Insect Pest Control in Stockton on Tees & Darlington
Struggling to get rid of insects? Whether you’re in a home in Stockton on Tees or managing a business in Darlington, insect infestations can escalate fast – often before you even realise there’s a problem.
At Pest Ex, we offer fast, discreet and professional insect control services across Stockton on Tees, Darlington, and the wider North East, covering everything from bed bugs to wasps. Our pest technicians are trained, experienced and ready to help – no matter how large or small the infestation.
When You Need Insect Control
Most insects gain entry through the tiniest of gaps – thriving behind walls, under floors or in lofts. It’s not always obvious you have a problem until the infestation is well established. That’s why quick identification and professional treatment are key.
Left untreated, insect infestations can:
• Cause structural and material damage (chewed fabrics, packaging, wiring)
• Contaminate food preparation areas and surfaces
• Trigger allergic reactions or spread bacteria
• Harm your business reputation and hygiene compliance
If you’re based in Stockton on Tees, Darlington, or nearby, our local pest control team is on hand to help.
Our Insect Control Services
We provide a full range of insect pest control services tailored to your property type, environment, and level of infestation:
Insect Identification
Correct identification is the first step to effective treatment. Our technicians carry out detailed site surveys to detect causation, sources of infestation, and environmental factors contributing to the issue.
Bespoke Treatment Plans
Based on our findings, we offer a range of insecticidal and mechanical treatments, including:
• Space and spray treatments
• Insecticidal dust applications
• Fogging treatments for larger or enclosed spaces
Every plan is tailored to your needs and fully compliant with UK pest control regulations.
Fly Control Systems
We supply and install:
• Electronic fly control units
• Fire-door compliant fly screens for windows and doors
• Seasonal fly control treatments and servicing
• Short- and long-term fly control unit hire
These solutions are ideal for commercial kitchens, waste areas and food-processing sites in and around Stockton and Darlington.
Environmental Support
Insects often thrive due to environmental conditions. We provide advice, sealing, and cleaning services to remove attractants and help deny insects the resources they need to survive – a key part of long-term pest management.
Common Insect Problems We Treat
If you’re seeing signs of specific insects, our team can help. Below are some of the most common pest insects we encounter in homes and businesses throughout Stockton on Tees, Darlington, and the wider region:
Wasps
• Can sting multiple times and may trigger severe allergic reactions in some people.
• Known to aggressively defend nests — especially dangerous during late summer.
• We remove nests safely and prevent re-establishment.
Ants
• Frequently enter kitchens and food stores during warmer months.
• Colonies range from dozens to thousands and spread quickly if untreated.
Moths
• Clothes moths damage fabrics, especially wool, fur and feathers.
• Some caterpillars (e.g. brown-tail) can cause skin irritation or breathing issues.
Bed Bugs
• Thrive in mattresses, cracks and furniture seams.
• Feed on human blood — bites cause itching and discomfort.
• Common in hotels, rented properties, care homes and homes.
Cockroaches
• Spread bacteria such as Salmonella via faeces and saliva.
• Known allergens for asthma sufferers.
• Fast movers and difficult to eliminate without targeted treatment.
Spiders
• Usually harmless but often indicate other pest activity.
• Frequently seen in autumn when males enter homes seeking mates.
Fleas
• Attracted to pets but also bite humans.
• Carry bacteria and can cause infections from excessive scratching.
• Eggs can survive dormant for up to a year in homes.
Flies
• Carry harmful bacteria picked up from waste and faeces.
• Lay hundreds of eggs — infestations grow quickly.
• Regurgitate digestive fluids onto food, spreading germs rapidly.
If you’re unsure which insect is causing the issue, our survey will provide answers — and next steps.
Who We Help
We support both residential and commercial clients across Stockton on Tees, Darlington and nearby areas. Domestic customers trust us for fast, safe and discreet insect control in homes, flats, and rental properties.
Commercial premises we support include:
• Restaurants and cafés
• Food processing and storage units
• Retail spaces and warehouses
• Care homes and hospitality sites
We also work closely with landlords, letting agents and housing associations to keep properties pest-free.
