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Commercial Contracts

Ian — Mon, 13 Jan 2020 16:27:11 +0000

Do you require a Pest Control service Contract for your business? If so read on and see if we can help you.

Commercial Premises

Our services to commercial premises are designed to meet the requirements of each business.

Based near Bury St Edmunds we cover many villages surrounding Cambridge, Ely, Stowmarket, Mildenhall, Lakenheath, Woolpit, Great Barton, Thetford, Haverhill, Brandon and many more

We cover a wide range of premises from; Factories and Schools, to leisure centres and Industrial units aswell as Stables, yards and studs to small retail outlets.

We also carry out work for landlords, Estate Agents, Housing Associations and the local authorities

All of our contracts are tailored to suit you, your premises and requirements, with excellent value charges depending on the type of premises and the number of visits required.

After each visit a written report will be issued containing the details of all treatments, materials used and any recommendations we feel may have;

Call us for free advice and to arrange a free quote.

07775 801190

Rats

Ian — Mon, 13 Jan 2020 16:21:44 +0000

Finding rats in your property or garden can be very upsetting.

Flying pests are back and with vengeance!

Watch out for Wasps and Hornets.

Swarming Bees can be a problem too! We can relocate most swarms for you, keeping them alive but out of harms way!

Ants are beginning to make themselves a nuisance.

Call us for help.

07775 801190

Pest of the month

Ian — Wed, 08 Mar 2017 10:13:07 +0000

FERAL PIGEON

One of the difficulties of controlling pigeon populations is the common practice of feeding them.

Feral pigeons are often considered a pest or even vermin, owing to concerns that they spread disease especially bird flu, howevert it has been shown pigeons do not carry the deadly H5N1 strain. It is rare that a pigeon will transmit a disease to humans due to their immune system. However, other contagion besides bird flu are transmitted by pigeons. For example, the bacteria Chlamydophila psittaci is endemic among pigeons and causes psittacosis in humans. It is transmitted both from handling pigeons but mostly from their droppings.

Psittacosis is a serious disease but rarely fatal (less than 1%). Pigeons are also important vectors for different species of the bacteria Salmonella which causes diseases as salmonallosis and paratyphoid fever.

There is ample reason for the concerns of pigeons damaging property, due to their size and proximity to people and their dwellings. Pigeons often cause significant pollution with their droppings.,

Long-term reduction of feral pigeon populations can be achieved by restricting food supply, which in turn can involve legislation and litter control.

If you have a problem with Feral Pigeons or any other pests, please get in touch with us.

Pest Control For Business

Ian — Mon, 16 Jan 2017 21:00:40 +0000

Pest Control for Your Business

We offer complete pest control solutions for property managers, cafe and restaurant owners, shops, factories and offices. In fact we can provide unbeatable services for all commercial properties and business's at competitive prices.

Our Technicians carry out a full investigation of properties and talk to owners/operators and tenants where necessary to determine how we resolve and manage pest problems. The details of what we find at the property and the proposed measures are then discussed and agreed with our clients.

If you’re worried about signs of pests in your kitchen, café or restaurant, we can implement measures to get rid of any unwanted visitors and let you know how to avoid pest problems in the future.

On site inspection reports not only provide you with a full update as to our pest control services and management, they are also "Best Practice" records which can be shown to Environmental Health Inspectors.

Fleas

Ian — Tue, 05 Jul 2016 09:16:13 +0000

If you suspect that you may have an infestation of fleas 999 Pest Control can help.
In the event of infestation please call 999 Pest Control on 07775 801190

Adult Fleas are about 2-7mm long and brownish in colour. Their bodies are compressed which allows them to move efficiently through hairs, and their relatively large hind limbs allow them to have excellent jumping qualities.

All fleas live as parasites on warm blooded animals, and although the different species prefer their own host, the dog and cat flea can be found on and feeds from humans and other animals.

The females lay their eggs in the nest or bedding of the infested animals or in dust and crevices in buildings. The eggs then develop into bristly, legless larvae which pupate and turn into adults within approximately 7 weeks. Eggs are small oval shaped and pearl white. Larvae thrive in dark humid places. The pupa can remain through the winter, and emerge when triggered by the movement of a suitable host.

It was The Oriental Cat Flea which was the cause of millions of deaths during the middle ages spreading The Plague or Black Death as it was called. Whilst plague is not found in Britain it is still found in many other parts of the world.

