Myth Buster: Pest Edition

The UK is home to a fair few pests that seek to not only wreak havoc in day to day life, but also cause damage to your property by building nests. Luckily, Empire Pest Control is here to help, with our team of experienced specialists. We will support you from start to finish, and we’re more than happy to carry out on-going, contractual work to ensure your pest problem is kept at bay.

Still, we also believe it’s important for property owners to know what they’re up against, which is why we have put together the below guide: myth buster – pest edition.

I don’t have a pest problem therefore I don’t need the help of experts

Although you may not be able to spot any signs of a pest issue, it doesn’t mean that your property isn’t vulnerable to an infestation. In cases such as these, preventative methods are your best call, to avoid a problem in the future.

At the same time, it can often be difficult to diagnose a pest issue if you’re not well-versed in the industry, which is why our team are always on-hand to help and carry out a thorough inspection. After all, it’s better to be safe than sorry.

I keep my property clean, so there’s no chance of bed bugs invading

As tidy and sanitary as your property may be, it doesn’t mean it isn’t susceptible to bed bugs. This particular pest is attracted to food sources (a place where they can easily access blood meals), not dirt, which is where many property owners fail to keep up their guard. In saying this, a messy home may conceal early red flags, so keeping your space tidy may help when it comes to diagnosing a bed bug issue.

My feline friend is a sure-fire way to avoid an outburst of mice

Unfortunately, while your kitten or adult cat may make a habit of chasing and catching the occasional mouse, this doesn’t mean they can act as a pest control measure, at all. Instead, if you suspect you may have a mice infestation, it’s best to call in the experts to deal with the situation instead of relying on your feline friend to do all the hard work.

These are just three debunked pest control myths to remember. Of course, if you need any more information about the pest you may be facing, we have plenty of details on our website. Or, you can get in touch today to speak to a specialist, for advice and support.