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Brentwood Borough Council no longer operates a pest control service.

The responsibility for controlling pests lies with the owner or occupier of the premises or land on which they are present. If you have a particular problem, we suggest you contact a specialist pest control contractor. We may take enforcement action under the Prevention of Damage by Pests Act 1949 if rats are nesting on land or premises.

To help you find a suitable contractor, you can view the most up to date details of available contractors:

Honey bees

Honey bees are not considered pests. They provide a vital environmental function in that they pollinate flowers and plants. Bee populations are increasingly under pressure. If you're being troubled by bees, rather than have them destroyed, a bee keeper may be interested in taking the colony. For more information, visit Essex Beekeepers' Association.

WarningWe would like to make it clear that in providing a list of local contractors this does not in any way offer any recommendation as to their quality or suitability but merely provides the list to help. Before choosing any of the contractors on the list, you should carry out necessary checks beforehand. It's recommended that you get a cost of works and extent of service before agreeing any work to be done, and get at least two quotes. Each contractor may have a different basis of charging.

The Council will not be liable in any way for damages howsoever they arise in connection with anybody using any contractor on this list in any way.

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