– PEST CONTROL SERVICES –
Your surveyor’s report mentions woodworm in the loft and recommends a specialist. There are droppings in the garage of the cottage you’ve fallen for. The seller says the holes in the beams are “historic”. Before you exchange contracts, you need to know what you’re really buying. Wiltshire Pest Services Ltd carries out independent pre-purchase pest and woodworm surveys for home buyers, landlords and investors across Wiltshire and into the borders of Somerset, Dorset and Hampshire. Call us on 07711 259749 or use the form on this page to book a survey.
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Building surveys often flag possible woodworm, rodent activity or timber damage and recommend further investigation by a specialist. That’s exactly what we do.
Active woodworm, a rat problem coming from broken drains or squirrels in the roof can all mean unexpected bills after you move in.
A clear report on what’s there, whether it’s active and what it would cost to put right gives you solid information to take back to the seller.
Period cottages, barn conversions and rural properties are more likely to have timber pests, rodents and wildlife in the roof. A survey tells you where you stand.
We inspect floorboards, joists, roof timbers and stairs, identify the beetle, and tell you whether the woodworm is active or historic and how far it has spread. See our woodworm treatment service.
We look for droppings, gnawing, nests, runs and entry points in lofts, under floors, in kitchens and outbuildings.
We check lofts and roof spaces for signs of squirrels, nesting birds and bats. Bats are protected by law, so if we find signs of them, we’ll explain what that means for any future roof work.
We look for old wasp nests, and signs of pests such as moths, carpet beetles and cluster flies that can affect a property.
Damp timber, poor ventilation, gaps in the roof and damaged airbricks all make a property more attractive to pests. We note them so you can plan ahead.
Where it’s useful, we can add a drone survey of the roof or a CCTV drain survey to check for rat entry points.
Independent advice before you commit, especially on older, rural or listed properties.
Know what you’re taking on before adding a property to your portfolio, and avoid problems between tenancies.
When a report recommends specialist investigation, we can provide a clear, independent pest and timber assessment.
Call us or use the form on this page. Tell us about the property, what your surveyor has flagged, and your deadline. If you call, we’ll take the details and send you a follow-up form through our booking system, then talk you through your options and what happens next.
We arrange a time to visit with you, the estate agent or the seller.
We inspect the loft, accessible floor voids, timbers, kitchens, outbuildings and the outside of the property, plus any drone or drain checks you’ve asked for.
You get a clear written report with photos, explaining what we found, whether any problem is active, and what we recommend.
If work is needed, we can give you a quote for treatment, proofing or clean-up, so you know the cost before you exchange.
We price each survey once we know the property. The main factors are the size and age of the property, access to the loft and floor voids, the number of outbuildings, and whether drone or drain checks are added. Get in touch for a clear quote.
Woodworm is one of our specialities, so we can tell the difference between an active infestation and old, harmless holes.
If the woodworm is historic and needs no treatment, we’ll say so in writing. We’re not there to find problems that don’t exist.
Our team has over 30 years of combined experience, including BPCA-certified professionals and a Fellow of the RSPH.
If something does need treating, we can quote and carry out the work, from woodworm treatment to proofing.
We arrive in unmarked vehicles, which matters when a sale is in progress.
It isn’t standard in the UK, but it’s well worth it if your surveyor recommends specialist investigation, or if you’re buying an older, rural or listed property.
A building survey looks at the overall condition of the property and often recommends specialist checks. A pest survey focuses on pests and timber damage in detail: what’s there, whether it’s active and what it will cost to deal with.
We’ll tell you which beetle it is, whether it’s active or historic, and how much timber is affected. If treatment is needed, we’ll give you a quote.
Many buyers use a specialist report to discuss price or ask the seller to carry out work. Speak to your solicitor or estate agent about how to use it.
Yes. We’ll need access to the property, which is usually arranged through the estate agent or the seller.
Let us know your deadline when you get in touch, and we’ll do our best to fit around your purchase timeline.
It depends on the size and age of the property and whether drone or drain checks are added. We give you a clear quote before we book.
We carry out home buyer pest surveys across Wiltshire and the borders of Somerset, Dorset and Hampshire, including:
Swindon, Bath, Salisbury, Chippenham, Andover, Trowbridge, Devizes, Frome, Warminster, Melksham, Shaftesbury, Calne, Marlborough, Corsham, Westbury, Amesbury.
– WHAT WE TREAT –
Eliminates mice with targeted treatments, preventing future infestations permanently.
We remove Grey Squirrels humanely and seal entry points to stop them coming back.
Bed bugs hide in cracks and crevices, making DIY removal nearly impossible.
Ants invade properties in search of food. We eliminate ant colonies at the source….
Cockroaches spread disease and are notoriously resilient. Our specialist treatments…
Large ladybird infestations can become a nuisance, particularly in autumn.
From carpet beetles to grain beetles, we identify and treat beetle infestations…
Silverfish thrive in damp conditions and damage books, wallpaper, and fabrics.
Moles can destroy gardens, sports fields, and landscapes. Our expert mole removal…
Humanely eliminates large-scale rodent and bird infestations efficiently.
Decontaminates properties after infestations, ensuring hygiene and safety.
