If you have pests of any description, which most of us do from time to time, you will need to call in the people who really know what they are talking about, the experts. But how do you know just who to call?

Well, there are always the yellow pages - a good place to start. You can also try online directory sites such as uknetguide who might be able to put you in the right direction. Word of mouth is also pretty good although you might not be so keen to share your secret with neighbours!

It all depends on what type of pests you have. Most pest control firms will handle most types of pests, but if you have something out of the ordinary, you may have to find ones that specialises in your particular little problem.

One of the important criteria is what type of removal method they use. Ask yourself how humane it is and how kind is it to the environment. There are some pest control firms which use a much more eco-friendly poison to get rid of the animals.

You also have to be especially careful if you have pets or if there are wildlife which regularly visit your garden, but an experienced pest removal man will be able to get rid of the pests without harming other animals.