With warm weather comes the wasps and this year is looking to be a busy one with 8 wasp nest treatments booked in this week already! Wasp nest season usually runs from April/May through to September/October, however much of this is weather dependant - the longer the...
After suffering from recurrent external rat infestations at a commercial premises in Stroud we were called in to investigate. It didn't take long before the source of the infestations was discovered, a huge hole leading straight out from the manhole and into the...
A comprehensive drain survey undertaken for rat ingress points in Stroud, today identified not one, but two, redundant and uncapped lines on the sewer system. Redundant lines below ground are often left uncapped and allow rats out of the sewer system, where they will...
Mole trapping programme set up in Tetbury this week. Tell-tale signs of an active mole are fresh hills (mounds of earth) which begin to pop up from the ground. The sooner control is put in place the better when it comes to moles, as the damage they can create to a...
Things that go bump in the night... After several nights of noise disturbance in a loft in Tetbury we were contacted to investigate... with no obvious signs of the pest at large a camera was set up to monitor for any movements in and out of the loft and low and behold...
Starting up the quarterly squirrel trapping programme in Cirencester this week. We have been busy protecting the many trees on these beautiful grounds from grey squirrels over the past 12 months, undertaking trapping programmes every 3 months to keep the squirrel...
With the weather remaining unseasonably warm we are still receiving several calls regarding moles throughout Gloucestershire. Today found us in Tetbury, returning to check the mole traps set a few days ago. Two moles successfully caught and no new mole hills which is...
Whilst undertaking a loft clean following a resolved rat infestation in Stroud we identified multiple areas of damaged electrical wiring. Chewed wires pose a significant risk to both the safety of the property and those living in the home. This is a risk it can be...
Another successful wasp nest treatment completed in Dursley today. Wasps were going into the soffit vent at this property, 2 hours after the treatment we received a follow-up video and not a wasp to be seen! Check out the 'before and after' videos below!
Conclusion of a mole trapping programme in Cheltenham today. Unfortunately the moles seem to favour the grounds here, however there are now 4 less moles after our successful trapping programme. Moles can unfortunately cause extensive damage to fields and gardens,...
Squirrel control programme initiated in Minchinhampton, Stroud today. The damage caused to the trees by the grey squirrels has to be one of the worst cases we have seen, with vast areas of bark completely stripped off tree limbs. The photos speak for themselves, each...
With the cost of living a constant strain for us all we understand that it can be difficult to decide whether to use professional pest control services or to go down the DIY route when pests have invaded your property or grounds. Here we explore the key pros and cons...
Rats keeping us busy with pest control in Cirencester this week! Loud scurrying noises had been heard in the ceiling of this extension, it didn't take long to find where they were entering the property though! Return visit now booked to replace the cladding, mesh and...
Gully repair completed in Dursley this week. After suffering from multiple rat infestations over the years we were called in to undertake a drain survey which identified a ground-level gully had been installed above an original gully, with the dreaded expanding foam...
Pest control visit 5 of the day, rats getting into a shed in Dursley... This was one was and dusted in one visit, a missing section of wood had been allowing rats into the shed where they had been tucking into the bird seed stored inside. Proofing to the shed was...
Another successful mole trapping programme completed in Cam, Dursley this week. Three moles caught, with a a 'double-whammy' on the one trap! Moles cause significant damage to lawns and grounds so swift control is required. Contact us today to arrange your mole...
'Tis the season for squirrel control! Squirrel trapping programme initiated in Cirencester this week, once they have been eradicated the entry point will then be proofed to stop any future re-infestation. Pest control for squirrels requires a dual approach,...
An initial site survey in Stonehouse, Stroud today to investigate an internal rat infestation. A thorough survey of the property identified a hole in the ground leading into the foundations of the property, an easy access point for rats and right next to where the...
Conclusion of a rat pest control job in Stroud today, proofing up a hole which had been allowing rats into the basement of this property. When it comes to rats, finding their entry point is key to stopping the problem permanently. Although many pest control providers...
Completion of a loft clean and installation of a cluster fly control machine in Blockley, near Moreton-in-Marsh this week. Previously the cluster flies had been exterminated by the homeowner using a smoke bomb, leaving insulation covered with dead flies galore! A full...
Fox control programme underway in Cheltenham. Foxes can often find themselves in urban locations, where they can spread mange and cause damage to grounds and lawns. Our fox control programmes are designed to clear the area of the problem foxes, to ensure they no...
A full drain survey undertaken in Tetbury this week. The break can be clearly seen in the sewer line, which has been allowing rats to exit the system and tunnel out into the garden. Drain surveys are one of the many tools we use when investigating rat infestations,...
Wasp nest treatment in Quenington, Cirencester today. Wasps can commonly be seen going in to the eaves of a property. This one was located on the front porch, not a location you want to find wasps in when you come home each day! At this time of year wasp nests can be...
Wasp nest removal completed in Stroud this week. After the weight of the nest began damaging the ceiling, removal was the only way to go with this one. Full removal of the nest and a return visit to re-plaster the ceiling to repair the area. Wasp nest treatments and...
ACD PEST CONTROL
89 Glebe Road, Minchinhampton
Stroud, GL6 9JY
Mobile: 07854 945 709
Tel: 01453 883 849
Email: info@acdpestcontrol.co.uk