TDC Pest Control Cromer

Have you noticed ragged papers, clothing or wallpaper around your home? Then it’s time to call TDC Pest Control, as one of the top pest control companies in Norfolk, they will resolve your pest problem quickly and efficiently.

TDC Pest Control, have been established in Cromer 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 Norwich 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 Silver fish and what do they do?

Silver fish are a teardrop shaped insect varying in colour from white to brown grey with some blue-ish silver tones. They have two long antennas on their head and three very prominent ‘tails’ at the end. Measuring at around 12-19mm in length and with quick movement, these household pests are known for surviving in almost any environment. Female fish can lay between 2-20 eggs at a time and prefer dark and dry environments. Silver fish are a year round problem that feed on carbohydrates, including linen, cellulose, dead insects and book binders; once this pest finds a sufficient source of food they will remain in the same area.

How can I tell if I have Silver fish?

There are a few tell-tale signs that you may have silver fish. If you have noticed some of the following, this could mean you need a pest control engineer:

• Finding stains on fabrics, especially in darker and more humid climates.

• Discovering exoskeletons (Silver fish malt throughout their lives).
• Noticing irregular shaped holes in fabrics or wallpaper, the latter is a strong indication as they like to eat the glue.

The types of ants subject to pest control and what they do

There are two specific species of ants that are subject to pest control in the UK, these include:

Pharaoh Ants – These ants are distinctively red in colour and much smaller in size than garden ants, averaging at around 3.5mm in length. Pharaoh ants live in colonies that can vary in size, although colonies are made up of several queens, in which the worker ants bring food back to the nest to feed the queen and larvae. They prefer to nest in hidden and well-protected areas, eating all types of food but especially sweets. As a result, they are considered to be a pest due to their ability to survive sufficiently in indoor areas and contaminate foods by the diseases they carry.

Garden Ants – These ants are black or red in colour and measure at approximately 7mm in length. Known as common black ants, this species of ants can be found all over Europe and in some parts of North America and Asia. These ants rarely cause damage to plants, however they do feed on sugary foods and can be a nuisance when a colony invade your home looking for food.

How can I tell if I have an ant problem?

Determining an ant problem can largely depend on the size of the infestation. For example, you may experience a large amount that can be seen along surfaces in your home or garden or possibly discovered an ants nest. Signs of a garden ants nest can be spotting mounds of earth, as this will be the entrance of the ants nest.

TDC Pest Fact: Ants cannot chew their food. They move their jaws side wards, like a scissor, to extract the juices from the food.

What do ants eat?

Ants generally are attracted to foods that are high in sugar and greases. They will eat almost anything apart from solid foods, as all foods must be liquids. Ants also need a lot of water in order to survive, especially during a drought.

Treating an ant infestation

Both species of ant can be treated in the same way. This is done by a fully qualified pest controller using a powder based insecticide and spreading this across the entrance of the ants nest and surrounding areas. The worker ants then proceed to carry this down through the nest, in turn killing the queen and other nests within the colony.  

What are feral pigeons and what do they do?

Feral pigeons are considered to be a big pest problem due to their ability to deface buildings, increasing the cost of maintenance. Weighing at approximately 9-13 ounces, feral pigeons generally have pale grey wings with a dark tip. Usually feeding on grain, seeds and scraps, these birds adopt ledges on buildings and other structures in our towns or cities, and can be a pest as a result of their ability to deface stonework, for example.

How can I tell if I have a bird problem?

To successfully determine whether you have a bird problem, you should note the amount of pigeons around your premises and consider if they are causing defacement to your building from their droppings, as this can also contribute to carrying and spreading diseases to people and livestock.