London Pest Control Co. provide rapid response professional solutions to pest control issues across Greater London and beyond.
If you suspect you are dealing with a pest infestation, you need to act FAST, before the situation gets any worse, and our professional pest control team are here to help.
With 20+ years of experience to call on, we are the capital’s leading providers of pest control services, handling problems involving rodents, insects, and pest birds every single day in London, Kent, Surrey, Essex, and further afield across the South-East of England.
Fully accredited by the BPCA (British Pest Control Association) our team of highly trained pest control experts have a raft of experience and local knowledge to call on, not to mention access to the very best pest control technologies and techniques on the market.
From wasp nest removal in Westminster to Cockroach control in Croydon, no-one does pest control in London quite like London Pest Control Co.
What type of pests do we deal with?
Every single day, our pest controllers implement highly-effective pest control solutions to deal with all forms of pest species from rodents such as rats and mice to pigeons and gulls and all the way down to the smallest flea or ant.
Rodent Control London
Rodents are serious threat in urban areas in and around London, with populations soaring in recent years.
Unchecked, rats, mice and squirrels can do untold damage to a property and to public health, and with all species breeding rapidly, fast action is essential.
We utilise a tried and tested pest removal programme for rodent infestations, combining methods such as trapping, bait stations and ongoing monitoring to ensure the entire infestation has been removal once and for all.
If you believe you have a pest problem involving rodents, emergency pest control is essential. The danger these species pose to health and property is very serious, with just some potential threats including:
Damage to London property
Rodents chew through pretty much anything and everything in their way, including your food, possessions, and even the foundations of your home.
They are also one of the biggest causes of house fires in London as they will often gnaw through electrical wiring, causing extremely dangerous sparking to occur.
Disease Spreading
Salmonella, Hantavirus, leptospirosis and rat bite fever are just some of the diseases spread by rodents in the UK.
Spreading germs via food contamination, droppings, bites and surface contamination, rodents will quickly create an unsafe and frankly disgusting living or working environment.
Destroying reputations
Let’s be honest, would you eat at a restaurant if you’d heard they had been having rodent issues? A single sighting can be devastating for your reputation so it is crucial to put plans in place to prevent them happening in the first place.
Our commercial pest control team work closely with businesses across the London area to implement rodent control strategies and pest proofing to ensure your premises remains a pest free zone all year round. We also offer a 24 hour pest control service to ensure any sightings that do occur are dealt with swiftly and discretely.
Rat Control London
There are an estimated 80 million rats in the UK at any time, and this number is only going one way. As you might expect London is home to more than its fair share and out pest control London team work tirelessly to keep them out of homes and businesses throughout the UK’s biggest city.
Brown rats are by far the most common culprit, but it is not unheard of to discover Black Rats in and around the River Thames having arrived from overseas.
Mouse Control London
House mice are another extremely common pest found in London and surrounding areas, thriving in highly populated areas where they can access food and warmth without much difficulty.
Able to squeeze through very small gaps and resilient to DIY pest control treatments, professional pest exterminators are almost always required to tackle significant mouse infestations.
Producing multiple litters of up to 100 or more young every year, house mice problems escalate rapidly so waste no time in calling London Pest Control Co.
Grey Squirrels
Take a stroll through Hyde Park, St. James’s Park, or any of the other more ‘green’ areas of London and you will struggle to avoid sighting these bushy tailed creatures.
In these spaces, the sight of squirrels scamping up and down trees is a pleasant one, but serious issues are caused when they move into human inhabited buildings. They are certainly a lot less ‘cute’ when they are in your loft!
Grey squirrels have become such a big issue in London, in fact, that it is actually illegal to release them once they have been caught and should only be handled by a qualified BPCA pest control technician specialising in squirrel control.
Bird pest control services in London
If you are dealing with gulls, pigeons or other pest birds, London Pest Control Co. can help you to stop them roosting or nesting nearby and force them to move elsewhere.
We are one of the only pest control companies in London to offer licenced bird control methods with the ability and experience to install bird nettings, bird spikes, and other long-lasting deterrents on buildings across the city.
Glance upwards the next time you walk down the Strand or through Leicester square and you may well spot some of our work protecting the historic properties on either side of you.
Due to extensive bird protection laws, bird control work must only ever be performed by expert pest controllers with the relevant licences in place.
