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Urban Myth: Essential Oils Can Get Rid of Pests
Do a quick search on the internet and you’ll find many claims about essential oils. From getting rid of a headache to fighting infections, it seems like there’s nothing that a few drops of the right oil can’t do. But can they get rid of pests? There are plenty of...
Should My Landlord Sort My Pest Control?
If you’re a commercial tenant, you’ll know how important it is to properly understand the terms of your lease, especially when it comes to what your responsibilities are. One of the things that is important to know is who is responsible for pest control on the...
Sleep Tight.
"Sleep tight. Don't let the Bed Bugs bite." Probably one of your grandparents' favourite sayings to you at bedtime. Bed bugs. Just hearing the name makes me want to scratch. You are probably the same, but bear with me, and don't start to scratch just yet!Although, if...
Its Hot Out There!
Parts of the UK saw their hottest ever July day on Wednesday, with temperatures reaching 98F at Heathrow Airport. As temperatures rocket, spare a thought for our 'feathered friends' in the garden, and make sure they have a supply of clean, fresh water at all times....
Spring Is Here, And Love Is In The Air
Spring is here, and love is in the air - especially for Britain's 100,000 breeding pairs of urban seagulls nesting in towns and cities around our nation. Probably on a roof near you! They have become a new inland feature, largely since the end of WW2, and have taken...
Audio Deterrents
Contego AERO is our bird control and proofing division. We use a wide range of tactics against nuisance birds, including these audio deterrents which we installed on a factory roof which was experiencing problems with visiting birds. Audio 'bird scarers' are able...
Wasp Nests
Don't try this at home (Part 2) !! Following on from our warning about DIY rat control, please be careful if you decide to try and tackle a wasps nest. Last Saturday a 44 year old man in the east of France was badly stung whilst trying to remove a nest, and he...
Save The Bees
Save the bees! Whilst we sometimes have to undertake pest control, we are also conscious to help our friendly wildlife. Honey bees across the world are in decline, under threat from viruses, and without beekeepers to care for them they could disappear in a few years....
Chapter 8
Today we begin our Health & Safety lesson at Chapter 8 in the manual....Chapter 8 (2009) of the The Traffic Signs Manual, to be precise. This states the requirements for Traffic Barriers and Pedestrian Barriers to ensure a safe working area for the workforce, and...
Grounds Maintinance
Well, July gave us record-breaking temperatures - followed by the usual rain! Great news for your grassland areas which may well resemble a jungle by now! Fortunately, at Contego Response we understand the importance of good and effective grounds...
I am unsure about the type of pest I have?
If you are struggling to identify which pesky pest is in or around your home, use our Pest ID guides for useful information on how to spot, identify and treat specific pests. Click here to check it out – https://contegohomeshield.com/know-how/ and select the pest guides.
How often do I need to spray insecticide?
We recommend spraying insecticide in the affected area daily until there is no longer any pest activity
Where should I look for pest activity?
Rodents tend to nest in warm spaces such as lofts and under floorboard, kitchen units, under the bath, walls.
Fleas bedbugs, moths, beetles etc tend to be found in carpets and other fabrics
Wasps are commonly located in air brick covers, lofts and under facias
Cockcroaches love warm spaces
Do I need to unwrap the rodenticides?
No, our rodenticides will be just as effective in the packaging as out of it.
When using our blocks in conjuction with a bait station, these can be unwrapped
What do rodents eat?
A: Mice and rats are not fussy eaters. In the wild, they will typically eat seed, grains and fruit, but if the rodents are in your home, they will gnaw away at almost anything they can find. Dry foods like cereals are easy targets, but both rats and mice will be indiscriminate when it comes to sustenance. Don’t be surprised to see evidence of rodents around bins and waste food – this is a common factor in the initial attraction of mice and rats to your home in the first place.
Where is the best place to put poison?
Place the poison near locations of high pest activity. When using outside,or indoors around children/pets, use a bait station to protect local wildlife, pets and children
How long do mice live for?
Mice have a life expectancy of 18 months to two years. They tend to breed every 35 days so it is important to keep putting down poison until it is no longer being taken.
Are your products pet safe?
We recommend keeping all products out of reach from pets and children
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