Pest emergencies don’t stick to a 9-to-5 schedule. Finding a rat in your kitchen at midnight or realizing your guest room is infested with bed bugs on a Saturday evening can cause instant panic. In the heart of London, you need a rapid response. Lazer Pest Control provides 24-hour emergency services across the city, but the actions you take in the first hour can make a huge difference. Here is your emergency guide on what to do while you wait for our technician:
1. Rats or Mice in Living Areas:
- Do Not: Try to corner or catch the animal. Rodents can bite or scratch when they feel threatened, potentially transmitting diseases.
- The Action: Close the door to the room where the rodent was spotted to contain it. Clear any food from counters into sealed containers and wipe down surfaces with disinfectant. Keep pets and children away from the area.
2. Wasp or Hornet Nests:
- Do Not: Use a broom to hit the nest or try to “smoke them out.” This will trigger a swarm and lead to multiple stings.
- The Action: Stay calm and move away. Close nearby windows and doors. If someone is stung and shows signs of an allergic reaction (swelling or difficulty breathing), call 999 immediately.
3. Bed Bug Discoveries:
- Do Not: Move your bedding, clothes, or furniture to another room. This is the fastest way to spread the infestation throughout your entire home.
- The Action: Leave the room as it is. If you must do something, put your current clothes and immediate bedding into a sealed plastic bag and take them directly to a hot wash (60°C).
4. Cockroach Sightings:
- Do Not: Just step on them. Some species carry eggs that can survive and hatch later.
- The Action: Remove any standing water in sinks or trays. Cockroaches can live for weeks without food but only days without water.
Why Choose Lazer’s Emergency Service? We guarantee a fast response time because we know that time is of the essence. Our emergency teams arrive equipped with the latest technology to solve the problem immediately and discreetly. When you call Lazer Pest Control, you aren’t just getting an exterminator; you’re getting peace of mind at any hour of the day or night.
