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A freedom of information act request on Hounslow Borough Council in London recently confirmed that there has been 15,000 pest control related incidents reported in the borough over the past 3 years. Pests are clearly on the increase – But is this a surprise?

From our experience the major pests we have treated in Hounslow of late are bed bugs and rats.
Bed bugs prefer a warm environment and lots of carbon dioxide (CO2). This is why they are usually found around the bed at night and bite marks usually are more apparent on the upper part of the body (CO2 in breath).
The rise in multi let occupancy accomodation in the area has increased the bed bug population exponentially by prevailing to the conditions required by the critters. Bedbugs were almost wiped out in London in the 60’s but recent increase in foreign travel for holidays has also helped spread the infestation of bugs in the area.

The rat problem is due to a number of other factors. Waste disposal is certainly one key to eradicating rats. If we were to have 2 bin collections a week the number of rats present would undoubtedly fall considerably as without a food source rats cannot survive.
Another issue with rats in London is ineffective methods of removal. This is generally because a lot of people are choosing to try and treat for rats themselves before getting professional help.
If rat poisons are used in these circumstances, often second-rate chemicals and incorrect dosages mean rats thrive on these products and in fact find it quite edible!
This means we often find areas where rats are resistant to some chemicals, making the knowledge of a professional pest controller all the more important.

Kentucky Fried Chicken (KFC) has been found to have breached hygiene regulations in one of Britains most popular branches.

The company said it admitted to not having proper pest control at it’s branch in Leicester Square, London, while attending a hearing at City of Westminster Magistrates’ Court, in central London.

Environmental health officers from the City of Westminster Council said cockroaches, rodents and flying insects were found during a routine inspection of the property located at Coventry Street back in 2008.

KFC said it also admitted failing to provide hygienic facilities for handwashing and failing to keep the restaurant clean and in good order during Thursday’s hearing.

The firm, based in Woking, Surrey, also admitted poor design and construction of the premises resulting in inadequate food hygiene practices.

After the hearing, KFC spokeswoman Nina Arnott said: “These charges date back to August 2008 and, as soon as we were made aware of the results of the inspection, we took immediate action to bring the restaurant back up to our strict hygiene standards.

“A new manager has been installed and the restaurant has performed well on recent EHO (environmental health officer) inspections.

“It has just undergone a complete renovation and we are closely monitoring to ensure that our high standards are maintained.”

KFC will be back before the court later this year.

If you’re about to jet off on a winter break, there’s one range of products you can’t afford to leave behind: Blitz, a powerful bug preventative and eradicator, 100% effective against biting mosquitoes and bed bugs.

Mosquitoes are attracted to people for various reasons, including body warmth, movement and carbon dioxide. One of the best ways to prevent insect bites is to use essential oils derived from natural sources as a repellent. And that’s exactly what is contained in a bottle of Blitz Mosquito. The formula is made up of a potent mix of lemongrass, citronella, lavender, eucalyptus and citrepel to create a fresh smelling product that is one of the most effective mosquito repellent ever tested at the London School of Tropical Medicine.

Available as a roll-on applicator, Blitz Mosquito protects against biting insects, ticks and leeches and does not contain any DEET. It’s effective for up to 10 hours. This powerful insect repellent is suitable for both children and adults in both high and low risk areas where malaria and other insect transmitted diseases are prevalent.

And don’t forget a bottle of Blitz Bed Bugs. Bed bug infestations are on the rise; they’re spread by people, via clothes, luggage and furniture, and are most prevalent in places with high occupancy. It’s a problem affecting not only hotels, but also cruise ships and airlines worldwide. One of the clearest tell-tale signs of a bed bug infestation is to look out for tiny patches of blood on the sheets or mattress when you check into a hotel – these stains are the blood of a former occupant of the bed, not a very pleasant thought.

Treating the infected area with Blitz Bed Bugs will kill 100% of bed bugs. Fast acting and safe, the spray is odourless and only contains active natural ingredients.

