Pest Proofing Services
Our professional pest-proofing services help you keep your building protected from unwanted pests before they get inside. Backed by 30+ years’ experience and membership in the National Pest Technicians Association (NPTA), our team will find access points, seal vulnerable areas, and help prevent pest infestations across residential and commercial properties.
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Protect your property with professional pest-proofing
Rats, mice, pigeons, and gulls are all known for finding their way into our homes and businesses to shelter. Rodents use gaps in walls, doors, and pipework, while birds settle on ledges, rooflines, and signage to nest.
Once inside, these pests can become serious problems – contaminating stock, damaging electrical wiring, and creating health hazards. Professional pest proofing helps stop these issues at the source by sealing access points and installing deterrents where needed.
Our trained technicians carry out detailed property surveys, recommend the best proofing measures, and offer ongoing monitoring to protect your building over the long-term. With over 30 years of experience behind us, we’ll help prevent infestations and help you avoid emergency pest control callouts.
What is pest proofing?
Pest-proofing (sometimes called pest exclusion) is the process of protecting a building from pests. It usually involves finding and sealing access points, like:
- Gaps around pipework
- Damaged air vents
- Cracks in external walls
- Openings beneath doors and rooflines
Unlike reactive pest control, which deals with pests already on site, pest-proofing prevents them from entering your building in the first place.
What is the difference between pest proofing and pest control?
The differences between pest proofing and control all come down to preventative or reactive measures.
- Pest proofing is preventative, focusing on stopping pests from entering in the first place by sealing access points and building better protection against future issues.
- Pest control deals with nuisance animals that are already inside your property. It involves trapping, baiting, and fumigation to remove active infestations.
Why choose pest-proofing services?
There are a number of reasons to choose pest-proofing services for your commercial building:
Prevent expensive infestations
A single rodent or bird problem can result in thousands of pounds in damage – from gnawed wiring to contaminated stock or food supply. Pest proofing stops infestations from happening in the first place, saving you from having to make an expensive pest control callout later on.
Maintain hygiene and health standards
If you’re in the food or agricultural sector, inspections and audits all require evidence of proactive pest management. Pest proofing shows due diligence and helps you meet obligations under food hygiene regulations and health and safety laws.
Protect your company's reputation
If your customers see pests – especially rats – in or around your building, you risk severely losing their trust and undermining your public image. Professional pest proofing keeps your hygiene standards high and gives you confidence that there’ll be no intrusion.
Why choose Acorn for pest-proofing services?
Industry-recognised
Our expert team follows NPTA best practice, so you can be sure our pest-proofing services are effective, humane and professional
30+ years’ experience
With decades of experience, you can trust our team to pest-proof your premises without disrupting your operations.
Audit–ready service
Every visit is recorded digitally on a personalised client portal (via ServiceTracker) with time-stamped notes and documentation.
Available across the North West and Yorkshire
You can count on our expert team to deliver quicker surveys, tighter follow-ups, and clearer accountability than a larger, national team.
Take a look at our pest proofing accreditations
What are our pest-proofing solutions?
Rodent proofing
Rodents can squeeze through small gaps like pipework and wall cavities. Our rodent-proofing finds and seals every potential entry point with gnaw-proof materials, like steel mesh and concrete.
Bird proofing
Birds nesting in your building can cause structural damage, block drainage, and create serious hygiene issues from excessive guano. Our bird-proofing solutions humanely prevent roosting and nesting.
Bird netting
Heavy-duty bird netting is perfect for stopping birds from entering hard-to-reach, open spaces like loading bays and courtyards, preventing them from making any attempts to roost.
Bird spikes
Stainless steel anti-bird spikes are a popular, harm-free deterrent for nuisance birds that try to perch on your building’s exterior – blending in with its profile for discreet, low-maintenance protection.
What is our pest-proofing process?
We follow a structured, three-stage process for every pest-proofing job. This makes sure nothing is missed, and you know exactly what is happening at every stage.
Site survey and risk assessment
We start by inspecting your property inside and out. Our technicians look for signs of pest activity, check the condition of your building, and identify the gaps, ledges, and empty spaces they could be using to get inside.
Customised proofing
Once we know where the animals could be getting in, we recommend the best pest-proofing solution for your building. You’ll receive a clear quote that explains the work required, the materials we’ll use, and how we’ll help stop pests from getting back in.
Installation and reporting
Our technicians then carry out the pest-proofing work with minimal disruption to your site. Once complete, you’ll receive digital records through ServiceTracker for clear documentation of your pest management.
Book your free pest proofing survey
If pests are causing mess, damage or disruption on your site, our NPTA-accredited pest proofing team can help. We’ll assess pest activity, recommend the right approach for your building and risk areas, and agree next steps to keep them away long-term.
Who uses our pest-proofing services?
Food production and distribution
Warehouses and logistics
Retail and commercial buildings
Schools, hospitals, and public sector
Facilities management companies
Where do we offer pest proofing services?
We offer pest proofing services and 24/7 support around the North West and Yorkshire, carrying out projects in the following areas. For larger commercial contracts and multi-site installations, we provide nationwide coverage
Book your free pest proofing survey now
Ready to keep pests from your site? Book a pest proofing survey now for expert advice and support from our team.
Call us today or book your free consultation to get started.
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