Distribution

In the British Isles the following are most commonly found:

The Cat Flea (Ctenocephalides felis)
The Dog Flea (Ctenocephaides canis)
And occasionally The Human Flea.

Pest concerns

Fleas cause irritation to pets and people. They bite and feed on our blood.
Fleas can breed at an alarming rate.
Fleas have been known to spread disease.
Fleas can be difficult to control because of the nature of their lifecycle
Cat fleas account for the most common and largest infestations in the British Isles.

Control

If you suspect that you may have an infestation of fleas 999 Pest Control can help.

In the event of infestation please call 999 Pest Control on 07775 801190

Get rid of wasps. Get rid of bees. Get rid of Hornets. Get rid of ants.

Ian — Thu, 26 May 2016 16:27:18 +0000

Flying pests are back and with vengeance!

Watch out for Wasps and Hornets.

Swarming Bees can be a problem too! We can relocate most swarms for you, keeping them alive but out of harms way!

Ants are beginning to make themselves a nuisance.

Call us for help.

07775 801190

Swarming Bees

Ian — Wed, 11 May 2016 16:38:03 +0000

Its that time of the year again!

The weather has warmed up and bees are begining to swarm.

Swarming is the process by which a new honey bee colony is formed when the Queen Bee leaves the colony with a large group of worker bees. In the prime swarm, about 60% of the worker bees leave the original hive location with the old queen. This swarm can contain thousands to tens of thousands of bees. Swarming is mainly a spring phenomenon, usually within a two- or three-week period depending on the locale, but occasional swarms can happen throughout the producing season.

Warning! dont upset swarming bees, remember they can and will sting if you provoke them or get too near.

If they arent causing a nuisance leave them alone, they will eventually find a new home.

However If they are a problem call 999 Pest Control for help 07775 801190

Springtime pest control

Ian — Wed, 27 Apr 2016 13:19:57 +0000

Spring is here, (well I think it is) and so are the season’s pests! It is time to start thinking about getting rid of bugs and beasties! The smart homeowner will want to eliminate them as quickly as possible. This way, you control the infestation at an early stage. before the situation gets worse and you have a calamity on your hands.

Getting rid of any pests at the earliest is the best way to make sure that your home and your family is protected from damage and disease.

Common Pests Found During Spring

Ants

Your home and garden can definitely be infested by this common pest this spring. It is important that you keep your eyes open to make sure that you catch them early on. This will not be difficult as ants are easy to spot. Conventional methods of pest control are often not effective once a full-blown infestation has occurred and this is why you need to keep a lookout for the early signs.

Flies

These pests are a problem that all households have to put up with. Flies start coming out when the weather starts getting warm. It is difficult to isolate this problem but it is possible to control it. Keeping your home clean and disinfected can help a lot in keeping flies away.

Cockroaches

Springtime is when cockroaches emerge. Cleaning your home regularly is one way to keep them at bay. Mop your floors regularly to clean up sticky spots as well as crumbs. You should also make sure that you clean grease away from any surface. Remember to dispose of rubbish regularly and correctly as well.

Professional Pest Control

If you have a problem with any pests and cnt deal with it yourself It is best to call in proffesional pest control (999 Pest Control) as we have the know-how as well as the tools to make sure that all the pests that wreak havoc in your home are eliminated. We use different techniques and equipment for different types of pests. When you hire our services, you can rest easy knowing that your home and your family are safe from all the threats that bugs and other pests bring. With us taking care of pest control, you can prevent damage to your home and keep diseases away from your loved ones.

Call us now on 07775 801190

Spring has sprung

Ian — Fri, 25 Mar 2016 14:22:44 +0000

Well it seems like its been around for a while now what with the blossom being out early but this week I heard my first Cuckoo of the year (very early)

I have seen numerous bees (Honey and Bumble)

And I have seen two Queen Wasps today! Watch out they hold a nasty sting.

Why not give your sheds and garages a spring good clean.

Throw out old bird food, grass seed (any potential rodent food! Check for rats or mouse nests! Check for evidence of rodents (droppings)

Check for Queen wasps and their starter nest (golf ball shaped and sized greyish balls hanging up from ceilings or off walls)

Clean the floors removing rubbish etc.

The tidier your shed the less inviting to pests!

It will soon be summer!