Stored product insects, despite their small size, can cause considerable damage and pose various risks to stored food products and the environments they infest. Here are some of the dangers associated with stored product insects:

1. Food Contamination: Stored product insects can contaminate food items by laying eggs directly on or inside them. The larvae that hatch from these eggs can feed on the food, leading to spoilage, loss of quality, and potential health hazards if infested products are consumed.
2. Economic Losses: Infestations of stored product insects can result in substantial economic losses for businesses involved in food storage, processing, and distribution. Contaminated products may need to be discarded, leading to financial losses, while infestations can also damage equipment and infrastructure.
3. Reduced Marketability: Food products that are infested with insects are unsightly and unappealing to consumers. As a result, businesses may experience reduced sales and marketability of their products, leading to damage to their reputation and brand image.
4. Health Risks: While stored product insects themselves may not directly pose health risks to humans, their presence can attract other pests, such as rodents and birds, which can carry disease-causing pathogens. Additionally, the presence of insect fragments, excrement, and allergens in food products can trigger allergic reactions and cause health issues in sensitive individuals.
5. Regulatory Compliance Issues: Businesses involved in food storage and distribution are subject to regulations and standards aimed at ensuring the safety and quality of food products. Infestations of stored product insects can lead to violations of these regulations, resulting in fines, penalties, and legal consequences.
6. Structural Damage: Some stored product insects, such as certain species of beetles and moths, can bore into packaging materials, wooden structures, and infrastructure, causing structural damage and compromising the integrity of storage facilities.

Overall, stored product insects pose significant risks to food safety, economic viability, and regulatory compliance for businesses involved in food storage and distribution. Implementing preventive measures such as proper sanitation, monitoring, and pest control is essential for mitigating these dangers and protecting stored food products from infestation. Premier Pest Control Services can help target stored product insects in your premises and sort the problem out- fast!

How We Get Rid of Stored Product Insects?

Call us and we will quickly send a friendly and competent Technician to take a look at your problem.

We tell you how we will sort your problem and provide a cost.

If you are happy with the service and cost, we will safely treat the problem, keeping you informed all at every stage.

All documentation and advice sheets will be provided for your safety and peace of mind.

We will arrange follow up visits, as agreed to make sure that your problem is solved as quickly as possible.

We will remove our equipment/ dead rodents and advise on how to prevent re-infestation.

Our Service

We know that you will want to get rid of these pests as soon as possible and so we provide an emergency pest control call out service. We are a family-owned firm and we do not use call centres; when you telephone, you will always speak to a real person in your local area!

✔ Easy to book a visit

✔ Emergency call out

✔ Highly effective methods

✔ Done by dedicated, expert professionals

✔ 24 Hour call-out

✔ No surprise charges

Frequently Asked Questions

Can I get rid of pests myself?

Some infestations can be treated successfully using DIY products. These products will not be as effective as the equipment used by our company and our technicians have the vast training and experience to do the job quickly, efficiently and safely. It is therefore advisable to give us a call.

How long will it take to get rid of these pests?

Our professional pest controllers are trained to eradicate pests as quickly as possible. This can be within 1 day for simple infestations but can take longer for established problems. If you call us, we can have a technician quickly assess the problem and provide rapid eradication.

Is your service safe for humans and pets?

Keeping your family and pets safe during a pest control treatment is vital. We will use techniques and products safely to ensure that your loved ones are protected and kept safe.

Is your service cheap?

Many factors will affect the cost of pest control service such as property size, extent of the infestation and type of treatment that is needed. We will however pull out all the stops to get rid of your pest problem fast with excellent value included.

How quickly can you get to me?

We know that pest problems are really upsetting and you want them gone fast. We will aim to be with you within 24 hours of your call to stamp out the problem quickly and effectively.