Commercial cockroach pest control

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

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Why choose Merlin for cockroach removal?

We offer fast, effective, nationwide cockroach pest control services. Specialising in commercial pest control, we have decades of experience discreetly removing cockroaches from UK businesses across all sectors. At Merlin, we use the most effective cockroach detection, treatment and prevention methods in the world, to ensure your cockroach 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 cockroaches in your business.

Discreet & Confidential

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

Fast & Effective

We use the most effective cockroach 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 cockroaches and preventing them from returning.

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

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About cockroaches in the UK

Finding cockroaches in your business can be very distressing. As known carriers of diseases such as Salmonella, Dysentery and Gastroenteritis, exposure to this pest also poses significant health risks. Increases in eczema and asthma have even been linked to cockroach droppings. Cockroaches are very tough insects and their ability to breed rapidly makes professional treatment essential to control any infestation.

Only expert products and solutions are powerful enough to eliminate all stages of their lifecycle. If you have noticed an unpleasant, lingering odour under sinks, behind appliances or in storage cupboards, it’s time to check for signs of cockroaches. We can provide a non-toxic method for cockroach control, and we will remove as many of the insects in the first instance through traps. Due to the nocturnal nature of these pests, our treatment programs are delivered out of hours.

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

The most common cockroach species found in the UK is the German Cockroach.

What do German cockroaches look like?

German cockroaches are small, measuring only 0.51 inches across and 0.63 inches long. They are brown in colour with two black stripes that stretch downwards behind their heads. They have wings, but cannot fly and long waving antennae.

How quickly do German cockroaches multiply?

Very quickly. A female cockroach will produce up to 40 babies from one egg capsule. During her lifetime she will drop eight capsules resulting in 3-400 nymphs. Each nymph then becomes sexually mature after only eight to 12 weeks.

Where do German cockroaches live?

As the German cockroach is so little it can live in the tiniest of cracks. Door hinges, ceiling and floor joints, electronic devices, furniture joints and even under labels on cans and jars are all popular hiding places for them. German cockroaches don’t like the cold so they tend to find warm indoor homes with plenty of food and water.

What are the signs of a German cockroach infestation?

When excited or afraid, German cockroaches give off a nasty smell.
As they multiply so quickly you will see them. There is no such thing as just one cockroach.
They look like small black spots and are not always easy to see.
Cockroaches shed their skins, you will come across crisp brown material.
Dead cockroaches.
Empty egg cases, they are small, brown and purse-shaped.

Does a German cockroach infestation need controlling?

Yes. Due to their rate of reproduction a small infestation can get out of control very speedily.

As German cockroaches prefer to frequent sewers and rubbish bins, they are serious carriers of germs. These germs attach themselves to the cockroach body and are then transferred to human surfaces such as plates, cutlery, and tabletops.
German cockroaches spread an impressive range of illnesses. These include salmonella, E. Coli, Streptococcus and poliomyelitis.
Worm eggs are also spread by cockroaches, such as hookworms, pinworms and even tapeworms.
German cockroaches quickly become resistant to commercial aerosols and poisons.
They will eat a diverse amount of food. As well as their preferred options which are sweet, meaty or greasy, they will also eat toothpaste, soap and glue. It is difficult to starve them out!

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.