Where’s the job?

Scope of Works

• inspect property to identify infestation hotspots (carpets, skirting, pet bedding)

• advise on pet treatment and need to treat animals through a vet or recommended product

• vacuum and prepare areas or instruct homeowner on pre-treatment vacuuming

• apply approved insecticide and insect growth regulator to carpets, soft furnishings, skirting and identified harbourages

• treat or advise on treatment of pet bedding and soft toys and label treated areas with re-entry guidance

• provide advice on follow-up visit timing (usually 7–14 days) and measures to prevent reinfestation

• remove and dispose of used PPE and small waste items, and record products used for safety

Typical Cost

Time on Site

Most domestic first‑time treatments take 1–3 hours on site with a follow‑up visit of 30–90 minutes after 7–14 days. Factors that extend time include heavy infestations, whole‑house or heat treatments, many rooms to treat and difficult access to furniture or loft spaces

Questions to Ask Your Tradie

• is the product you use approved for domestic use and safe for pets once dry?

• do you include an initial inspection and a written quote showing products and follow‑up visits?

• how many visits are likely and after how many days is the follow‑up performed?

• what re‑entry time and safety precautions should occupants and pets follow?

• will you treat carpets, soft furnishings and under furniture and will you move furniture if needed?

• what guarantee do you offer and what is the procedure if fleas persist after treatment?

How to Avoid Surprises

• clear access to affected rooms and vacuum thoroughly before the visit

• remove or secure pets, birds and fish tanks and follow any vet advice for animals

• confirm parking or access permits for communal estates to avoid delays

• have details of pets and prior treatments to hand and any recent pest control reports

• check landlord, building manager or HMO rules before booking treatments in tenanted properties