Feral Pigeons (Columba Livia)
Pigeons are an ever-present sight in London and the nearby urban areas, walking the streets and parks in the search for scraps of food that are all too easy to find.
For tourists and outsiders, the thought of pigeons in London is a pleasant one, with nostalgic ideas of the birds perched throughout Trafalgar Square or being fed Mary Poppin’s style on the steps of St Paul’s Cathedral.
For residents, however, especially those who have pigeons roosting and nesting on their property, the reality is far less appealing. Pigeon populations are swiftly escalating out of control and with diseases such as Salmonella and E. Coli being spread by their toxic waste, they pose a very serious public health threat to the people of London.
Gulls (Laridae)
These (not so ‘sea’) gulls have ventured far from the cost and many thousands now call the streets of London their home.
These birds are destructive, messy, loud, and even aggressive when they gather in large numbers and a smart pest management strategy is required to keep them under control.
We protect many of London’s larger commercial sites from gulls using heavy duty netting and spike systems but can also provide specialist bird trapping, shooting, and removal in certain situations.
Bird Control Methods
As a leading pest control business tackling bird infestations throughout London, we have a huge range of options when it comes to tacking bird related pest control problems.
Just some of the range of pest removal services we have available for bird issues include:
- Bird Spikes
- Bird Netting
- Bird Wire
- Bird Gel
- Trapping
- Falconry
- Controlled licenced bird shooting
- Nest removal and egg replacement
Insect control London
Small in stature they might be, but insects are just as dangerous as any larger pest, and should be taken just as seriously.
Contaminating food goods; biting humans and pets; destroying fabrics and furniture; spreading disease; and destroying quality of life.
These are just some of the many issues posed by insects and with so many different species of insect in the UK, it is no wonder that these pesky bugs make up such a large proportion of our pest control services in London.
From heat treatments to fumigation to controlled insecticide usage, we have a huge range of pest control methods we use to control insects, allowing us to provide you with the best results possible every single time.
Our highly effective insect pest control services include:
- Bed Bug control
- Wasp control
- Moth control
- Fly control
- Cockroach control
- Beetle control
- Flea control
- And many more
We provide effective pest control to both homes and businesses dealing with all forms of insect problems, so get in touch now for more information or for a quote on insect pest control costs.
Domestic and commercial pest control in London
Our work splits fairly evenly between home and business clients, and the approach differs in a few ways.
For pests in your home, the focus is on minimum disruption. We schedule treatments around your routine, technicians work as discreetly as possible, and we always tell you in advance whether you need to leave the property during treatment and for how long. Pets and children are common concerns. Most modern pest control treatments are safe once the product has dried, and we’ll tell you exactly when each treated room is fine to use again.
For commercial work we deal with restaurants, hotels, retail sites, offices, food manufacturers, healthcare premises, and managing agents. We provide the documentation environmental health officers expect: treatment records, COSHH data sheets, and proofing reports for the compliance file. For sites that need ongoing pest management rather than reactive visits, we set up service contracts with regular monitoring built in. An ongoing contract works out cheaper than repeated emergency call-outs over the same period in most cases, gives the building a documented record of long-term pest prevention work for the compliance file, and keeps the property pest-free year-round.
Emergency pest control and fast response across London
We run a 24/7 emergency pest control line for urgent jobs. Typical same-day callouts are wasp nests near children, rats found inside food premises, and bed bugs spotted the night before guests arrive. If you call before midday on a weekday we can usually be with you the same day across most of London. Outside that window we’ll give you a realistic time and stick to it. Emergency pest control services do cost a bit more than a scheduled visit.
Trusted pest control services and accreditations
We’re a member of the British Pest Control Association (BPCA), the UK’s standards body for the pest control industry. Our technicians hold RSPH Level 2 qualifications or higher, and we follow the current CRRU rules on rodenticide use to protect non-target wildlife. We’re also Think Wildlife accredited, ISO 9001, 14001, and 45001 certified, CHAS accredited, Safe Contractor approved, and CEPA members.
The accreditations matter because they tell you who you’re hiring. A pest controller without them might still do the job competently, but you have no easy way to check, and there’s no professional body to escalate to if something goes wrong. We’d recommend asking any pest control company you’re considering for a list of their current accreditations before you book. You can also read customer reviews from London homeowners and businesses we’ve worked with on our testimonials page.