A handy travel pack of products (Blitz Mosquito and Blitz Bed Bugs) is also available. All Blitz products are Health and Safety Executive approved and have undergone rigorous testing at the London School of Hygiene and Tropical Medicine.

The full range of Blitz products also includes Blitz Dust Mites and Blitz Nitz (head lice).

So whether you’re skiing in the Alps or soaking up the sun on the Bajan beaches, take advantage of their exclusive 25% discount.

East Anglian Pest Control has launched a new website.

The new site gives potential clients a full list of the services they offer and the locations they cover (including Suffolk, Norfolk, Cambridgeshire and surrounding areas of East Anglia)

East Anglian Pest Control was started by Richard Harvey. With over 20 years experience, Richard and his operatives have completed training with all the major pest control companies. They are at ease working in high risk sites such food production areas or hospitals. They often work in warehouses, retails stores, breweries, horse studs and the like, but are also comfortable outdoors looking after agricultural pest control, bird proofing etc.

If you need pest control services, pick up the phone and have a chat. They’re happy to give honest advice and offer free surveys for contracts. Naturally, they’re fully insured and complete health & safety checks before any work starts.

Blitz is the brand new and 100% effective preventative and eradicator for a wide range of pest control problems across the hospitality and travel industries.

Blitz products kill bed bugs, dust mites and mosquitoes, and are:

• Effective
• Kill on contact
• Contain natural active ingredients
• Health and Safety Executive approved
• London School of Hygiene and Tropical Medicine approved

Blitz Bed Bugs

Bed bugs thrive in places with high occupancy, such as hotels and hostels, and on public transport, such as planes, trains and buses. They can be spread on clothes, bags and furniture.

And they multiply quickly – one female bed bug could lead to around 3,000 in three months if the infestation is not treated effectively. They feast entirely on human blood.

Bed bugs can live for as long as 18 months before their next feed, although they typically seek blood every five to 10 days. Female bed bugs can lay up to five eggs a day and 500 during a lifetime. Bed bug infestations are on the rise in the UK and around the world, and this is partly due to an increase in international travel and banned toxic products. So it’s time to get aggressive with the problem.

Fast acting, Blitz Bed Bugs kills 100% of bed bugs within 48 hours, and contains active natural ingredients based on chrysanthemum extract, unlike other products on the market.

The Blitz Bed Bugs product range has been clinically proven to kill bed bugs. It’s very simple to use; just point to the infected area and spray. The product starts to work immediately and because it contains only natural active ingredients, the area can be used by guests straightaway, so you’re not losing valuable revenue. The bugs will not revisit the treated area for three months.

Blitz Dust Mites

Mattresses, pillows, carpets and upholstery are all hotbeds for the common dust mite, which can trigger a number of allergies including asthma and eczema attacks. Unfortunately there’s no cure for dust mites, you can only control the levels of them in your business.

One treatment with Blitz Dust Mites kills 80% of the problem; it starts to work from the moment it’s sprayed, using only natural active ingredients derived from chrysanthemum extract, which is harmless to the environment. No product on the market will completely eradicate dust mites, but Blitz dust mites has been clinically proven by the London School of Hygiene & Tropical medicine to control dust mite problems when used regularly. Just point and spray.

Blitz Mosquitoes

Mosquitoes are attracted to humans for various reasons, including body warmth, movement and carbon dioxide.

One of the best ways to prevent insect bits is to use essential oils derived from natural sources as a repellent. And that’s exactly what is contained in a bottle of Blitz Mosquitoes. The formula is made up of a potent mix of lemongrass, citronella, lavender, eucalyptus and citrepel to create a fresh smelling product that is one of the most effective mosquito repellent ever tested at the London School of Tropical Medicine.

Available as a roll-on applicator, Blitz Mosquito protects against biting insects, ticks and leeches and does not contain any DEET. It’s effective for up to 10 hours.

This powerful insect repellent is suitable for both children and adults in both high and low risk areas where malaria and other insect transmitted diseases are prevalent.