Bed Bug Heat Treatments Explained with Richard Barrie from The Bed Bugs Experts

Bed Bug Heat Treatments Explained with Richard Barrie from The Bed Bugs Experts

In this episode of the Pest Perspectives Podcast, host Shaun Muller is joined by Richard Barrie from The Bed Bugs Experts for an in-depth conversation about specialist pest control, bed bug infestations, professional heat treatments, moth infestation work, pest control pricing, and real stories from the pest control industry. Guest: Richard Barrie Company: The Bed Bugs Experts The Bed Bugs Experts | Bed Bug Treatment - Scotland, Yorkshire, England [https://bedbugsexperts.co.uk/] Bed bugs are one of the most stressful and difficult pests to deal with. They can spread quickly, hide in tiny cracks and crevices, and cause real anxiety for homeowners, tenants, landlords, hotels and accommodation providers. In this episode, Richard shares his experience from the specialist bed bug sector, including how infestations are identified, why they can be so difficult to control, and why a structured professional approach is so important. A major focus of this episode is bed bug heat treatment. Shaun and Richard discuss how heat treatments are used within professional bed bug control, why temperature and process matter, and how heat can be an important option when dealing with bed bug infestations. They also talk about preparation, customer expectations, follow-up, monitoring, and the importance of evidence before, during and after treatment. The conversation also covers moth infestation work, including how moth problems can affect domestic environments where carpets, clothing, stored fabrics, natural fibres, loft spaces, voids or undisturbed areas may be involved. This episode also includes wider pest control talk around pricing, specialist work, customer communication, and the value of doing the job properly. Shaun and Richard discuss why some pest issues require more than a quick visit, why professional pest control should be priced fairly, and why customers need to understand the work, knowledge and process that goes into dealing with difficult infestations. Alongside the technical discussion, Richard shares old pest control stories and real industry experiences from his time in the sector. These stories help highlight how much pest control has changed over the years, while also showing the practical judgement, problem-solving and experience needed when dealing with specialist pest problems. The conversation explores the wider reality of specialist pest work, including early detection, discreet service, common mistakes, misinformation, monitoring, preparation, follow-up, and the difference between simply treating a room and properly understanding the scale of an infestation. Richard also discusses the work of The Bed Bugs Experts and how specialist knowledge, heat treatment experience and structured infestation control can support better outcomes for customers. Whether you work in pest control or simply want to understand more about bed bugs and moth infestations, this episode offers valuable insight into how professionals approach difficult pest issues and why heat treatment remains such an important topic within modern pest management. The Pest Perspectives Podcast is a UK pest management podcast hosted by Shaun Muller from Oakham Pest Control Ltd. The podcast brings together voices from across the pest control industry to share knowledge, real experiences, professional insight, honest conversations and practical pest control talk. If you are interested in bed bug control, bed bug heat treatments, moth infestation work, carpet moths, textile pests, pest control pricing, specialist pest management, old pest control stories, or professional pest control in the UK, this episode is well worth watching. Hosted by Shaun Muller Oakham Pest Control Ltd Host of the Pest Perspectives Podcast The Pest Perspectives Podcast is sponsored by Powered Now. #AD Powered Now is job management software designed to help trades and service businesses manage quotes, invoices, scheduling, customer communication and day-to-day paperwork more efficiently.

Tenders in Pest Management with Alex Whelan from Tender Pro Consultancy

In today’s episode of the Pest Perspectives Podcast, Shaun Muller is joined by Alex Whelan from Tender Pro Consultancy. website belowExpert Bid Writing & Tendering | Tender Pro Consultancy [https://tenderproconsultancy.co.uk/]Alex works with business owners to help them strategically grow by delivering outsourced bid and tender submissions. For many pest management companies, tenders can open the door to larger contracts, commercial opportunities, public sector work and long-term business growth — but the process can be time-consuming, detailed and sometimes overwhelming.This episode focuses on tenders in pest management, including why they matter, how pest control businesses can approach them more professionally, and how outsourcing bid and tender support can allow business owners to stay focused on running their day-to-day operations while their tender submissions are handled by someone with specialist knowledge.Shaun and Alex also discuss Alex’s own background and career within the pest management industry, giving listeners an insight into his experience, knowledge and understanding of the sector.This episode is ideal for pest controllers, business owners and growing pest management companies who want to better understand tender opportunities, improve their approach to bids and explore new ways to grow their business.The Pest Perspectives Podcast is sponsored by Powered Now. #ADPowered Now is job management software designed to help trade and service businesses manage their day-to-day work more efficiently. It can help with things such as scheduling jobs, creating quotes and invoices, managing customer information, sending reports and keeping business admin organised in one place.A big thank you to Powered Now for supporting the podcast and helping us continue to bring conversations, education and industry discussion to the pest management sector.

