Michael Coates

The majority of all British spider species pose little or no risk to public safety. However, we do understand that the psychological effects spiders can have in your home can be severe and consuming. Here are 3 simple yet effective tips to ensure you maintain a spider free house: Housekeeping – regular and thorough cleaning […]

Wasp nests are often found within building or in gardens. Mainly in loft cavities, cracks in chimneys, sheds, fascias, vents etc. Quite likely they will be high up and inaccessible. Spring is the time when the queen will start building, mid summer is when food is in abundance and late summer when the queen is […]

As a general rule I would strongly advice against using any form of insecticide in or around Bee’s, especially the Honey Bee. When honey bee population levels are at its lowest since records began please feel honoured if you have a hive in your property. Protecting these insects at a micro level (in our gardens, […]

With around 60 species of flea that call the UK home I would like to get a little specific. Basically this advice is mainly for dog and cat fleas and how we deal with these in your property. Main thing when dealing with fleas is that we are thorough and break the life cycle. This […]

At a domestic level its never a good sign when we are frequented by drain flies. They live in areas of sludge and flourish in areas of bacteria, fungi and algae. Their life cycle is fairly slow but this increases in the summer months. Preventing drain flies in your home is very basic at one […]

Celebrations are well underway and at this time of the year we can understandably take our eye off several house keeping chores. Not to worry, here are a few reminders to ensure we stay pest free. Keep all food waste secured in an appropriate container. Many local authorities provided sealed compost bins but for those […]

Yesterday (20th December 2017) saw the release of the ‘Defence industrial policy’. Forwarded by Defence Secretary Gavin Williamson this document goes in to great detail how UK Defence have reviewed their previous policies and the way forward. The unveiling of this 3-pronged refresher of the original paper speaks volumes about the future of defence procurement […]