PestAware the pest control blog from BPCA

PestAware is a blog for anyone with public health pest control problems or concerns. PestAware is packed with professional advice from leading experts in the pest control industry and is designed to help you tackle your domestic or commercial pest problems.

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29 October 2024

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Add pest proofing to garden jobs this autumn, says BPCA

Gardeners across the UK are being urged to look at protecting their plots from public health pests this autumn, says BPCA.

03 March 2025

Don't let pests spoil Pancake Day

Ahead of Pancake Day, British Pest Control Association urges pancake lovers to make sure you check your cupboards and ingredients for tiny insect pests.

09 January 2025

How do I stop birds nesting on my property?

Bird proofing is a complex task that should always be left to trained pest professionals rather than attempted as a DIY project.

18 December 2024

Pick a professional for protection from pests

Technical and Compliance Manager at British Pest Control Association, Niall Gallagher, explains the value of professional pest management for agriculture businesses.

27 November 2024

Red Spider Mites on the hunt for spaces to hibernate

Female Red Spider Mites can invade homes in large numbers during the autumn as they seek out places to hibernate, say experts at a national trade body.

29 October 2024

Add pest proofing to garden jobs this autumn, says BPCA

Gardeners across the UK are being urged to look at protecting their plots from public health pests this autumn, says BPCA.

19 September 2024

Stop the presses! BPCA in the media

Find out how BPCA engages with the press to reach the public on behalf of the pest management sector.

11 July 2024

Pest warning to Scots as bin strikes loom

PRESS RELEASE BPCA is advising Scottish residents to prepare for potential pest infestations due to impending summer bin strikes over pay disputes, which could leave refuse accumulating on the streets.

16 May 2024

Food prices and public health at risk from ‘ill-thought-out’ pest control legislation

PRESS RELEASE: BPCA says that plans to license the use of glue boards in the country will have a devastating impact on food security, public health and vulnerable members of society.

27 March 2024

BPCA to feature on Britain’s popular current affairs show

ITV’s Tonight, Britain’s most popular current affairs programme, has zeroed in on pest control in the UK - and BPCA was on hand to set out the importance of professionalism in the industry.

27 February 2024

Easy checks to weed out fake pest controllers

Reports of thieves posing as pest controllers have sparked a warning from a national trade body.

18 December 2023

Pest experts offer advice in wake of bed bug scam arrests

British Pest Control Association (BPCA) is encouraging householders to consult a pest professional if they are worried about a possible infestation amidst recent news.

11 December 2023

The pest that could point to problems with damp

A harmless pest could indicate damp problems in the home that may need attention, according to pest experts at a national trade body.

05 December 2023

Pesticide mix that caused death of holidaymakers not legal in UK

The practice of mixing pesticides – which resulted in the death of a Burnley couple who were on holiday in Egypt – is not legal in the UK, says BPCA.

29 November 2023

Check loft for pests when you’re getting the decs

BPCA are urging householders to check attics for signs of pests when getting decorations down ready for Christmas.

23 October 2023

Storm Babet floods will flush out rats, says BPCA

A national trade body is urging householders to take steps to prevent rats seeking refuge in their homes from the recent flooding.

04 October 2023

BPCA urges vigilance on bed bugs, following France fears

Vigilance is key in tackling internationally-spreading bed bug infestations, says British Pest Control Association (BPCA).

12 September 2023

September may see spike in spiders, says BPCA

Experts at British Pest Control Association (BPCA) say spiders are more likely to be seen indoors in September as they seek out dry places to breed.

29 August 2023

Bins are key battleground in protecting public from pests, says BPCA

British Pest Control Association (BPCA) is urging householders to prepare to deal with household waste themselves if kerbside collections are disrupted.

23 June 2023

June 2023 update on Asian hornets in UK

In this guest article, Elliott and Martin Rose-King, from Bounty Pest Control, provide an update on Asian hornet sightings in the UK.

24 May 2023

BPCA teams up with Direct Line in radio rat interview blitz

British Pest Control Association was asked by insurance giant Direct Line to be the expert pest control voice for their rodent infestation media push.

27 April 2023

Be wary of gulls as breeding season in full swing, says BPCA

As families across the UK head to the seaside during the school Easter holidays, a national trade body is urging people to be wary of gulls as their egg-laying season gets underway.

23 February 2023

Why rodenticide resistance poses a problem for food processors

Food processors using ‘permanent baiting’ as a form of DIY pest control could be inadvertently contributing to the rise of the rodenticide-resistant pests, says Technical Manager at British Pest Control Association (BPCA), Natalie Bungay.

23 January 2023

Think twice before tackling winter rats, says trade body

Experts at British Pest Control Association (BPCA) are advising householders to think twice before attempting DIY measures to control rats.

21 December 2022

Guest blog: Don't let pests spoil your Christmas!

Deck the halls, trim the trees and read this blog from BPCA member PestFix on how to avoid pest problems this holiday season.

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02 January 2024

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Professional rodenticide users have two years to prepare for changes

PRESS RELEASE: All user groups of SGARs covered by the UK Rodenticide Stewardship Regime have two years to prepare for a significant change in access to such products.

06 June 2022

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Daera reopen Northern Ireland Wild Bird Licence Consultation

Daera/Northern Ireland Environment Agency is currently considering the wild bird general licences for 2022/2023 and beyond.

13 June 2019

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Defra release three new general licences for bird control

Three new general licences for the killing or taking of wild birds in England will be issued at 00:01 on Friday 14 June, says Defra.

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03 March 2025

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Don't let pests spoil Pancake Day

Ahead of Pancake Day, British Pest Control Association urges pancake lovers to make sure you check your cupboards and ingredients for tiny insect pests.

09 January 2025

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How do I stop birds nesting on my property?

Bird proofing is a complex task that should always be left to trained pest professionals rather than attempted as a DIY project.

18 December 2024

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Featured

Pick a professional for protection from pests

Technical and Compliance Manager at British Pest Control Association, Niall Gallagher, explains the value of professional pest management for agriculture businesses.