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Pubs, Bars, Restaurants & Cafes Pest Control

Discreet, professional pest management tailored to the unique challenges of the hospitality sector. Protect your customers, reputation and food standards.

BPCA + NPTA

Accredited

Award-Winning

Pest Control

Local Experts in

Herefordshire & Worcestershire

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BPCA Accredited Pest Protection For Pubs, Bars, Restaurants & Cafes

Zero risk, maximum results: Free site audit for new commercial clients

Any evidence of pest activity within your pub, bar, cafe, restaurant, takeaway, or other food premises can seriously damage your business reputation and customer confidence. Hospitality businesses have a responsibility to provide a safe, clean, and hygienic environment for customers, staff, and visitors.

Pests such as mice, rats, flies, cockroaches, and nuisance birds pose a significant threat to food hygiene standards, particularly within food preparation, storage, and service areas due to the risk of contamination and disease transmission.

Common Pest Challenges In Food Establishments

Rodents

Rodents

Attracted by food, waste, and hidden access points.

Flies

Flies

A major risk on kitchens, bin areas, and dining spaces.

Cockroaches

Cockroaches

Hide in warm, humid areas and can contaminate food

Birds

Birds

Attracted by food, waste, and hidden access points.

Stored product insects

Stored Product Insects

A concern in food storage and dry goods.

Other insects

Other Insects

Flying and Crawling insects can disrupt operations.

Why Pest Control Matters for Food Businesses

Protect Your Reputation

One pest sighting can lead to negative reviews and loss of customer confidence.

Food Hygiene Compliance

Support for food safety management systems and environmental health requirements.

Regulatory Compliance

Helping businesses meet the standards expected by local authorities and auditors.

Business Continuity

Prevent infestations before they disrupt operations and affect your bottom line.

FREE RESOURCE

Hospitality Pest

Prevention Checklist

PGM 101 - Restaurant Pest Prevention Checklist

✓ Common pest risk

✓ Food hygiene & compliance
✓ Prevention checklist
✓ Staff awareness tips

A practical guide for pubs, bars,
restaurants and cafes covering pest risks, compliance, prevention and best practice.

Compliance and Best Practice

Integrated Pest Management (IPM)

Food Safety Management Systems

HACCP Principles

Environmental Health Standards

Due Diligence Documentation

Digital Reporting & Recommentations

Integrated Pest Management

A smart, sustainable approach for commercial businesses

Inspect.

1. Inspect

Detect.

2. Detect

Protect.

3. Protect

IPM is an ongoing process. It protects your business, your customers, and the environment while reducing pest problems and unnecessary pesticide use.

1. Site Inspection

We inspect your premises and identity pest risks specific to your business.

2. Risk Assessment

We assess the risks to your business operation, customers and compliance requirements.

3. Tailored Plan

We create a bespoke IPM plan to prevent, monitor and control pests in your industry.

4. Monitoring

We provide discreet monitoring and digital reports for full visibility.

5. Prevention

We work with you to continuously reduce risks and prevent infestations.

Fully compliant, real-time
audit ready pest control

Protecting your hospitality business and professional liability

Qualified and accredited

Qualified & Accredited

Certified, trained technicians following UK regulations

COSHH and risk assessments

COSHH & Risk Management

COSHH documentation & RAMS provided

Regulated premises protection

Regulated Premises Protection

Restaurants, bars, cafes, and food establishments

Fully insured up to 10 million pounds

Fully Insured

10M Public liability & indemnity insurance 

Clear audit trail

Clear Audit Trail

Detailed real-time reports & compliance documents

Why this protects your business
Reduces Legal Exposure
Safeguards Against Insurance Risk
Supports Health & Safety compliance
Minimises Reputational Damage
Ensures Defensible Due Diligence
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Real-Time Reporting & Client Portal

Smarter reporting. Faster response. Complete peace of mind.

Real-time reporting provides clear evidence of pest status, trends and actions taken. By combining technology with our award-winning service, we help clients maintain compliance, demonstrate due diligence and proactively manage pest risks across their premises.

Data driven pest management, real time reporting and client portal
Service reports & treatment records

Service reports & treatment records

Rodent management contracts for Pubs, Restaurants, Bars, and Cafes

Structured, compliance-ready programmes for food service establishments

12 Visit Programme

Monthly Service Plan

12 Visits per year

Regular inspections

Proofing advice

Inclusive call-outs

Compliance support

6 Visit Programme

Bi-Monthly Service Plan

6 Visits per year

Routine inspections

Proofing advice

Compliance support

Bespoke Solutions

Tailored Packages

Insect monitoring

EKF clean + proofing

Drone surveys

Pest consultancy

HACCP Compliant
Audit Ready Reports
Fast Call-Outs
BPCA Accredited
Pest Support

Common Pest Threats to Food Safety & Hygiene

Pubs, bars, cafes, restaurants, takeaways and food venues are particularly vulnerable to pest activity due to the constant presence of food, waste, storage areas, and high footfall.

 

Rodents, flying insects, crawling insects, nuisance birds, wasps, and ants can all pose serious risks to food hygiene, customer safety, and regulatory compliance.

