Commercial Pest Control Archives

Proactive Rodent Control for a High-Security, New-Build Site

Proactive Rodent Control for a High-Security, New-Build Site Commercial Pest Control Case Study Wellingborough Warehouse Snapshot Sector: Logistics & warehousing (high-value goods) Location: Wellingborough, Northamptonshire Site status: New-build, recently operational Introduced by: Facilities Management company (Chamber of Commerce Contact) Contract start: May 2025 Service: Proactive contract for rats & mice; reactive response for other pests[…]

Non-Toxic Rodent Control That Protects People, Product and Wildlife

Non-Toxic Rodent Control That Protects People, Product and Wildlife Commercial Pest Control Case Study Rural Butchers & Event Catering Business Snapshot Sector: Food wholesale & retail (butchery) & Event Catering Site type: Rural barn conversion with public retail and back-of-house prep Risk profile: External rodent pressure due to farm location, surrounding fields and habitat Contract[…]

Containing Bed Bugs and Ongoing Rodent Protection

Containing Bed Bugs and Ongoing Rodent Protection Commercial Pest Control Case Study Residential Care Home Snapshot Sector: Residential Care Home for the Elderly & Dementia Sufferers (CQC-regulated) Site type: Multi-room care home with central laundry Initial issue: Bed bugs identified in 5 resident bedrooms First contact: Autumn 2022 (bed bug incident) Bed bug activity resolved:[…]

Contract Switch to Proactive Rodent Control

Contract Switch to Proactive Rodent Control Commercial Pest Control Case Study Northampton Club Snapshot Sector: Hospitality & leisure (town-centre club) Site type: Multi-room venue with public areas and back-of-house stores Previous works: Wasp nest treatments carried out by iX5 Pest Control in prior seasons Reason for change: Dissatisfaction with a national provider’s routine service Contract[…]

From Persistent Rat Activity to Proactive Control

From Persistent Rat Activity to Proactive Control Commercial Pest Control Case Study Flower Wholesaler Snapshot Sector: Wholesale to Domestic and Commercial Clients Site type: Multi-building retail and wholesale, storage with plant room Issue: Ongoing rat activity inside buildings and intermittent activity outside First contact: August 2024 Activity resolved: Within 3–4 weeks Contract start: October 2024[…]

Free 30-Minute Pest Audit for Businesses in Northamptonshire & Milton Keynes

Free 30-Minute Pest Audit for Businesses in Northamptonshire & Milton Keynes This September, October and November, iX5 Pest Control is offering all businesses across Northamptonshire and Milton Keynes a free 30-minute pest audit. Hosted by our Managing Director, Matt O’Donnell, this limited-time offer is designed to give businesses clear, expert insight into their level of[…]

Stay One Step Ahead with Our Pest Calendar

Stay One Step Ahead with Our Pest Calendar Pests are a year-round challenge, with their activity levels peaking at specific times based on seasons, breeding cycles and weather conditions amongst other factors. With the iX5 Pest Control Calendar, you can stay informed about when pests are active and when they’re at their most problematic. This[…]

Which Uninvited Visitors Are Interested In Your Business?

Which Uninvited Visitors Are Interested In Your Business? Every business has its nemesis, whether you have offices, an industrial or retail unit, pests can be an expensive, inconvenient and reputation destroying headache. Don’t reach for the paracetamol, read our helpful mini guide to see just what you can do to help deal with these most[…]

How To Control Pests In The Food Industry

How To Control Pests In The Food Industry Pests are a problem no matter where they occur, arguably they are even worse in the food industry. If as a business involved in the preparation or manufacture of food you are found to have an infestation, the repercussions can be very serious. At the very least[…]

Pest Control for the Food Industry

Pest Control for the Food Industry When considering pest control for the food industry, it is important to remember that pests can enter the food chain at any point from farm to fork. Wherever there is food production, storage and supply it is vital to consider the risks from pests and to take adequate precautions[…]