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The British Pest Control Association (BPCA) has recently revealed that mouse and rat problems are on the increase (by up to 40 percent) thanks to COVID-19. It’s not just rodents that are making an appearance either. Other pests are starting to be more noticeable thanks to lockdown.  Why Is There an Increase in Pest Control […]

We want our customers to know that in these difficult times, we’ll be here for you. Confirm a Kill will remain operational during the Coronavirus (COVID-19) outbreak.  Open For Business As an essential service, Confirm A Kill will continue to operate throughout the Government enforced lockdown to ensure that people in Nottinghamshire can remain pest-free.  […]

Important Notice: The information contained in this post ‘Is COVID-19 Transmitted by Pests’ does not constitute medical advice. For official guidelines on COVID-19 (Coronavirus), please visit GOV.UK. Where there are humans, there are insects and animals that we consider to be pests. As our population grows, we get closer and closer to many of these […]

Spring is finally here, which means warmer, longer days; plants are starting to flower, and many common pests begin to make an appearance. Much of the time, spring pests won’t cause people many problems. However, when they start to encroach on our living spaces, they can become a nuisance and in serious cases a threat […]

The adage of ‘prevention is better than cure’ is easily applied to looking after your home. A well-maintained property is important for your security and health. The best way to protect your home from pests is to keep it clean and tidy. In this blog, we explore the most common pests in the UK and […]

Members of the public are being warned to expect Asian hornets in the country throughout 2020 after there were 17 confirmed sightings last year. According to the National Pest Technician Association, there are expected to be more sightings of this none native species this year, and members of the public are being advised to remain […]

As cartoon characters or storybook illustrations, mice are cute. However, living with wild mice is a different story. When mice start to nibble into our homes and businesses, they start to become a pest. As mice can spread diseases and cause a wide range of damage its important to know how to prevent mice infesting […]

Whether you have children or live alone; at Confirm a Kill, we recognise that health and safety is your number one priority.  From E-Coli to Salmonella; Ants are known to carry a variety of diseases that put you and your loved ones at risk. Professionals have found that children are most in danger because they […]

Finding out that your pets or property has fleas can be distressing. If your feline friend can’t sit still or your dog is constantly scratching, then there is a high chance that fleas may be the cause. You may even spot the odd flea on yourself. However, it’s very rare to find individual fleas, so […]

Rats can be one of the trickiest pest issues to resolve. If a rat problem isn’t dealt with, they can quickly turn from a nuisance into a health hazard. However, it’s not always your home they target, and you can often find rats in gardens or outside buildings such as sheds or garages. In this […]