Protex Pest Control Services

03/06/2026

Pigeons nesting on your solar panels?

Solar panels on rooftops provide a warm and safe place for birds. They will nest under the panels to benefit from the added protection and shelter they provide.

The most effective way to deter pigeons from nesting is to install bird netting, spikes or a solar skirt. Bird netting or solar skirts are placed around the edge of your solar panels to prevent pigeons from accessing the area underneath. Bird spikes are fixed to the edges of the panels to keep the pigeons away.

It’s also important to ensure that there isn’t access to any leftover food around your property. Keep your rubbish in sealed bags and put it into a bin with a lid.

The best way to protect your solar panels is to use a professional. Bird netting must be fitted correctly to ensure that it is effective and won’t hurt or trap the birds. It’s also dangerous to do anything on your roof without the correct equipment and protection.

Our bird control experts have more than a decade of experience installing bird netting and bird deterrents. We have a specialist team of IRATA qualified rope access technicians to reach the highest of places. We will safely remove an infestation, clean the droppings and prevent recurrence in the future.

Contact us for a no obligation quotation - [email protected].

20/05/2026

Why DIY pigeon control can backfire. 👇

Pigeons have almost become as synonymous with London as the iconic red bus. Unfortunately, their presence can quickly become a nuisance causing droppings, noise, and potential health risks.

Many Londoners, frustrated by pigeon problems, might consider tackling the issue themselves.

However, trying DIY pigeon removal and bird deterrents can often backfire, leading to bigger problems and potential harm. Hiring a professional bird control expert in London is the wiser choice.

Find out more here - https://protexpest.co.uk/2024/02/28/pigeon-control-london/

Many Londoners, frustrated by pigeons, might consider trying DIY pigeon removal but this lead to bigger problems and potential harm.

06/05/2026

How are pest control costs calculated?

The costs to remove or deter pests from your property will vary depending on several factors.

There are different treatments for each pest. All our treatments are specially for the pest control trade and are the safest and most effective solutions to solve a pest problem.

We will provide a quotation for bird control and abseiling work following a surveyors visit to your site, as each situation is so unique.

If we are solving a rat or mice infestation, our pest control technicians will need to return to the property to check the baiting points and ensure that all pesticides and carcasses are safely removed. The number of visits will vary depending on the severity of the infestation.

Learn more - https://protexpest.co.uk/2025/01/22/how-are-pest-control-costs-calculated/

The costs to remove pests from your property will vary depending on several factors. The severity of the infestation plays a role in calculating the cost.

29/04/2026

Silverfish - The hidden pest in your home. 👀

Have you found a strange, shimmering insect in your bathroom or attic?

You might have a silverfish problem.

Learn more - https://protexpest.co.uk/2025/09/17/silverfish-removal/

Worried about silverfish? Read our tips and find out when to call a professional pest control service. Email [email protected].

22/04/2026

Commercial kitchens - are you prepared for a visit from the EHO?

For any restaurant, cafe, bar or dark kitchen in London, the arrival of an Environmental Health Officer (EHO) is a high-pressure moment.

While their visit covers everything from food temperatures to allergen labelling, your pest control documentation is often one of the first things they will ask to see.

Under the Food Safety Act 1990 and the latest Food Safety and Hygiene (England) Regulations, a business must demonstrate due diligence. This means you cannot simply say you have no pests, you must prove you have a proactive system in place to prevent them.

A lack of clear records and action can mean you miss out on a a five-star rating, and in the worst case an improvement notice is issued that could damage your reputation.

Contact us for a no obligation quotation to assess your premises and help you to be prepared. Email [email protected]

https://protexpest.co.uk/2026/04/22/eho-pest-control-requirements-for-commercial-kitchens/

Get prepared for your EHO visit with our handy checklist. For professional pest control advice for commercial kitchens email [email protected].

15/04/2026

If you are thinking about packing away your woolly jumpers, coats and blankets to make room for your summer wardrobe, read this first. 👇

https://protexpest.co.uk/2025/06/04/clothes-moths-tips/

If you need professional email [email protected]

Worried about clothes moths? Learn to identify signs, understand their behaviour, and discover expert tips for prevention & professional eradication.

01/04/2026

Bedbugs are difficult to remove as they can hide in the tiniest of cracks and crevices in your furniture. Please contact a professional pest control company if you have a bedbug problem. Email us [email protected]

25/03/2026

Check your property now for wasp nests. In spring, the queen wasp will start the nest and begin to lay eggs which will be her workers.

At this point it will be about the size of a golf ball. As more worker wasps emerge they will focus on growing the nest. It can now grow quickly, reaching the size of a football or even larger by late summer.

A larger nest can contain hundreds or even thousands of wasps. At this time it is extremely dangerous to tackle the problem by yourself.

Read more on our website - https://protexpest.co.uk/2024/03/27/wasp-nest-removal/

Need wasp nest removal in London? Protex Pest Control offers fast, safe & expert wasp nest removal services. BPCA certified. Call 020 8361 7467.

18/03/2026

How did we miss this! A belated happy anniversary to you Larry. 🥳We're here for you if you need any help catching all those London rats!

04/03/2026

Protect your property this spring with expert pest control 🌷

As spring arrives in the UK, it brings warmer weather and an increase in pest activity. Pests thrive in warm and humid environments. Spring is the perfect time for them to emerge from their winter hiding places.

Learn more from our pest control experts about what pests you should be on the lookout for this spring and why.

https://protexpest.co.uk/2023/06/30/top-tips-to-control-pests-this-spring/

Our pest control experts talk about what pests you should be on the lookout for this spring and how to protect your property.