Pest risks to hospitality businesses infographic

External pest risks to hospitality businesses

Image showing External Pest Risks for Restaurants, Bars, Pubs and Cafés in Herefordshire and Worcestershire

Hospitality businesses throughout Herefordshire and Worcestershire face significant pest pressure externally due to the counties’ mix of urban centres, market towns, rivers, farmland and tourism. External infestations often originate around waste storage areas, delivery points and outdoor customer spaces before spreading indoors.

  • Rats

  • Wasps

  • Ants

  • Birds

  • Flying Insects

Internal pest risks to hospitality businesses

Once pests gain access to a hospitality premises, warm temperatures, constant food availability and hidden harbourage areas allow infestations to develop rapidly. Internal pest activity presents serious risks to food hygiene, customer safety and compliance with food safety regulations.

  • Cockroaches 

  • Flying Insects 

  • Stored Product Insects

  • Ants 

  • Mice 

  • Drain Pests

  • Flies

Image showing Internal Pest Risks in Kitchen for Restaurants, Bars, Pubs and Cafés in Herefordshire and Worcestershire

Early detection and proactive pest management are essential to preventing infestations, protecting your reputation, and maintaining the high standards expected by customers, auditors, and environmental health officers. PGM Pest Control helps hospitality businesses across Herefordshire and Worcestershire identify pest risks before they become costly problems, ensuring your premises remain compliant, protected, and audit-ready.

Compliance Resources

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Protect Your Hospitality Business from Pest Risks

Seen signs of pests in your bar, restaurant, cafe or food business?

PGM provide fast, reactive pest control across Herefordshire and Worcestershire, with attendance within 2 hours for emergency call-outs. From rodents and insects to ongoing prevention, we'll get the problem under control quickly, helping you protect your customers, maintain compliance and keep your business moving.

 

Contact us today to schedule a site visit and expert advice.

Local BPCA Pest Experts You Can Rely On

We provide expert pest control services for pubs, bars, restaurants, cafes, and all food establishments across Herefordshire HR postcodes and Worcestershire WR postcodes.

Hereford

Worcester

Leominster

Bromsgrove

Malvern

Ross-on-Wye

Evesham

Kidderminster

Wychavon

Hay-on-Wye

Ledbury

Bromyard

Kington

Weobley

Pembridge

Credenhill

Redditch

Droitwich Spa

Pershore

Upton upon Severn

  • RSPH Pest Management Qualifications

  • BPCA Accredited Membership

  • NPTA Certified Pest Technicians

  • CRRU Best Practice Compliance

  • Licensed by the Environment Agency

  • Responsible Pest Management Practices

  • Locally Accredited Business

Innovating Pest Control for a Safer Future

PGM & Son is a leader in commercial pest control, redefining the industry with safe, certified and fully accredited pest management services that protect businesses and champion sustainable environmental practices.

Hospitality Pest Control FAQ's

How often should hospitality businesses have pest inspections? Hospitality businesses should have professional pest inspections at least once a month for high-risk areas like kitchens and restaurants, while a comprehensive pest audit should be conducted quarterly (four times a year) across the entire property.

Do you provide digital pest control reports? Yes, PGM provide fully digital, cloud-based pest control reports through our secure online customer portal.

What pests are most common in pubs, bars and restaurants? The most common pests in pubs, bars, and restaurants are rodents (mice and rats), cockroaches, and flies. These venues provide the ideal environment for pests: constant sources of food, reliable water from beer lines and sinks, and warm, hidden spaces for nesting.

What is Integrated Pest Management (IPM)? Integrated Pest Management (IPM) is a sustainable, science-based approach to pest control that focuses on long-term prevention rather than just spraying chemicals.

Can pest control visits be carried out outside of trading hours? Yes, pest control visits can absolutely be carried out outside of trading hours. PGM commercial pest control offer out-of-hours, overnight, and weekend services specifically tailored for hospitality businesses

How do you ensure minimal disruption to our business? PGM ensure minimal disruption to your business by offering flexible out-of-hours scheduling, discreet operations, and highly targeted treatments that allow your daily operations to continue without interruption.

What happens if environmental health identifies a pest problem? If an Environmental Health Officer (EHO) identifies a pest problem during an inspection, the consequences can range from formal warnings to immediate closure and criminal prosecution.

Do you work with multi-site hospitality groups? Yes. PGM understand that operating multiple venues—whether they are pubs, hotels, or restaurants—requires a highly coordinated approach to ensure consistent food safety compliance and brand protection across every single location

A Clean, Well-Maintained Workplace Is Your Best Defence Against Pests

Stay vigilant. Report concerns early. Keep your building protected.

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Award-Winning
Pest Control

Recognised for excellence in pest management

BPCA + NPTA
Accredited

High standards you can trust and rely on.

5 Star Rated
on Google

Consistantly rated excellent by our customers.

Local Experts
Herefordshire &
Worcestershire

Proud to support local businesses with HR & WR postcodes.

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Need Pest Control for Your Pub, Bar, Restaurant, or Cafe?

Speak to our friendly team today for expert advice, or to book a free site survey.

Reach out anytime - we are here to help! 

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Get a free site survey within 24 hours. 

Telephone - 01981 540088

Head Office

Kingsthorne, Herefordshire, HR2.

Registered in England no.13310027

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