09 September 2022

HM Queen Elizabeth II: 1926-2022

All at the British Pest Control Association are deeply saddened to learn of the passing of Her Majesty The Queen. . More

07 September 2022

Hobbies in the pest control industry

Take a look at what the professional pest control community does for fun.. More

09 February 2022

Hockley eagerly awaits return of PestEx

Press release: Pest control product manufacturer Hockley International are inviting you to come see them at their stand at PestEx this March. . More

30 August 2018

Hollywood Pests: Pest control film reviews

The release of Ant-Man and the Wasp from Marvel Studios got us thinking about high profile pests on the silver screen.... More

24 April 2026

Homeless families forced into pest-infested temporary accommodation

A recent report found that homeless families in England are being placed into unsafe properties, often with pest infestations.. More

23 August 2021

Hope is not a strategy

BPCA Chief Executive, Ian Andrew, muses on the anticipation of getting back to normal, and the importance of strategy as well as hope. . More

15 October 2026

How AI picks a pest controller

Matt Goren explains how AI assistants recommend local businesses and what pest management companies can do to improve their chances of being found.. More

26 November 2020

How can pest management companies prepare as the end of the Brexit transition period looms?

We summarise what we know about the end of the brexit transition period and what’ll be different on 1 January 2021. . More

09 January 2025

How do I stop birds nesting on my property?

Bird proofing is a complex task that should always be left to trained pest professionals rather than attempted as a DIY project.. More

07 March 2018

How do you sell pest control to a farmer?

With stewardship being (very nearly) two years old, Marketing and Communications Manager Ben Massey looks at the business opportunities that have been created.. More

31 May 2022

How regulated is pest management in the UK?

PPC asked Senior Regulatory Manager Dawn Kirby from BPCA member company Rentokil to look at current regulation and speculate on what may change.. More

21 March 2025

How staff who drive for work could be putting your business at risk

In this PPC118 article, Driving for Better Business talk about the importance of safe driving for work and their free policy builder tool to help organisations.. More

15 March 2021

How to access PestExtra

It’s PestExtra week! This is how you access the system. . More

13 March 2020

How to apply for gull licence as deadline approaches

BPCA is advising all members that they should apply for their individual licences for gull control in good time for breeding season.. More

08 December 2025

How to avoid catching flu, Covid-19 and other respiratory illnesses this winter

UK Health Security Agency has published some advice on avoiding the worst of the winter bugs this year.. More

16 January 2020

How to boost your Find a pest controller profile

In this step-by-step guide for BPCA members, we show you how to make the most of your Find a pest controller profile. . More

15 September 2026

How to engage with politicians and raise your profile

Ciaran Breen explains how engaging with elected representatives can help raise your business's profile, open useful conversations, and ensure the voice of professional pest management is heard.. More

31 October 2022

How to professionally control wood pigeons – pest advice for professionals

Dave Archer tells all about his experience of dealing with wood pigeons. . More

03 May 2024

How to protect your pest business from scams

Which? Trusted Trader outlines common ways fraudsters target pest control companies and offers tips to prevent your business from falling victim.. More

04 August 2020

How to start a pest management business - Get ready and plan

Kevin Higgins looks at what you should think about before leaving the day job and what you need to launch a successful pest management business. . More

12 June 2025

How to win (Facebook) friends and influence people: social media for pest management companies

At PestEx 2024, a panel discussion on the benefits of social media for pest controllers took place. We round up the key talking points for PPC119.. More

17 October 2018

How to write a winning British Pest Management Award entry

Nominations are coming in thick and fast for the second ever British Pest Management Awards. We wanted to make sure that anyone thinking about entering an award had the guidance they need to confidently enter themselves or a colleague. . More

05 June 2023

How to write perfect pest management field biology reports

Alex Wade from Wade Environmental gives PPC magazine a look at what should be in a field biologist’s report. . More

03 October 2017

Howard Taffs selected as new Servicing Committee Chair

The BPCA Servicing Committee has selected Howard Taffs, Managing Director of Good Riddance Pest Control as the new Chair. . More

26 February 2024

How's your job-ad-fu? Writing job adverts for pest control businesses

In PPC114, BPCA's Kat Shaw has written a little list of ways to jazz up your job adverts and appeal to the best talent the pest control industry has to offer.. More