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Planning, regulation, costs and practical advice for local projects, published by PortsmouthPestControl.

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A residential back alley at dusk with closed bins and a drain cover in the foreground.
Local

How Portsmouth pest reports to the council are handled

Residents in Portsmouth can report rats, mice and other pest problems to the council, but the route depends on the land and the species. This guide explains what to include in a report, how public and private land differ and what follow-up and enforcement look like.
7 min read
A sealed bird food bin beside a shed doorway with fallen leaves on the step.
Local

Seasonal pest calendar for Portsmouth homes

Pest activity in Portsmouth follows the seasons. This calendar explains what usually happens in spring, summer, autumn and winter, from queen wasps in April to rodents moving indoors in autumn, so you can act while the problem is still small.
6 min read
Narrow service alley behind restaurants with closed bins and a folded delivery cage on cobbles
Local

Keeping city-centre food premises pest free in Portsmouth

Restaurant pest control in Portsmouth city centre involves shared alleys, bins and deliveries, which spreads pest pressure quickly. This guide explains the shared risks, delivery and waste checks, out-of-hours treatment and what inspectors look for.
8 min read