Local pest control across Greater London and the Home Counties
We cover all 32 London boroughs and the City of London, with technicians based across the capital so we can usually reach you the same day for an emergency. The same applies to north London, south London, east London, west London, and central London. Whichever side of the city you’re on, we send the closest technician. We also work in the Home Counties: Surrey, Kent, Essex, Hertfordshire, Buckinghamshire, and Berkshire.
For most of Greater London the standard response time is same-day for emergencies and 24-48 hours for non-urgent jobs. Home Counties timeframes depend on traffic and the borough you’re in. We’ll give you an honest estimate when you call, rather than a window we can’t hit. Our guide to common pests in London homes covers the species we see most often in different parts of the city.
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does pest control in London cost?
It depends on the type of pest, the size of the property, and the extent of the infestation. A single wasp nest is usually one of our cheaper jobs, while a serious bed bug infestation across multiple rooms is at the other end of the range. We don’t quote blind on a phone call, because both over-quoting and under-quoting end up unfair on the customer. Call us and we’ll arrange a survey, then quote a fixed price before any work starts.
Is the landlord responsible for pest control in a rented property?
In most cases, yes. Under the Landlord and Tenant Act 1985 and the Homes (Fitness for Human Habitation) Act 2018, landlords are generally responsible for keeping a property free of unwanted pests, particularly where the infestation existed before the tenancy or is linked to structural issues. Tenants are usually only liable where their actions caused the problem, for example by leaving food waste accessible. If you’re unsure where you stand, we’ll happily explain what’s typical for your situation, but we always recommend speaking to Citizens Advice or a housing solicitor for the formal position.
Are your treatments safe for children and pets?
Yes, when used correctly. Most modern pest control treatments are designed to be safe for children and pets once the product has dried or settled. We’ll tell you in advance if you need to vacate a treated room, what to keep out of the way, and when it’s safe to return. Where there are particular concerns (pet rabbits, fish tanks near insecticide sprays, very young children at home) we adjust the approach accordingly.
Can I sleep in my bed after fumigation?
It depends on what was treated and with what. After most bed bug heat treatments you can re-enter the room within a few hours and sleep there the same night. After a chemical treatment we usually advise leaving the room for 4-6 hours and avoiding the mattress until the product has fully dried. Your technician will give you specific guidance for your treatment before they leave.
Where do rats hide in the kitchen during the day?
Rats are nocturnal, so during the day they hide in dark, warm, undisturbed places. In a kitchen the most common spots are behind the cooker, under the fridge, inside cabinet kickboards, in voids around boilers and pipes, and at the base of dishwashers and washing machines. If you’re seeing droppings in your kitchen and want to confirm pest activity before you call, look behind appliances and along the back edges of cupboards.
How long does pest control take to work?
Wasps and ants are usually resolved in a single visit. Mouse and rat treatments typically take 2-3 weeks, because you’re working with bait take-up cycles. Bed bugs depend heavily on the size of the infestation, but most cases are clear within 2-4 weeks of the first visit. Cockroaches can take longer if a building has shared infestations between flats.
How do I choose between pest control companies in London?
Look for accreditations first. The pest control industry has clear standards, and a competent pest controller will be a member of the BPCA or another recognised body. Avoid anyone calling themselves a “pest exterminator” without being able to show their credentials, and check that the quote includes documented treatment records. The cheapest quote you get is rarely the best value, because a treatment that doesn’t fully clear the infestation just leads to a second callout later.
Council pest control or private pest control company?
Most London councils provide some level of pest control, but the service is usually slower, more limited in what it covers, and not available for commercial premises. Private pest control companies in London attend faster, deal with a wider range of pest issues, and provide the kind of documentation businesses need. For homeowners and tenants the choice often comes down to whether you can wait, whether the council covers your specific pest, and how serious the infestation is.
Contact London Pest Control Co. for emergency pest control
Our team of pest control experts provide pest control, pest removal, pest prevention, and pest proofing services throughout Central London and its surrounding areas, towns and boroughs, from Dagenham in East London all the way to Croydon in the South and Hounslow in the West.
With an emergency 24 hour pest hotline and the ability to eliminate pest problems of all shapes and sizes, if you require pest control near you, London Pest Control Co. are never too far away.
We even serve many of the surrounding towns and cities including Reading, Slough, Luton, Brighton, Crawley, Chelmsford and Southend making us the number one choice for pest control in London and the home counties.
If you live in South-East England and are looking for pest related advice or services, we are the only local London Pest Control company that you will ever need to call.
