5 reasons to use an accredited pest control company

It is important to do as much background research as possible before choosing a pest control service. The British Pest Control Association (BPCA) and the National Pest Technicians Association (NPTA) are the UK pest control industry’s main professional trade bodies. Their websites offer plenty of advice on how to choose the right company. Accreditation by a recognised national body is a mark of professionalism. Accredited pest control companies adhere to industry standards and codes of practice.

1. Professional standards that you can check

The BPCA and the NPTA set pest control industry standards. Their codes of best practice detail the responsibilities and correct procedures that members are expected to follow – these standards are available online at their websites.

The BPCA and NPTA maintain up-to-date online databases of their approved members. They are free to access so it is easy to check that a company you are considering is approved.

Gulliver Hill, PestSafe Services Director, said: “We take our professional memberships very seriously. We are a full servicing member of the BPCA – a membership class that is only for professional pest control servicing companies.

“We are also accredited NPTA members. This is essential for working with our national and food industry customers who require us to be fully audited by the NPTA.”

2. Accredited pest control operatives are fully trained

For a pest control service to achieve full servicing BPCA membership, all employees must hold at least one specified qualification and take part in a recognised continuous professional development programme.

The NPTA works with all the major manufacturers of pest control products and chemicals and provides technical advice to members.

Both organisations offer training courses and keep members informed of the latest advances in pest control technology. Information that may not be available to non-members.

This means every PestSafe Services technician on site will be fully qualified to perform the correct pest control service. Some PestSafe Services technicians also have advanced qualifications and specialist knowledge. They manage each project and are available to give expert consultations.

3. Safety first

One of the reasons training and qualifications are so important for pest control technicians is safety.

Pest control includes working with poisons, baits and other potentially dangerous chemicals. This really could be a matter of life and death. You need to be sure pest control technicians know what they are doing and don’t accidentally poison you, your family or employees, customers or pets.

All PestSafe Services employees operate with very high levels of knowledge and care and are fully compliant with current health and safety legislation.

4. The cost of pest control

Some people believe that an accredited professional pest control service will be more expensive but actually the opposite is true.

If you are considering a company that is charging significantly less that the others, ask yourself why this might be.

Do they have any pest control training?
Do they have access to the most up-to-date methods and products?
Do they know how to use poisons safely?
Are you confident they will solve your pest problem, not just offer a quick fix?
If anything goes wrong, are they insured?

At the other end of the scale, are you being quoted a very high price for what seems like a fairly simple pest control job?

PestSafe Services will give you a detailed quote so you can see exactly what work will be done and how much it will cost.

5. Levels of service and effectiveness

You want to get rid of pests as quickly and effectively as possible. PestSafe Services offers a quick-response service – arriving within hours if it is an emergency.

PestSafe Services technicians are professional and approachable. They will treat your home and business premises with great care and explain exactly what they are doing.

For peace of mind, it makes sense to choose a pest control company that has put the time and effort into becoming accredited.