EP 66: Bee Removal, Business & Industry Networking with Martyn Belcher

In this episode of Pest Perspectives, Shaun Muller is joined by Martin Belcher from ABM Pest Control in Mansfield for a wide-ranging discussion covering professional bee removal, pest control networking, trade bodies, TrustMark, NPTA membership and the value of continued professional development in the pest management industry. Martin shares how he first entered pest control after previously working as a coal miner, before moving into hospital-based pest management and eventually developing his own specialist pest control work. His story highlights the importance of opportunity, learning, resilience and building a career through practical experience. A major focus of the episode is professional bee removal. Martin explains the difference between a beekeeper collecting a simple swarm and a trained bee remover dealing with bees inside chimneys, roofs, voids, listed buildings and difficult access areas. The discussion explores why bee removal is not always straightforward, why old colonies can be more complex, and why equipment such as drones, chimney cameras and pole cameras can be essential for safe inspection and planning. The episode also covers important bee health topics, including dirty comb, disease risk, quarantine, colony strength and varroa mite. Martin explains why “saving the bees” is not always as simple as people think, especially where there is a risk of disease, contamination or aggressive colonies. Shaun and Martin also discuss the value of networking in pest control. Rather than seeing every local pest controller as direct competition, Martin explains how sharing work, passing referrals and building trusted relationships can help customers receive a better service while supporting other pest professionals. This section is especially useful for sole traders, small pest control businesses and technicians looking to build stronger local industry connections. The conversation also touches on the role of the National Pest Technicians Association, including member benefits, CPD resources, risk assessment tools, TrustMark registration and the importance of trade bodies in raising professional standards across UK pest control. This episode is ideal for pest controllers, bee removal specialists, beekeepers, pest management business owners, technicians, trainees and anyone interested in professional pest control, bee work, industry networking and continued professional development.

Pest Perspectives Podcast EP65 - Victoria and Casey from Ladybug Pest Control

In this episode of Pest Perspectives, Shaun Muller is joined by Victoria and Casey from Ladybug Pest Control for an honest, practical and relatable conversation about working in a family-run pest control business. Victoria shares the story behind Ladybug Pest Control, how the business has developed over the years, and what it is really like managing staff, family members, customers, paperwork, and the day-to-day pressures of running a pest control company. Casey also gives her perspective on growing up around the pest control industry, returning to the family business, working in the office, handling customer calls, emails, invoices, payments, technician notes, and balancing work alongside family life. The conversation covers the real pros and cons of family businesses, including communication, boundaries, responsibility, flexibility, disagreements, and the difficulty of separating “family mode” from “work mode”. Shaun, Victoria and Casey also discuss wider pest control business topics, including: * Family-run pest control businesses * Working with relatives in business * Office systems and customer communication * Answering calls and managing enquiries * Digital reporting and paperless systems * Using AI tools carefully for pest control reports * Upselling proofing work professionally * Customer recommendations and clear reporting * Bed bug case studies and vulnerable customers * Rat investigations and CCTV drain inspections * Drain-related rat ingress * Proofing, guarantees and realistic customer expectations * Growing a pest control business without losing standards The episode also includes a detailed discussion around rat investigations, why rodents may be entering properties through drainage defects, and how pest controllers can explain drain issues clearly to customers. Victoria shares her approach to CCTV drain camera surveys, branch lines, redundant pipes, non-return valves, and helping customers understand where rat ingress may be coming from. This is a useful episode for pest controllers, family businesses, office teams, technicians, business owners, and anyone interested in the realities of running a pest management company. Whether you work on the tools, answer the phones, manage customers, run a small pest control business, or work alongside family, this episode offers honest insight from inside the trade. Pest Perspectives - real conversations from the UK pest control industry.

Female Pest Controller Talks Rodents, Training & Women in Pest Control | Pest Perspectives Ep 64

In this episode of Pest Perspectives, Shaun Muller is joined by hannah Godfrey from Godfrey Pest Management for an honest and relatable conversation about life in the UK pest control industry.Anna shares her journey into pest management, from helping with the family business paperwork to becoming a qualified technician and taking on more of the day-to-day work herself. The episode also explores women in pest control, training routes, confidence, customer communication, rodent work, responsible pest management, proofing, pricing, and the importance of continued professional development.Topics covered include:Women in pest controlPest technician training and developmentRodent control and proofingResponsible use of rodenticidesCustomer care and communicationPricing, professionalism and industry standardsBuilding confidence as a technicianWhether you are new to pest control, an experienced technician, a business owner, or simply interested in the people behind the industry, this episode offers practical insight and honest conversation from within the trade.