What a Wasp Talk Taught Me – From a Pest Technician’s Point of View What a Wasp Talk Taught Me – From a Pest Technician’s Point of View Table of Contents Introduction An Evening at the Cholsey Pavilion Professor Seirian Sumner: Wasps’ Champion Why People Fear Wasps Wasps: Nature’s Pest Controllers and Pollinators Bridging Pest […]
10 Interesting Facts About Ants | Shire Pest Solutions 10 Interesting Facts About UK Ants UK ants are among the most commonly encountered insects in homes and gardens across Britain. These industrious insects often go unnoticed, yet they play important roles in our local ecosystems and sometimes cause issues for homeowners. Whether you’re curious about
Fun Ant Facts | Ant Control in Didcot & Wallingford 🐜 Fun Ant Facts: What’s Really Going on Beneath Your Garden or Kitchen Floor? Fun Ant Facts: Ants may look small and harmless, but their nests are anything but simple. If you’ve ever spotted a few ants scurrying across your kitchen tiles in Didcot or
Flying Ants (Alates): The Swarming Spectacle and How to Deal With Them Properly | Shire Pest Solutions Flying Ants (Alates): The Swarming Spectacle and How to Deal With Them Properly Table of Contents What Are Flying Ants? Understanding the Life Cycle of Flying Ants When Does Flying Ant Day Happen in the UK? Why Spraying
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Shire Pest Solutions adheres to the highest Pest Prevention Standards, ensuring long-term protection for homes and businesses in and around Didcot, Wallingford and across Oxfordshire. Our approach combines detailed inspections, risk assessments, and proactive treatments tailored to each environment. We focus on eliminating access points, removing attractants, and deploying safe, targeted control methods to prevent
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Celebrating 100 Blogs and the Launch of Our New Referral Scheme Table of Contents Introduction Milestone: 100th Blog Post and Counting Why We Share Pest Control Advice Introducing Our New Referral Scheme How the Refer a Friend Programme Works Benefits for You and Your Friends How to Get Started Final Thoughts 1. Introduction At Shire
Understanding Seasonal Pest Activity Patterns in Didcot and Wallingford Pest problems can strike at any time, but knowing how pest activity changes with the seasons allows homeowners and businesses to prepare more effectively. From rodents seeking warmth in winter to wasps swarming in the summer, each season brings its own pest pressures. This guide explains
Introduction Wasps are a familiar nuisance during the warmer months, especially in towns like Didcot and Wallingford. But to control them effectively, it helps to understand the wasp life cycle. This blog explores each stage of the wasp’s development and explains how this knowledge can help prevent infestations before they become a serious issue. What
Box Tree Moth Infestation in Didcot: How to Protect Your Garden Hedges Box Tree Moth Infestation in Didcot: How to Protect Your Garden Hedges Table of Contents 1. Introduction 2. What Is the Box Tree Moth? 3. Box Tree Moths in Didcot and Oxfordshire 4. Identification and Life Cycle 5. What Damage Does It Cause?
Asian Hornets in the UK: Is the BBKA Losing the Battle? Asian Hornets in the UK: Is the BBKA Losing the Battle? The June Surge and the Role of Pest Control Professionals Table of Contents Introduction: Asian Hornet Threat Grows June 2025: Record Sightings Raise Alarm Why Asian Hornets Are a National Concern Are the
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