Commercial bed bug pest control

We deploy only the most effective methods for detecting and removing bed bugs and where possible, we always use treatments that are not toxic to humans.

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Why choose Merlin for bed bug removal?

We offer fast, effective, nationwide bed bug pest control services. Specialising in commercial pest control, we have decades of experience discreetly removing bed bugs from UK businesses across all sectors. At Merlin, we use the most effective bed bug detection, treatment and prevention methods in the world, to ensure your bed bug problem is fully eliminated. We have a 98% first-time treatment success rate to prove it. Get in touch today if you think you have bed bugs in your business.

Discreet & Confidential

Protecting your reputation is our priority. Our bed bug removal service is fast, discreet and confidential to prevent damage to your business’ reputation.

Fast & Effective

We use the most effective bed bug removal methods in the world to ensure that the problem is dealt with effectively, efficiently and while keeping your customers safe.

Nationwide Service

We serve businesses across the full breadth of the United Kingdom, eliminating bed bugs and preventing them from returning.

Have a problem with bed bugs? Speak to an expert today.

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Commercial industries we serve

We offer commercial pest control to businesses of all types and sizes across the UK, from major airlines and hotel chains to offices, shops and care homes. We’re experienced in the nuances of each business sector and operate quickly and discreetly to protect your business from pests. Choose a sector from the list to learn more about our unique, tailored approach.

Transport

Hospitality

Offices

Retail

Care homes

Our services

Emergency Service

Do you have an urgent bed bug problem wreaking havoc on your business or causing a loss in revenue? We offer an emergency next-day pest control service. Call us today to book a discreet visit from our emergency pest control team.

Proactive pest control

Have you had a problem with bed bugs in the past? Don’t wait until it returns. We can monitor your premises for bed bugs catching and eliminating them in their infancy, through our highly effective early detection and prevention programme.

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About bed bugs in the UK

If you have bed bugs in your business premises, the only thing on your mind will be getting rid of them as quickly as possible. Bed bugs stay close to a food source, so are found where people tend to rest and sleep, hence the name bed bug. The frustration they can cause is not only due to the emotional stress of dealing with parasites, but also the irritation of their bites and the potential for secondary infection from constant scratching. They are not considered to be a major pest or health hazard, but they are highly unpleasant to live with and can cause insomnia, anaemia and mental fatigue.

Adult bed bugs are brown or reddish-brown and about 2-5 mm long. Their flat shape means they can easily hide in cracks and crevices. They dwell in fabric, walls, furniture, clothes and yes, beds. Anywhere they can be close to a human, so they can feed. There has been a recent resurgence of bed bugs. It is widely thought that this is related to a global increase in international travel as bed bugs are known to travel in luggage or clothing.

How we work

Want to know what to expect? Merlin offers a tried and tested four stage commercial pest control process from first contact to aftercare. The table below details each of these four stages.

Contact

Call us and we will arrange for one of our technical team to talk to you.

Local experts
Nationwide coverage

Assessment

We will discuss your commercial pest problem, arrange a free survey if necessary, and provide a quote and recommendations.

Appointment at a time convenient to you
Solutions tailored to your pest problem
BPCA certified

Treatment

Our RSPH Level 2 certified technicians will come out to your business to provide your pest commercial treatment.

Appointment at a time convenient to you
Tailored treatment and effective solutions offered
Totally non-toxic treatments available

Aftercare

We will provide you with a preventative commercial pest control contract, with a schedule of visits for specified pests.

Pest identification and prevention
Effective & discrete solutions

Frequently Asked Questions

What do bed bugs look like?

Bed bugs are small, 2-5mm long, with a flat reddish-brown body that can slip into paper-thin cracks. They have well developed mouth parts which they swing out from their bodies before feeding on blood.

How quickly do bed bugs multiply?

A female bed bug gives birth to between three to 10 eggs per day. The eggs hatch in 10 days and if the nymphs find themselves near a blood source, they can reach maturity in just five weeks.

Where do bed bugs live?

Bed bugs thrive in the bedroom but can be found anywhere people come to rest. They create generations between sheets, in mattress seams and in bedstead crevices. They prefer not to travel far for their blood meals, so they are also likely to be found close to a host.

Although bed bugs prefer to feed during the night when humans are asleep, they are also opportunistic and will feed on hosts while awake .Therefore bed bug infestations are often found in hotels, hospitals, aeroplanes, trains and buses.

Bed bugs are very hardy. They are able to survive 18 months without food and travel vast distances in luggage and on modes of transportation until they reach a meal.

What are the signs of bed bug infestation?

Severely itchy bites, in small groups of three or four.
Blood spots on bedclothes. Bed bugs feed on blood for a full 15 minutes, if they are accidentally squashed, they leave a stain.
Black spots on sheets from their excrement.
A nasty musty odour is detectable when the infestation is particularly serious.
Moulted skins. As they grow towards maturity, the nymphs shed their skins.
Bed bug eggs. An expert eye will detect egg clusters in crevices and cracks.

Does a bed bug infestation need controlling?

Bed bugs bite and are therefore unwelcome guests in a home. However, bed bugs can also destroy a commercial enterprise’s reputation.

Bed bug bites are nasty. They itch for several days and in some cases cause an allergic reaction. The bites appear in clusters all over the body.
The bites cause sleeplessness and anxiety in their hosts.
If the bites are constantly scratched, then there will be risk of infection.
A bad attack of biting can cause anaemia and iron deficiency.
Bed bugs can cause the downfall of commercial premises, such as hotels and ruin the reputation of hospitals. There have been numerous cases of people suing proprietors after an attack.
Bed bugs are difficult to get rid of and there is no single effective method. An integrated approach to the problem is needed as well as careful monitoring of effectiveness over time.

When can you get here?

At Merlin we completely understand the need for a swift response for pest control issues. We will always speak to you and find the best time for us to attend. If it's an emergency, we would expect to be there the next working day, or if we have the operatives near your business, we would attend the same day, if you could accommodate this. We will always work alongside you to provide the best timings for their visits.

How much does the treatment cost?

This is dependent on the type of work and the severity of the problem. It is very difficult to give pre-pricing, even as a general guide as the true extent of the issue will only be evident once surveyed and looked at. This is why as a business we do not charge for our surveys. The survey stage is also an opportunity to meet and get to know you and your site. Pest control is a bespoke service, and one size doesn't fit all. Each pest control offering is different, and is tailored to the site in question.

What do I have to do?

In most cases, before we attend, nothing. It’s when we have attended the site for the in-depth free of charge survey, we can recommend any points that you may need to do. This can be in various forms, from a simple quick clear of clutter, to a removal of shrubs and bushes that are providing harbourage and shelter for pests. But again, no two sites are the same and the importance of understanding the site and its requirements is key to a successful pest control process.

How long will it take to resolve the issue?

It depends on the particular situation. We can confirm this after we have carried out a free, no-obligation site evaluation.

Are there any guarantees?

Yes. We provide either a one, or three-month guarantee depending on the treatment method used. We also guarantee that all work will be carried out by a BPCA certified pest control technician.