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VermEx are proud members of the British Pest Control Association (BPCA). The BPCA promotes the highest levels of professionalism in the industry and ensures that all members have proved their competence in the industry. This video from the association highlights the importance of choosing a competent pest control…

VermEx would like to keep our clients informed as to how we will be operating through the Coronavirus epidemic, and what we’re doing to prioritise the health and safety of both customers and staff members. Our office hours will remain open as usual Monday – Friday, 9am –…

The idea of cockroaches in the home would fill most people with horror, but there is now actually a growing trend to keep them as household pets! Surprisingly, not all cockroaches are considered pests, and more exotic species such as the Madagascar Hissing Cockroach, Giant Cockroach and striped…

You may think that because you don’t see much of indoor pests in the winter that they aren’t much of a problem. Cold weather does indeed slow down the breeding rate of common culprits such as fleas, moths and bedbugs, but they certainly don’t disappear! In fact our…

The newest addition to the VermEx vehicle fleet is a bit different from the norm and very striking – a Vespa Ape 50! Andy and his wife Kate noticed it for sale outside an Italian pizza restaurant whilst strolling around the small market town of Helmsley and simply…

We all know that various animals hibernate during the winter, even household pests. You’ve probably seen spiders around the house as winter approaches, looking for a cosy nook in which to settle down! However, many types of vermin, particularly mice and rats, are on the go all year…

People often ask us what they can do to prevent rats and mice from invading their gardens. There are a few simple precautions you can take to help with this, and it’s as important to do this in winter as in summer – if not more so, as…

When you arrive at your hotel at the start of your well-earned sunshine holiday it’s very tempting to just drop your bags in your room and hit the pool. But beware – bedbugs are back in fashion! And they aren’t fussy about where they holiday – any hotel,…