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.

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28 November 2017

Pest advice for controlling Termites

Social insects which may live in communities of many millions of individuals. In tropical and sub-tropical countries they are major pests of timber buildings. Not presently found in the UK but global warming may allow them to establish in the south of England.

How to get rid of Termites

If you suspect you have Termites, we would strongly recommend that you contact your Local Authority Environmental Health Department.

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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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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.