Beetles
There are many different types of beetles in the UK, which all live and breed in different environments.
Some beetles are harmless but others can cause significant damage if not treated with the correct products - some of which are not available to the public.
If you have a beetle problem:
We recommend that you have a professional treatment carried out.
The price for residential pest control is £66.58.
Business prices start from £97.50.
Book an appointment
Alternatively, you can call us on 0191 433 7000 to arrange treatment. Our customer service line is open Monday to Friday, 8am to 5pm.
What happens at your appointment
Our pest control officer will do some routine checks of the building to identify where the beetles are and how they will be treated.
After this, the officer will lay the chosen poison, often in several places around the building. They will then give you some advice on how to prevent the problem, which may include making repairs.
Usually there will only be one visit for treatment of beetles. Follow up appointments are not usually needed as the treatment will still work for up to 12 weeks.
We don't recommend that you use DIY treatment as it can be dangerous to the environment, yourself, children and pets.Important
How to prevent a beetle problem
There many different types of beetles in the UK, including:
- biscuit beetle
- carpet beetle
- death watch beetle
- furniture beetle (woodworm)
- ground beetle
- larder beetle
- plaster beetle
- spider beetle
- saw-toothed grain beetle
These beetles tend to thrive off different food sources in different environments. There are some common ways to help prevent beetle problems but for more in-depth information visit the BPCA website (opens new window).
Do
- check lofts and sheds regularly for bird nests
- clean up food residue
- vacuum carpets regularly
Don't
- leave storage areas untidy
- ignore the problem
- use DIY treatments