Primal Pest Control

03/06/2026

🐀 Why Traps Matter When Dealing With Rats in Your Home 🐀

Many people assume poison is the best solution for a rat problem, but in domestic properties, traps often play a vital role in achieving a fast and effective result.

These photos show exactly why.

✅ Immediate confirmation that rats are present
✅ Quick reduction of the population
✅ No risk of rodents dying in inaccessible areas and causing odour issues
✅ Allows us to monitor activity levels and identify problem areas
✅ Provides valuable information to help locate entry points and prevent future infestations

While trapping is an effective control method, it is only one part of the solution. The key to long-term success is identifying how the rats are getting into the property and carrying out the necessary proofing work to stop them returning.

At Primal Pest Control, we focus on solving the root cause of the problem, not just treating the symptoms.

📍 Serving Dublin, Kildare, Wicklow, Meath, Carlow & Louth
📞 Contact us today for professional rat and mouse control solutions.

25/04/2026

🐭 YEARS of Mouse Activity… Hidden Under Decking

This property had a long-term mouse issue that was never properly resolved.

The problem?
The decking was never lifted — so the real issue stayed hidden.

👉 We removed the decking and this is what we found:

❌ Open gaps around pipework
❌ Poorly sealed service entries
❌ Direct access straight into the property

Exactly the kind of entry points mice rely on.

These small gaps might not look like much — but for a mouse, this is an open door.

This is why infestations keep coming back when the root cause isn’t addressed.

At Primal Pest Control, we don’t just treat symptoms —
we expose the problem, eliminate access, and stop it at source.

💥 Problem found. Problem fixed.

📍 Dublin | Kildare | Wicklow | Meath
📞 085 778 5647
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09/04/2026

⚠️ Hidden Woodworm Damage – A Costly Miss ⚠️

This was discovered last week by an electrician… not a surveyor, not during a roof replacement — but by chance.

➡️ The property was purchased 3 years ago
➡️ A full survey was carried out – NOT flagged
➡️ Roof replaced 6 months ago – still NOT picked up

Yet here we are… clear signs of active woodworm damage 🪵🐛

The timber is heavily compromised, with visible exit holes, frass (wood dust), and structural weakening already underway.

👉 This is exactly why a standard property survey is NOT enough when it comes to pest issues.

Surveyors often don’t specialise in identifying:
• Active vs historic infestations
• Hidden pest activity in voids/insulation
• Long-term structural risks from insects

A pest control inspection before buying could have caught this early and saved thousands.

At Primal Pest Control, we specialise in identifying and treating issues before they become serious problems.

📍 Covering Dublin, Kildare, Wicklow, Meath, Carlow & Louth
📞 085 778 5647
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Don’t rely on luck – get a specialist involved.

10/03/2026

📍 Survey for Major Pigeon Guano Clean-Up

Today we carried out a survey at a derelict building with a preservation order that has been heavily impacted by a long-term pigeon infestation.

Years of nesting and guano build-up have resulted in significant contamination across multiple floors, including stairwells, timber floors and upper levels of the building.

Pigeon guano is more than just unsightly — it can harbour harmful bacteria, fungal spores and associated insects such as mites, beetles and flies. Situations like this require specialist cleaning procedures, PPE and professional biocide treatment to make the area safe again.

Because the building is protected under a preservation order, all work must be carried out carefully to ensure the structure and original features are respected during the clean-up process.

Proposed works will include:
✔ Safe removal and bagging of contaminated guano
✔ Professional biocide disinfection treatment
✔ Treatment for associated insects before and after clean-up
✔ Safe disposal of contaminated waste at a licensed facility

Large infestations like this require careful planning and multiple days of work to complete safely.

If you have pigeons nesting in an attic, commercial premises, warehouse or apartment block, it’s best to deal with it early before it reaches this stage.

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📍 Serving: Dublin • Wicklow • Kildare • Meath • Carlow • Louth

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09/01/2026

🛏️ BED BUG ALERT 🛑

This is a bed bug — small, flat, and very good at hiding.
They’re often found along skirting boards, bed frames, furniture joints, and cracks, not just beds.

❗ Bed bugs:
• Feed on blood (usually at night)
• Spread easily via luggage, furniture & clothing
• Are NOT a sign of poor hygiene
• Multiply fast if left untreated

⚠️ DIY sprays rarely work and often make the problem worse by spreading them deeper into the property.

If you’ve noticed bites, black spotting, or live insects — act fast.

🐺 Primal Pest Control
📍 Professional Bed Bug Treatments
📞 085 778 5647
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Early detection saves time, money, and stress.

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21/11/2025

🪵🐀 Rat Skull Found in an Attic – What This Really Means

Came across this rat skull during an attic inspection today.
When you find remains like this, it’s a clear sign that rodent activity has been going on longer than you think — and there may be more hiding out of sight.

Rats don’t just bring noise and damage… they bring bacteria, contamination, and risks to your home’s insulation and wiring.

If you’ve heard scratching, noticed droppings, or just want peace of mind — get your attic checked.
Same-day callouts available.

Primal Pest Control
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📍 Dublin • Kildare • Wicklow • Meath • Carlow
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15/11/2025

14/11/2025

Routine Pest Control Inspections 🐀🔍

Staying on top of pest activity isn’t just about reacting — it’s about prevention. These routine inspections are carried out in the less-seen areas of a site: plant rooms, service ducts, underground corridors and utility tunnels.

By checking every bait station, monitoring rodent behaviour, and inspecting access points, we make sure problems are identified early and dealt with before they escalate.

🔹 Regular monitoring
🔹 Safe, professional bait placement
🔹 Early detection of rodent activity
🔹 Protection for your property & staff

If your business relies on compliance, safety and uninterrupted operations, routine pest control inspections are essential.

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29/10/2025

🐭 External Mouse Activity 🐾

Clear signs of external mouse activity at these bait stations.
You can see heavy bait take and droppings, confirming active feeding outside the property.

Regular checks and bait rotation are vital to stay on top of rodent pressure, especially around gardens, sheds, and external walls.
By maintaining proper external control, we prevent infestations before they reach indoors.

📍 Professional monitoring
📍 Regular maintenance
📍 Preventative protection

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15/10/2025

🐀 Good Proofing = No Rats! 🏠
Keeping rats out isn’t just about trapping — it’s about stopping them getting in in the first place.

Proper proofing means sealing up every gap, vent, and entry point that rodents could squeeze through (and trust us, they can get through holes as small as a €1 coin!).

At Primal Pest Control, we don’t just deal with infestations — we prevent them with professional proofing work that lasts.

✅ Long-term protection
✅ Rodent prevention
✅ Peace of mind

📞 085 778 5647
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