TDC Pest Control Attleborough

Have you noticed a large amount of wasps in the upstairs of your home? Or maybe bees have caused structural damage to your property, for example holes in your walls or damaged mortar between your bricks? Then it’s time to call TDC Pest Control, as one of the top pest control companies in Norfolk, they will ensure your pest problem is resolved quickly and efficiently.

TDC Pest Control, have been established in Norfolk for over ten years, and during that time have developed a reputation for excellence in pest control management. TDC Pest Control use locally based Norfolk pest controllers, to cover Attleborough and in and around the Norfolk postcode, ensuring that there is always an available qualified pest controller to resolve your pest problem.

Every member of the TDC Pest Control team, is fully certified and highly skilled in all methods of fumigation, poison and insecticide handling as well as extermination. If you have a pest problem that needs a professional, then call TDC Pest Control now on: 0800 987 0109

Providing a high quality service at competitive rates, we are available via our dedicated hotline day or night, 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, 365 days a year*. We understand that when an infestation takes hold in your home, it can be unbearable. That is why if you have an emergency pest crisis, our experienced controllers can be with you within 30-90* minutes.

TDC Pest Control specialise in all types of pest management, some of which include:

• Cluster fly control
• Bug extermination
• Ant pest control
• Moth infestation
• Beetle treatment (larvae of carpet beetle)
• Rodent control
• Squirrel prevention
• Bed bug extermination
• Flea fumigation.

*Where possible.

What are the differences between bees and wasps?

Aside from any differences in appearance, the main difference between bees and wasps is that wasps can become aggressive or agitated when they feel that their nest may be under threat.

Wasps – Wasps infest during the warmer months of the year. Measuring at approximately 2cm in length, with smooth, black and yellow striped bodies. Wasps tend to build nests in dark and dry corners, forming colonies and causing a nuisance in your home.

Bees – Masonry bees are the main pest that is treated, due to their ability to create cavities and potentially cause structural damage such as drilling holes in walls. The preferred method of dealing with bees is via the Bee Keeping Association.

Species of bees that are subject to pest control

• Masonry bees are the smallest of the bee species that are black and orange in colour. These bees drill into brick work to create cavities to build nests, potentially causing structural damage.

• Bumble bees are the largest of the bee species. Fluffy all over, black with yellow bands and may build nests anywhere.
• Honey bees have a fluffy head with a smooth body. They are black and yellow-orange in colour and like bumble bees, can build their nests anywhere. Honey bees are the only type of bees dealt with by the British Bee Keepers Association (BBKA)

Why is it necessary to wait at least 24 hours after discovering a bees or wasps nest to have it treated?

It is normally suggested that the customer should wait at least 24 hours before contacting a pest control engineer about a bees or wasps nest as generally they tend to move on during this time period. If they are still prominent after 24 hours, then it is suggested that the customer contacts the British Bee Keeping Association first, and then a pest control engineer after this.

Are wasps nests dangerous?

The wasps nest itself is not dangerous, however, if a wasp feels that its nest may be under threat, they will more than likely to try and warn you off by stinging you. It is suggested that if you do come into contact with a wasp, you should never try and harm them, especially if you are allergic to a wasps sting, as the results could be fatal. The temper of the wasp nest is determined by the queen. If she is particularly aggressive, this behaviour will be passed onto her offspring and the entire nest in turn will become very aggressive.

What are carpet beetles and what do they do?

The carpet beetle consists of two forms that are subject to pest control, the adult beetle and the larvae. As a major pest of textiles, carpet beetles live within the felt of the carpet, eating back into the underlay.

The larvae (also known as the Woolly Bear), is 4-5mm in length with a striped hair-covered body, often rolling up into a ball when disturbed. As they grow, they malt, leaving old cast-off skins behind.

Adult carpet beetles have small, round bodies that are approximately 2-4mm in size with a brown, mottled colour. Adults generally seek egg-laying sites and are often seen in spring.

TDC Pest Fact: Some beetles produce light and have the ability to glow in the dark.

How can a carpet beetle infestation be treated?

Carpet beetles can be treated quickly and efficiently by a qualified pest controller, by using a water-based insecticide to fog throughout the infected area. The carpet should ideally be removed and disposed of, this is because by keeping infested garments, the risk of being unable to stop the infestation is significantly increased. Only after this should the floor be treated. Once this has settled a new carpet can then be laid.

How can I prepare the premises to ensure treatment is completely effective?

If you have arranged for a pest controller to visit and treat the infested premises, you should ensure that the infested room(s) are cleared of any clutter, such as furniture. Soft furnishings should also be removed and washed at the highest possible temperature, in order for the treatment to be more effective and ensure the infestation is no longer present.

Whether you are experiencing a bee or wasps nest, or are suffering from a carpet beetle infestation, please call TDC Pest Control today on 0800 987 0109 for your pest problem to be resolved and efficiently.