this checked by a specialist". the ...

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22 Dec

Pest Control

Reading - RG31

Enquiry from: Dave M

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i need a quote to fumigate 1 room what level of service do you require type

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25 Nov

Pest Control

Reading - RG2

Enquiry from: Kausar K

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i need the house fumigated. i have noticed mutes/ flea in most of the bedrooms. some more than ithers please call to appoint what level of service do you require type

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How much do Pest Controller services cost?

How much do Pest Controllers in Reading cost?
Prices for Pest Controllers around Reading can fluctuate relying on the kind of job that you require to have done in your house. It's the question we are asked a lot "how much do Pest Controllers in Reading charge?". It's definitely very good to have an idea of how much a Pest Controller will likely charge for their services. Prices will probably vary based upon the products and the tradesperson chosen. The list reveals the sorts of task that Pest Controllers typically do and also the average cost variety of these jobs. Some projects take longer to complete than others so prices do be very different by project.

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The average price
of a Pest Controller in Reading is:

£206

Pest Controller job Pest Controller cost in 2025
Pest control in Reading £70-£180
Woodworm Treatment in Reading £362-£862
Wasp Nest Removal in Reading £70-£180
Flea Treatment in Reading £60-£184

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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 fleas in house?

More than being just a pesky nuisance, fleas are actually a risk to the health and overall wellbeing of your pets. As a result, when discovered in your personal space, there’s a need to do all in your capacity to ensure they’re totally eradicated. If you wish to learn an effective way to get rid of fleas, then you must go beyond simply learning a few tips on bathing your dog. This isn’t battle that can be won at once, it’ll take days or even weeks due to the life cycle, habits as well as abilities of the fleas. To get started, here’s what you need to know about getting rid of fleas in the house.

 

To get optimum results from a deep clean, there’s the need to take out  and wash all bedding including pet bedding. Also, take the pets out of the house and move the furnitures in order to fully expose all the hidden areas in the house. Once done, the next step would be to vacuum the space thoroughly ( using the beater bar style as recommended by the experts) and dispose off the vacuum bag or wash the waste container after vacuuming. Vacuuming does not only make the area clean and clear out the flea dirt, but the suction also forces larvae to come out of their insecticide-resistant cocoons quickly which goes a long way to simplify your work when you introduce the treatment.

 

The vacuum deep clean task should be repeated every other 10 days for about a month based on the severity of the flea infestation as well as the frequency at which you spot the fleas when cleaning. What’s more? The pet bedding should also be washed every week for about a month to prevent the re-infestation of the pesky bugs. It’s however important to note that if the problem is a serious one or you house infested is a heavily carpeted one, steam cleaning may be necessary once you’re done with the vacuuming.

What’s the best way to deal with pests?

It’s usually best to use some kind of preventative pest control as well as reactive measures. Pest control professionals will be able to advise you on the best kinds of preventative measures to take. However, if you are unfortunate enough to experience large numbers of pests, then you need to contact a pest controller straight away.

how to tell if woodworm is active?

It can be rather hard to identify whether woodworm are energetic or whether the damages and also holes are historical, particularly if you buy a product of antique furniture with indicators of woodworm, or if you move right into a new location as well as find some indicators of woodworm. Apart from searching for as well as determining live or dead bugs the major methods of informing if woodworm are energetic are:

 

  • Fresh cleaning or frassing under or beside the holes
  • You can see light coloured timber in the holes, which have sharp edges
  • Edges of wooden light beams as well as joists are breaking away to reveal fresh, light timber beneath

The hardest part of the procedure is to appropriately diagnose if activity is present or historic so to start with there are some simple indications:

  • Brand-new exit openings in timbers, the shapes and size will certainly additionally identify the type of timber uninteresting beetle. The most typical, which is usually refered to as 'woodworm', is the usual furniture beetle (Anobium punctatum) as well as this leaves a rounded hole 1-2mm in size. It does depend on the type of timber however a brand-new opening is often 'intense' with a typical new wood colour where as an older opening might become dark as well as much less smooth.
  • Dirt, noticeable bore dirt called 'Frass' listed below the holes is usually the simplest sign of activity as aged dirt will blow away over time. Again the shape of the dirt can additionally aid identify the kind of beetle, Deathe watch beetle dirt has little 'bun' designed pellets noticeable to the naked eye.
  • Actual Beetles, on occasion you will certainly locate dead beeltes specifically on window sills as many emerge from springtime to the end of summer though its the Larva that cause one of the most harm with some kinds living and feeding for several years within the wood.
  • Crumbling hardwoods, this will certainly most commonly take place on floorboards as they have a tendency to be thinner than roof lumbers or joists and also will escape to the touch.

These are the most convenient signs of activity though there are expert examinations that can be finished most are not cost effective, the dampness material of the lumbers can additionally be an indicator as to whether infestation might take place as fairly completely dry timber will certainly not be susceptible (this would need a deep probe examination).

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 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.

How are pests treated?

This will vary depending on the type of pest. For insects, an insecticide spray or powder will usually be applied to the area. For other pests such as rodents, poison and traps will generally be used. Birds and larger mammals are often caught and released back into the wild.

Are DIY Flea treatments effective?

Not always is the answer, unfortunately many of the products sold for household use by untrained professionals may not get rid of all the fleas in your home. If some fleas are left they will reproduce and you will end up with a flea infestation again.

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