Why Choose Pest Ex?
• 30+ years’ experience handling insect infestations across the North East
• Certified, trained pest technicians who understand local conditions
• Tailored treatments using safe, approved methods
• Proven track record serving both homes and businesses
Serving the North East – Locally Based, Rapid Response
Our teams operate throughout:
• Stockton on Tees
• Darlington
• Middlesbrough
• Hartlepool
• Durham
• North Yorkshire
• Tyne & Wear
Whether you’re in central Darlington, rural North Yorkshire or anywhere in between – we’re your local insect control experts.
Need Help Getting Rid of Insects?
If you’re having insect problems – from wasps to cockroaches – speak to our friendly team today. We’ll explain your options, arrange a survey if needed, and provide a clear quote.
Tel: 01642 247 333
Email: enquiries@pest-ex.co.uk
Do you have an issue with a specific insect? Click below on our rogue’s gallery to find out more information.
1. Unlike bees, wasps can sting people many times. Although typically an individual sting will wear off within 24 hours for a small minority of people the venom in their sting may cause anaphylactic shock.
2. Wasp queens start their colonies in spring every year, and in August the wasps die apart from a few new queens.
3. Wasp nests are made out of paper. The wasps will chew up small strips of tree bark and spit it out again to form a building material.
4. Worker wasps can live on average between 12 and 22 days, drones for slightly longer, and queens will typically live for around 12 months.
5. Wasps can mobilize an entire nest to sting in defense very quickly by releasing a pheremone. This can be highly dangerous to humans and animals.
1) Ant colonies can be many different shapes and sizes, some species have colonies of only a few dozen however on average a colony can typically have thousands of ants.
2) Ants can lift many times their body weight due to their extremely small size and because their muscles are much thicker relative to their body mass.
3) Ants can be found almost anywhere on Earth. Out of around 11,000 species globally, 50 of these live in the UK.
4) Ants will often explore into human’s homes in search for food, meaning they can often be found hiding in kitchens during summer months.
1. Clothes moths such as the common clothes moth and case-bearing clothes moth evolved to eat fibres from animal origin such as fur, feathers and wool.
2. Some rare moths in the UK can be more serious pests such as the Brown-tail moths’ caterpillars can cause severe skin irritation and rashes. The oak processionary moth’s caterpillars can also cause irritation and respiratory problems from their hairs, which can become airborne.
1. Bed bugs are typically found in beds, small cracks and crevices and can thrive not just in human homes, but also schools, hospitals and offices.
2. Their primary food source is human blood, when they feed they will inject the skin with their saliva which contains an anesthetic.
3. Bed bugs do not spread disease, but their bites can cause red, itchy welts. These patterns on exposed skin can be a definite sign of a bed bug infestation.
1) Cockroaches can run up to three miles in an hour, which means they can spread germs and bacteria throughout a home or business location very quickly.
2) Some people may have an allergic reaction to cockroaches or have asthma symptoms as their feces and saliva contain allergens.
1) Male house spiders strike out in search of a mate in the autumn, which is why you notice them more indoors – especially when they sprint across your living room floor!
2) Most spiders in the UK are not poisonous however their bites can cause skin irritation.
3) Spiders are attracted to other pests, meaning if you notice a large number of spiders in your home you may have other pest problems that you have not yet noticed!
1) Flea pupae can live for up to one year in homes and Fleas can lay up to 1,500 eggs in their lifetime.
2) Due to their feeding and breeding habits, flies come into contact with a range of harmful bacteria such as Salmonella and E.coli. Because of this, flies will often aid the spread of these bacteria.
3) Although they do not pose a direct risk to humans, prolonged itching from their bites can lead to infection.
4) Fleas are not just attracted to cats and dogs but also humans, other mammals and birds.
1) Flies feed by regurgitating their stomach digestive fluid onto food that they land on.
2) Flies leave traces of fecal matter where they walk, which is one potential way that they can transfer harmful bacteria to humans.
3) House flies have a lifespan of about 30 days, however in that time they can lay up to 500 eggs in that time.
