Pest Control Croydon
When the report comes from a loft
Say whether the animal has been seen or whether the only evidence is noise. Timing, visible entry points and photographs taken from ground level can help plan the investigation. Do not climb onto the roof, disturb insulation or block an opening to test what is living inside.
Call 020 3514 3293How pest control in Croydon works
An enquiry about pest control in Croydon can begin with uncertainty about the cause. We work through the reported signs and the accessible evidence before discussing what the next practical step should be.
Tell us about the signs
The process starts with your account of the activity, including whether you have seen an animal, found damage or simply heard movement in an inaccessible space. Where the report concerns a shared boundary, tell us which areas you can authorise access to and which would require separate agreement with another responsible person.
Inspect the affected spaces
Our inspection combines a review of the affected locations with a discussion of the property's use, helping identify practical factors that a general description can miss. When evidence is limited, we explain what can reasonably be concluded and what further observations might help, without presenting a guess as a definite result.
Agree the right approach
We explain how the recommendation addresses the evidence found and identify any practical limits, so you can distinguish the treatment scope from wider repair or maintenance work. The discussion includes any method specific restrictions that apply, and we ask you to follow those instructions rather than rely on general advice intended for another treatment.
Follow through and prevent
We discuss how to follow the treatment instructions and record any fresh signs, keeping the emphasis on dated observations in the places where activity was reported. If access or repairs remain outstanding, we explain how those limits affect the next discussion, and any additional work should be clarified before it is scheduled or priced.
We welcome questions about the process, so contact Pestsman to discuss the reported evidence and the practical next step for your premises.
Discuss an inspectionInsects in several cupboards
Check whether the evidence is associated with food, textiles, moisture or another material, and record which cupboards are affected. Different insects need different investigations. Avoid emptying all the contents into an unaffected room before asking what should be isolated or made accessible for inspection.
Keep access instructions straightforward
Give the correct entrance, the person on site and any keys or permissions needed. Describe the affected rooms without relying only on a landmark or a general building name. Clear access information allows the visit to concentrate on the inspection rather than locating the right space.
Reassess stored items before returning them
Where textiles or belongings were separated for inspection or cleaning, follow the advice before putting them back into unaffected storage. Keep care labels and any specialist cleaning instructions in mind. Moving suspect material back too soon can complicate monitoring and the assessment of further signs.
Describe changes since the problem began
Recent occupancy, moved furniture, building work or a changed waste routine may be worth mentioning. None proves the cause on its own. Put the changes alongside the dates and locations of evidence so the inspection can assess their relevance.
Can I combine treatment and building repairs?
Ask which parts of the proposal are pest control, proofing recommendations or physical repairs. Different work may need another contractor or permission from the building owner. Agree the sequence and costs rather than assuming every recommendation is included in one visit.
Service starting prices
| Treatment | From |
|---|---|
| Mice | £85 |
| Rats | £95 |
| Bed bugs | £145 |
| Cockroaches | £110 |
| Wasps | £85 |
| Ants | £75 |
Confirm the scope, access and any return visits in your quote.
Nearby coverage
Discuss an inspection
Call with the postcode, signs and access details.