Question 1

Does West Berkshire Council offer pest control?

Accepted Answer

No. Pest control advice for West Berkshire comes from the Public Protection Partnership, which says it does not provide a pest treatment service and points people to the British Pest Control Association (BPCA) to find a local pest controller. Full Guard Pest Control's technicians are BPCA and RSPH-qualified.

Question 2

Do you cover all of Newbury?

Accepted Answer

Yes. We cover the whole of Newbury, including the town centre, Wash Common, Speen, Speenhamland, Shaw, Donnington, Greenham and East Fields, plus Thatcham, Cold Ash, Hermitage, Chieveley, Kintbury and Hungerford.

Question 3

Are you based in Newbury?

Accepted Answer

No. Full Guard Pest Control is based in Tilehurst, Reading, and we travel to Newbury, Thatcham and the surrounding villages of West Berkshire for domestic, farm and commercial jobs.

Question 4

What are your opening hours?

Accepted Answer

Our phone lines are open Monday to Friday, 7:30am to 8pm, and Saturday and Sunday, 10am to 4pm. Call 0118 405 0156.

Question 5

How much does pest control in Newbury cost?

Accepted Answer

It depends on the pest, the size of the property and how many visits the treatment needs, so we give no-obligation quotes. Site visits may be charged, and we will tell you about any cost before we go ahead.

Question 6

How soon can you visit?

Accepted Answer

It depends on the pest and how busy the season is. We will agree an appointment slot with you when you call.

Question 7

Why do rats keep coming back?

Accepted Answer

When rats return after treatment, there is usually a way in that is still open, such as a cracked drain, an unsealed pipe or a hole in the brickwork. A drain survey and proofing work help find and close the way in.

Question 8

What if the rats are coming from a neighbour's property?

Accepted Answer

Talk to your neighbour first. If that does not work, West Berkshire residents can report a rat or mouse infestation coming from a neighbouring property to the Public Protection Partnership, which asks for evidence, such as a copy of your pest controller's report. We can inspect your property, treat the activity and tell you what we found.

Question 9

Can you deal with moles in Newbury gardens and paddocks?

Accepted Answer

Yes. We deal with moles in gardens, paddocks and grounds around Newbury and the surrounding villages, and we explain what to expect before and after treatment.

Question 10

Do you offer bed bug heat treatment in Newbury?

Accepted Answer

Yes. Our heat treatment raises the temperature of the affected rooms to a level that bed bugs and their eggs cannot survive, and we explain how to prepare the room beforehand.

Question 11

Do you deal with rabbits on farms and land around Newbury?

Accepted Answer

Yes. We help farmers, landowners and householders around Newbury, Thatcham, Hungerford and the West Berkshire villages with rabbit damage to crops, paddocks and gardens. Fencing is the most reliable long-term solution, and we can quote for rabbit-proof fencing as well as humane control where numbers need reducing.

Question 12

Do you deal with rats on farms and stables near Newbury?

Accepted Answer

Yes. Rats are drawn to feed stores, grain, animal bedding and outbuildings, and can contaminate feed and damage buildings and wiring. We treat rats on farms, stables and rural properties around Newbury and West Berkshire, and advise on proofing and storage to reduce the risk of them returning.

Question 13

Can you stop pigeons nesting in barns and outbuildings?

Accepted Answer

Yes. Pigeons in barns, stables and outbuildings can foul feed, equipment and machinery with acidic droppings. We fit netting and mesh to block access to roof spaces and ledges, and solar panel mesh for homes and farm buildings with panels. We cover Newbury, Thatcham and the surrounding villages.

Question 14

Do you provide pest control for Newbury businesses?

Accepted Answer

Yes. We work with shops, restaurants, offices, warehouses and food businesses in Newbury town centre and on the surrounding business parks and industrial estates. We offer one-off treatments and regular inspections, with a report after each visit. Call 0118 405 0156 for a no-obligation quote. Site visits may be charged.

Question 15

Do you get rid of mice in Newbury homes?

Accepted Answer

Yes. Mice often move into Newbury and Thatcham homes in autumn and winter, particularly near fields and farmland. We find how they are getting in, treat the activity and advise on proofing gaps around pipes, cables and doors. Call 0118 405 0156 for a no-obligation quote. Site visits may be charged.

Question 16

Can you remove a wasp nest in Newbury?

Accepted Answer

Yes. We treat wasp nests across Newbury and West Berkshire, including nests in roofs, eaves, lofts, barns, sheds and hedges. Our 8-metre wasp lance lets us reach many high nests from the ground. Call 0118 405 0156 for a no-obligation quote. Site visits may be charged.

Question 17

Do you deal with squirrels in lofts in Newbury?

Accepted Answer

Yes. Grey squirrels often get into lofts in Newbury and the surrounding villages through gaps at the eaves and roofline. We deal with them lawfully and humanely, proof the entry points and can clean the loft afterwards so they do not return.

Pest control for homes and businesses in Newbury