Have you noticed mounds of earth in your garden? Or is it that birds are causing defacement to your property? Then call TDC Pest Control today. With over ten years experience in pest control management, TDC Pest Control have developed a reputation for excellence and professionalism. Whether you have an infestation in your home or commercial property, our locally based Cornwall pest controllers cover Calstock and throughout the Cornwall postcode. Our fully qualified pest controllers will ensure your pest problem is resolved quickly and efficiently, all whilst being safe and discreet.
Every member of the TDC Pest Control, controller 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 today on: 0800 987 0109
TDC Pest Control have a dedicated hotline for any pest related problem. Our fully trained and knowledgeable operator team are available to help resolve your pest dilemma any time, 24 hours a day*, 365 days* a year. If you have an emergency pest problem, our experienced pest controllers can be with you within just 30-90* minutes.
TDC Pest Control specialise in all types of pest management, including, but not restricted by:
- Cluster fly control
- Bed bug extermination
- Ant pest control
- Moth infestation
- Beetle treatment
- Rodent control
- Flea fumigation
If you suspect you may have an infestation in your domestic or commercial property, we can help. We have included some helpful tips and information about just some of the pests our expert controllers treat, and how to recognise the signs of an infestation.
TDC Pest Control Questions & Answers
Moles
Moles are burrowing mammals measuring at approximately 12-15cm in length, with a dark, brown-black fur covered body. These mammals are virtually blind and live underground, manoeuvring through and creating a network of tunnels. Consequently, they are known to leave mounds of earth on the surface, although are mainly considered as a pest if they cause damage to the property itself.
If I have more than one mole hill does this mean I have more than one mole?
Not necessarily, the number of mole hills does not reflect on the number of moles. It is likely that if you have a small garden, there is only one mole causing the damage.
How can moles be treated?
There are two ways of treating moles, including:
Gas – Toxic gas is released from a canister into the mole hill, in which the mole will inhale. This method is not always the most effective as the gas may escape through the earth or even evaporate before it is inhaled.
Guillotine trap – A tube-like device is inserted into the mole hill and is released as the mole passes through, resulting in the mole being asphyxiated or decapitated.
Bees & Wasps
What are the differences between bees and wasps?
Bees – Masonry bees are the main pest subject to pest control, due to their ability to create cavities and potentially cause structural damage such as drilling holes in walls.
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.
What are the different types of bees?
There are three different species of bees that may cause customers to contact us:
- Honey bees have a fluffy head with a smooth body. They are black and yellow-orange in colour and may build their nests anywhere.
- Bumble bees are the largest of the bee species. Fluffy all over, black with yellow bands and may their build nests anywhere.
- Masonry bees are the smallest of the bee species and are black and orange in colour. These bees drill into brick work to create cavities to build nests, potentially causing structural damage and considered to be a pest to your property.
Birds
How can I know if I have a bird problem?
In order to determine whether you are experiencing a problem with birds, you should note the amount around your premises and consider if they are causing any defacement to your building from their droppings.
What birds can be treated by a pest controller?
Feral pigeons are the only type of bird that is subject to pest control, due to their ability to deface buildings and increase the cost of maintenance. These pests also contribute to the carrying and spreading of diseases to people and livestock through their droppings.
How can feral pigeons be treated?
Feral pigeons can be treated by a professional pest controller laying bird proofing spikes or netting. This prevents the birds landing in a specific area, often useful around a roof or building ledge. However, it is important to note that the controller cannot treat any type of pest problem where a bird has nested, has eggs or live young in the nest.
Whether birds are causing defacement to your commercial property, or you are suffering from a wasps nest in your home, call TDC Pest Control today on: 0800 987 0109 for one of our expert pest controllers to resolve your pest dilemma effectively.
