Welcome to The Pest Digest—Your Ultimate Guide to the Creepy, the Crawly, and the Completely Unwanted!
Brought to you by the fine (and slightly bug-obsessed) folks at Killer Instinct Pest Control, The Pest Digest is the only blog where you can learn about Britain’s most bothersome beasties while having a proper laugh about it. Written by our resident pest-battling aficionado, Dan James, this is your go-to spot for the latest industry news, horror stories from the front lines, and practical tips to keep your home from becoming a six-legged hotel.
What’s in Store?
We bring you the latest pest control news, hilarious pest encounters, and expert advice to help you keep your home and business critter-free. From the ever-growing army of super rats in London to seagulls with attitude in seaside towns, we cover the pests that truly make Britain great (at being a nuisance).
But it’s not just horror stories here—oh no! Dan James is on a mission to arm you with all the knowledge you need to outsmart rodents, outmaneuver moths, and outlast wasp season (good luck with that one). Expect expert tips on keeping pests at bay, updates on UK pest control regulations, and maybe even a deep dive into why London pigeons have no fear and possibly hold grudges.
Who’s This For?
- Homeowners who are sick of their loft being the local rodent rave spot.
- Businesses who’d rather not be known as “the café with the cockroach problem.”
- Curious minds who just love a good pest-related drama.
- Dan’s mum, who swears she reads every post (but probably skips the bit about spiders).
So, whether you’re looking for serious pest control advice or just need a chuckle at the sheer madness of what we deal with daily, The Pest Digest has you covered. Grab a cuppa, pull up a chair (maybe check it for silverfish first), and enjoy!
Avian Flu is now infecting other species such as Otters and Foxes
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Flea Fiasco: A Tail of Pest Control Puns – A great review!
Okay so something a little different this month, this is an actual review I received from a client in Colchester. I asked him for a review after the works were completed and half expected a few words on google but …
Super Rats – Their existence? Are they really super?
Okay so lets first deal with one thing, although the daily mail and other such newspapers love to give the impression of Rats the size of labradors are roaming the streets, terrorising neighbourhoods and trying to steal your children, the …
The best ways to rodent proof your home, week 3 – The Drains!
Hey everyone, hope you’ve had a good week! This week is a bit more of an advanced identification and repair, but if you’re a little bit savvy when it comes to DIY and can get to grips with most things …
10 Top Tips for Rodent-Proofing Your Home Before Winter: No more Mr Mice guy!
As winter approaches and temperatures drop, many of us cozy up with hot cocoa and snuggle under blankets. But beware! While you’re hibernating in your home sweet home, those sneaky little rodents might be plotting an invasion. Fear not! We’ve …
Black Sea Devil: The Deep Sea’s Teeny-Weeny Terror!
Meet the Black Sea Devil: Small, Spooky, and Seriously Ugly! In early February 2025, a remarkable event captivated TikTok users worldwide: a deep-sea anglerfish, specifically a black sea devil (Melanocetus johnsonii), was filmed swimming near the ocean’s surface off the …
The best ways to rodent proof your home, week Two – Air Vents!
Hi all, okay so week two we’re going to look at Air Vents, well more importantly, broken air vents! Air vents or air bricks as they’re sometimes known are a common source of infestation for Mice, Rats occasionally too so …
Do you have Ants in your pant-ry?
Okay so we’re halfway though the year already and with the recent warm temperatures I feel like I have spoken to clients about Ants more than I have spoken to my children about…well anything (apart from maybe Fortnite). With the …
The 2025 Rat Race! – This year’s crazy invasion!
The Rat Race of 2025: How to Keep the Rodents at Bay This Busy Pest Control Season If you’ve been hearing a little extra scurrying around your attic or noticing gnaw marks on your cereal boxes, you’re not alone. This …
Are Bees losing the pollination war?
As our ever increasing food and goods trade grows, our need for international and global trade continues to rise. This also allows the ever increasing spread of invasive insects which make life unmanageable for our native pollinators. Non-native species are …
Seagulls being bullied by work-shy, Scottish holiday Rats
Well it seems the holiday season is nearly over for most of us BUT not for the Rats in Scotland apparently. I read an article this week about Rats the size of Chihuahua’s (yes I did have to spell check …
Wasp venom can kill cancerous cells!
Okay so I know wasps have a pretty bad reputation, let’s face it they attack repeatedly when provoked injecting painful venom and they’re neither as useful or as loved as our bees however I think your feelings might change ever-so-slightly …
Noise scarers for bird control and why they’ll drive you flocking mad.
We as a team complete lots of bird proofing projects, anything really from Netting, Bird Spikes, Solar Panel Proofing and even Bird Wire Systems and Avishock. However one thing we avoid especially with smaller sized clients is the Bioacoustics systems, …
CCTV Drain Surveys – Protecting Your Home from the Underground Up
The Crucial Role of CCTV Sewer Surveys in Rat Infestations: Protecting Your Home from the Underground Up Rat infestations are a nightmare for homeowners, causing damage, health risks, and stress. What many don’t realize is that a significant number of …
Maurice the Mouse: The Unlikely Mechanic Who Turned An Engine Bay Into a Chew Toy
Once upon a time in a quiet suburban garage, a little mouse named Maurice had an ambitious plan. He wasn’t just any mouse; he was a connoisseur of fine wires. His tiny teeth gleamed as he scuttled across the floor, …
Buzz Off! Why Calling a Pro for Wasp Nests is No Sting Operation
Are wasps the original party crashers of the insect world? You invite a few friends over for a peaceful gathering, and suddenly, uninvited guests with yellow stripes and a bad attitude show up to cause a buzz! It’s like they …
Stubborn residual rodenticide levels in barn owls still on the increase.
Stubborn residual rodenticide levels in barn owls still on the increase. Well what can I say, the title of this piece pretty much says it all. Okay so here’s what we know, the last survey conducted of barn owls was …
A Seagull rips off a mans testicle while he sunbathes naked
Okay so I know there’s some guy now out there with one, erm, ball which is swinging solo but my god this did make me simultaneously both laugh and wince at the same time. Here’s the story, so an unnamed …
Stop using these soap brands as they could actually attract mosquitos!
Okay so I read an article recently which was published in iScience which really made me pay attention as I am one of unlucky ones who is actually like a walking buffet to mosquitos. In this article they conducted an …
The best ways to rodent proof your home, week one – The garage door!
Well happy new year everyone and I hope you all had a great break from work! It turns out the poor Rats and Mice of the UK did not take any time off, so here’s a few helpful hints to …
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