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Local pest control · IG10
We cover Loughton for domestic and commercial pest control, from the High Road to the residential roads bordering Epping Forest.
01 Local knowledge
Loughton's mix of houses backing onto woodland and flats closer to the High Road means we see both rodent problems from gardens and open ground and insects such as bed bugs and cockroaches in shared buildings.

Houses with gardens backing onto woodland and open ground can attract rats looking for food and shelter.

We treat bed bugs discreetly in homes, flats and rented properties.

Mice are a frequent autumn and winter problem in properties close to the forest.
Postcodes: IG10
02 Pest calendar
Loughton · IG10
The pests we are most often called about in Loughton, and the months they are most active. Spotting the signs early keeps treatment simpler.
| Pest | Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May | Jun | Jul | Aug | Sep | Oct | Nov | Dec |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Rats | January: Peak | February: Peak | March: Moderate | April: Low | May: Low | June: Low | July: Low | August: Low | September: Moderate | October: Peak | November: Peak | December: Peak |
| Bed bugs | January: Moderate | February: Moderate | March: Moderate | April: Moderate | May: Moderate | June: Peak | July: Peak | August: Peak | September: Peak | October: Moderate | November: Moderate | December: Moderate |
| Mice | January: Peak | February: Peak | March: Moderate | April: Low | May: Low | June: Low | July: Low | August: Low | September: Moderate | October: Peak | November: Peak | December: Peak |
03 Survey area
Based in Harlow
| Town | Postcodes | From Harlow |
|---|---|---|
| Harlow | CM17, CM18, CM19, CM20 | Our base |
| Epping | CM16 | About 5 miles |
| Loughton | IG10 | About 9 miles |
| Theydon Bois | CM16 | About 7 miles |
| North Weald | CM16 | About 5 miles |
| Ongar | CM5 | About 7 miles |
| Debden | IG10 | About 9 miles |
04 Specimen index

Rattus norvegicus
Lofts / Drains / Gardens
02
Mus musculus
Kitchens / Lofts / Wall cavities
03
Cimex lectularius
Beds / Furniture / Rentals
04
Vespula vulgaris
Lofts / Eaves / Sheds
05
Blattella germanica
Kitchens / Commercial / Flats
06
Lasius niger
Kitchens / Patios / Foundations
05 Questions
Yes. We cover Loughton (IG10), including Loughton High Road, Goldings Hill, Loughton station area, Baldwins Hill, Roding Valley and Alderton Hill. If you are not sure whether we cover your address, call 07388 896412 and ask.
Most of our calls in Loughton are about rats, bed bugs and mice. We also deal with wasps, cockroaches and ants when they turn up.
We are based in Harlow, about 9 miles from Loughton in a straight line, so Loughton is part of our regular area.
Yes. We treat bed bugs discreetly in houses, flats and rented properties across Loughton, with an inspection, treatment and a follow-up visit to deal with any eggs that survive.
They can. Gardens next to woodland and open ground give rats food and cover, so we check boundaries, sheds, decking and drains as well as the house itself.
Yes. We work with landlords, letting agents and tenants in Loughton. Who arranges treatment usually depends on the tenancy agreement and what caused the problem; our advice on landlord and tenant responsibilities explains the usual position.
Call 07388 896412 or email hello@thepestcontrollers.co.uk with what you are seeing and where. We will talk it through and arrange a visit.
06 Nearby areas