Care Home Pest Control
Fast, effective pest control service for care homes across the UK and Ireland
- Free site assessment anywhere in UK or Ireland
- 24 hour response
- Unmarked vans
- Solutions that are non-harmful to humans
- Regulatory compliant
- Day or night as needed
- Residents can meet our friendly sniffer dogs
Discreet
As part of our discreet pest control for care homes, we can arrive on site in unmarked vehicles so as not to draw attention, and help protect your reputation.
No Interruption
So as not to alarm employees or disrupt operations, we can tackle pest problems during quiet hours, such as when the business is closed to visitors, or has minimal staff around.
Fast Response
We understand that some pest problems are urgent. We have nationwide coverage across the UK and Republic of Ireland. We can respond to pest problems in within 24 hours.
Consequences of pests in your care home
When a care home encounters a pest issue, it sets off a series of repercussions that can profoundly affect the home’s financial performance and reputation. Here are four common ways in which an unaddressed pest infestation in a care home can have detrimental effects on the business:
- Resident complaints regarding pests, resulting in dissatisfaction and potential loss of occupancy.
- Negative feedback and commentary highlighting the presence of pests tarnishing the home’s reputation and discouraging new guests from choosing the facility.
- Potential lawsuits from residents or their families due to harm or inconvenience caused by the pest infestation.
- Discontent among staff members stemming from their fear of pests leading to decreased morale and potential implications for the quality of care provided.
Common care home pests
Flies
Rats
Bed Bugs
Ants
Wasps
We can be anywhere in the UK within 24 hours. Our mobile operatives cover all areas.
Fast Response. Free Assessment
Following the assessment, we will provide you with a highly competitive quote, keeping your budget in mind and without any obligation on your part. Upon receiving your approval, we will swiftly eliminate all pests from the premises, utilising efficient methods and techniques. Moreover, we will implement preventive measures to ensure that pests do not return, safeguarding the comfort and well-being of your care home’s occupants.
Compliance & safety
Considering the specific type of pest and its location, it is essential to be aware of potential regulatory restrictions regarding pest treatment methods. Merlin is well-informed about these regulations and can provide expert guidance on a range of rapid and non-toxic treatments. Our aim is to ensure your care home remains compliant while delivering effective pest control solutions that prioritise the safety of your staff and residents.
In the case of bed bug problems, we offer the convenience of utilising sniffer dogs for detection during times that cause minimal disruption, such as teatime. This approach ensures efficient scanning of the home to locate any bed bug presence. For rodent issues, we are available to address the problem at night once the kitchen is closed for the day, minimising interference with daily operations.
Our accreditations
We hold ourselves to a very high standard and we have the accreditations to prove it. We pride ourselves on offering an unrivalled experience in control as well as better quality service, response, and reliability than other pest control companies.
Integrated pest management for care homes
To ensure effective and sustainable pest management in care homes, it is crucial to utilise a combination of integrated methods that complement each other and prevent the return of pests. Here are the four primary tactical approaches we employ to eliminate pests and prevent re-infestation.
Biological controls
Biological pest control harnesses pests’ natural enemies to eradicate them safely. This approach encompasses various methods, such as using natural heat treatments to eliminate fleas, cockroaches, beetles, and moths. Biological pest control methods often provide a more effective and safer alternative to chemical approaches.
For instance, we employ highly trained sniffer dogs to detect bed bugs, allowing us to precisely locate their hiding spots. Once identified, we employ targeted heat or steam treatments to eliminate these pests and their eggs. This combination of canine detection and heat treatments is proven to be the most reliable solution for tackling bed bug infestations and is non-toxic too.
Cultural controls
For example, in the case of rodent issues, we identify how pests are accessing food and water sources within the premises. Based on these findings, we will provide recommendations for implementing best practices to restrict their access effectively.
When it comes to bed bug problems, education is important. We educate housekeepers and carers on how to identify signs of bed bugs, such as blood spots, bites, and discarded exoskeletons. Equipped with this knowledge, staff can promptly report future bed bug infestations before they have a chance to spread.
Physical controls
Chemical controls
Chemical control is the use of pesticides. We only use chemicals if they are the most effective method, and they are always used in combination with other approaches as part of a long-term solution. We know that most of our customers ask for non-toxic solutions, which is why, for most pest types, we have higher-impact, non-chemical treatments available. Where chemicals are needed, we use them in a highly controlled and safe way.
We've been featured in
We’ve been featured in countless well known publications. As experts in our field, we regularly inform and advise news journalists and TV production companies on pest-related matters.
