Commercial Pest Control Across Devon

Our service is built around regular visits and clear records. We inspect, deal with whatever we find and tell you plainly what needs to change on site. The price is agreed with you before any work starts, and we can talk through an ongoing arrangement if that suits your premises better than one off call outs.

Pests that affect Devon businesses

The pests we meet most often in commercial premises are rats, mice, cockroaches, fleas, flies and wasps, although every site is different. A kitchen with warm, damp corners suits cockroaches, while a store room with stacked boxes gives rodents somewhere to nest unseen. Farms and rural buildings on the edge of the moor face their own pressures from outside.

Devon also has a strong seasonal trade. Coastal towns fill up in summer, and many properties are empty for part of the year, then suddenly busy. Both busy spells and quiet spells can allow pests to settle unnoticed. Guest houses, hotels and holiday lets in particular need to be able to deal with a problem quickly and quietly before it reaches a guest. Regular checks help you catch these changes early.

Records, evidence and discretion

Food businesses are expected to show that they take pest control seriously. Inspectors and auditors often want to see evidence that the premises are checked regularly and that any problem is recorded and dealt with. After each visit we can give you a written note of what we found, what we did and what we recommend, so you have a clear record to keep on file. Keeping those records up to date also helps you spot patterns over time, such as a storeroom that keeps attracting activity.

We also understand that most businesses do not want a pest control van drawing attention outside during opening hours. We work discreetly and plan visits around your trading pattern wherever we can. If something needs urgent attention, tell us when you call and we will try to fit it around you. Staff are also welcome to ask us questions during a visit, as their daily habits often make the biggest difference.

What a visit involves

Every visit begins with an inspection of the building, inside and out. We look at entry points, food storage, waste areas, drains and anywhere pests could shelter. We then carry out any treatment needed, explain it in plain terms and note anything that needs fixing, such as gaps in doors, damaged seals or poor storage. We keep the advice practical and specific to your site. We also note what you can do between visits, such as tidying storage and keeping external bins closed.

For a one off problem we deal with it and check back to confirm it has gone. For premises that want ongoing cover, we can arrange regular visits at an interval that suits the risk. Whichever you choose, we give you the price before we begin, so you can plan your costs without any surprises later.

Frequently asked questions