Beauties and Beasties

We don't think Elaine needs any introductions ! If you have been to any trade event in the past then you will have seen Elaine at the Pest Fix stand .Elaine joins on this episode for a talk through her career in Pest Control. Join us for what should be an entertaining episode.

Whats hot and whats not in the world of Pest Management.

Bed bugs are back, we seem to have had a run on this popular subject This episode we're joined by bed bug specialist Leah Darby from Complete Bed Bug Solutions, leading experts in the detection, treatment and eradication of bed bug infestations. Leah specialises exclusively in bed bugs and has helped countless homeowners, landlords, hotels and businesses tackle one of the most challenging pests in the industry.

On this episode of Beauties & Beasties we're joined by Dr Hannah Fair, Lecturer in Human Geography at the University of Southampton. Hannah has conducted around 50 in depth interviews with residents across London and the South East to better understand their experiences of pests and pest control.What makes someone finally pick up the phone and call a professional pest controller?What have people tried before seeking help?What worries them most when pests invade their homes?And what do customers really think about the pest control industry?This fascinating discussion explores the human side of pest management, revealing the emotions, frustrations, decision making processes and expectations of the people we serve every day.Whether you're a pest controller, business owner or simply interested in understanding customer behaviour, this is an episode packed with valuable insights.

If you have ever been to an industry event you will know the name Helen Hall !From Barrentine, BASF, Ramps to Rentokil . Helen has a long standing career in Pest Management in many varied roles.She joins us on this episode to talk through her journey and what’s changed over the years.

On this episode we’re joined by Francisco Pazos, the man behind ChinChex, to uncover the incredible story of how a kitchen made idea in Hong Kong evolved into a product now making serious waves in the U.K. bed bug sector.

What's Hot, What's Not in the world of Pest Management.

Many of us will remember Colins Traps. Clare & Richard met him about 15 years ago and purchased traps from him , when Colin retired they recognized the massive gap it would leave in the countryside management market & they proudly took over the business to be able to provide high quality traps to both pest controllers and wildlife managers . Clare joins us to talk about what formed that decision and how things have progressed . With a large turn back to traditional non-toxic methods of control it’s a must listen , episode for both pest controllers and wildlife managers

Every pest controller knows… the job is only half the battleThe real difference? The customer We talk about the GOOD customersThe ones who listen, prepare and actually make the job work.The ones who get itWe’ll be breaking down what makes a great customer, why it matters, and how it can turn a nightmare job into an easy one

Apologies for the sound quality on this episodeHaving spent his whole adult life in the countryside, Simon talks through how it all started, from hunting rabbits as a youngster to becoming what he now calls a “rabbit fixer.” It’s been over two years since he was last on the podcast, so we catch up on what’s changed since then. He’s worked everywhere from the northern moors to built up southern cities, and he shares how the rabbit’s world has shifted over time, He’s a proper champion of the countryside ! Join us to discuss how or if life has changed !