Insect control
Bed Bugs
The most easily recognisable signs of bed bug infestation are clusters of reddish, itchy bite marks on the human body; and brownish, clotted blood stains on bedding, clothing and near their hiding places.
The bed bug feeds on human blood, reproduces by oviposition, prefers temperatures between 20-30 degrees Celsius and high humidity. It spends most of its time in cracks, creases, textile seams, furniture, around picture frames, and in gaps in sockets and light switches. It is active at night and dormant during the day.
Control methods: spraying, fogging, dusting, fumigation. It is advisable to intervent twice, 2 weeks apart, to control newly hatching imagos.
Fee: 25.000 - 30.000 HUF
Cockroach
Their presence is indicated by seeing live insects or shed skins.
They feed on human food and waste, need a lot of water, and prefer humid environments and temperatures of 20-30C. They avoid light and hide in cracks, appliances, drains, ceilings, and clutter. Their main risk is food contamination. In the presence of cockroaches, we need to know their food dependency, their high need of water and their shyness due to the hidden lifestyle, as well as their reproduction and growth biology for a well-implemented control.
Control methods: Attractant baits, poisoned baits, gel, spraying, fogging, dusting, and fumigation.
Fee: 18.000 - 25.000 HUF
Ants
The ants are most often observed during their swarming. In addition, their constant food gathering and nest building is a spectacular phenomenon. The colony is divided into castes: at the top are the queens who are responsible for laying and exclusively fertilised by the males. The soldiers protect the state, and the workers supply food and care of colony fellows.
One of the many ant species, the tropical Pharaoh ant is the most occupationally demanding. It breeds all year round, although it is most productive at high humidity and 30 degrees Celsius. Its food demand vary according to the size of the colony which can be quite large. It builds its nest within the building structure: brick walls, solid insulation, wooden structures are all suitable for settling. It feeds on food consumed by humans, their waste and other organic matter. Its main damage is cross-contamination of food and structural damage to buildings.
Control methods: poisoned baits. The pharaoh ant will sneak the bait into the hive, killing the larvae, soldiers, males and queens. Feeding can last for days or even weeks, depending on the colony size.
Fee: 18.000 - 30.000 HUF
Wasp
Wasps are striking insects, easily recognized by their bold appearance.
Different species of wasps form very similar colonies, typically consisting of a single queen, males, and workers. The primary role of the males is to fertilize the queen, who then lays eggs, while the workers are responsible for gathering food, building the nest, and caring for the other members of the colony. Wasps require different types of food depending on their developmental stage: larvae need a protein-rich diet, while adults (imagoes) mainly consume carbohydrates such as nectar or sugary substances. Wasps use their strong mandibles to easily cut up food or shape materials to build their nests. Their nests can be found in a variety of locations, including tree hollows, underground, in rock piles, attics, balconies, corners, and within wall structures. Because wasps often visit food sources, they can cause cross-contamination, but their stings are usually the main threat to humans. Wasps are active during the day and rest at night, so it is most effective to control or remove them at dawn or dusk, when they are less active.
Control methods include traps, poisoned bait, dusting, and smoke treatment. Different wasp species have unique habits and varying levels of aggression, so removing them requires caution and careful planning.
Fee: 25.000 HUF
Fly
Flies are easily recognized by their constant buzzing, quick movements, and bold, persistent nature.
They are drawn to sunny, sheltered spots and thrive in temperatures between 20 and 30 degrees Celsius. Flies tolerate low humidity well, but they have a high need for liquids, as they can only consume food in dissolved form. During their brief lives, which last only a few weeks, females lay hundreds of eggs in protein-rich breeding sites. Because their development is so rapid, fly populations can grow explosively in a short time. Flies are capable of flying one to two kilometers in search of food, allowing them to cover large areas. Their presence poses health risks, as they can contaminate surfaces and open wounds, cross-contaminate food, and spread diseases among both humans and animals. This can lead to economic losses by reducing the productivity of livestock – impacting work output, meat, milk, and egg production – and by causing food spoilage.
Control methods include attractant baits, poisoned bait, sticky traps, fly traps, spraying, fogging, smoking, and disinfecting breeding sites. The choice of method should depend on the level of infestation and the specific conditions of the location.
Fee: 18.000 - 30.000 HUF
Rodent control
Rats
Signs of rat infestation include: elongated brownish-black droppings the size of rice grains, gnaw marks/scratches, holes in the ground, scattered nests, squeaking and gnawing noises, and scavenged food.
Rats are relatively shy animals, becoming active mainly at night when human activity ceases. They eat all fresh food, have a constant need for water, and avoid spoiled or moldy feed, leaving it behind. They live within a radius of 200-300 meters. Their health hazards lie in their role as disease carriers, whether for humans, pets, or livestock. Their economic damage is best measured in terms of
livestock mortality and damage to buildings.
Control methods: guillotine, poisoned bait, foam, dusting, ferrets and dogs. Rats are R-strategists, meaning they raise many offspring with relatively little care. They maintain their population through high
Fee: 15.000 - 25.000 HUF
