Watch out - it's wasp week!
With the last week in July a period when wasps are at their most prevalent according to a study out today[1], Sheilas' Wheels has discovered that a third[2] of UK homeowners (33 per cent) would become DIY-pest controllers if they found a wasp or hornet's nest on their property rather than bringing in the professionals.
Tackling a wasp or hornet's nest without the right training and equipment can be dangerous and may highlight that the charges associated with calling out a pest specialist could be encouraging homeowners to attempt to save money and remove the problem themselves. In fact, removing a wasp or hornet nest can cost from £35 to £100[3].
Sheilas' Wheels pest cover[4] - which costs around £1.65 per month - can give homeowners peace of mind that a qualified pest controller will remove their ‘unwanted house guests' quickly and at no additional cost. The service includes:
A speedy response - a 24-hour helpline to report the pest problem and gain advice or reassurance.
Qualified pest specialists - Sheilas' Wheels network of pest controllers are all vetted, audited, fully qualified and professionally trained.
Expert advice to avoid infestations - practical guidance given when handling the infestation to help prevent future pest problems.
Jacky Brown, spokeswoman for Sheilas' Wheels home insurance, said: "It's that time of year again when wasps and hornet's nests become a nuisance to homeowners across the UK. With some nests housing colonies of hundreds of stinging insects, DIY nest removal should never be attempted by the untrained.
Sheilas' Wheels pest cover offers peace of mind to homeowners that they can receive a fast, professional and reliable pest control service at a low cost. With no regulation in the pest control industry, the risk of calling-out 'cowboy' pest controllers and then being faced with a hefty bill would also be avoided."
Case studies and commentary from the company's pest experts[5] are available on request
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Sheilas' Wheels press contacts:
Niki Bolton, Corporate Communications Manager: 01737 235070
Emma Lloyd, Assistant Communications Officer: 01737 641309
Asia Manzoor, Public Relations Officer: 01737 641305
Adrian Webb, Head of Corporate Communications: 01737 641000
Email: pr@sheilaswheels.com
Notes to Editors:
- Mail online: Prepare for the Big Sting: New study shows wasps are at their most annoying in the last few days of July
- ICM Research interviewed a random selection of 1013 adults aged 18+, by telephone between the 18th and 20th of November 2005 on behalf of esure Insurance Ltd
- Source: Paragon Pestshield (costs exclude VAT)
- The pest cover is available to anyone with an Sheilas’ Wheels home insurance policy (either buildings or contents) at £19.99 for the year
- Pest experts are from Paragon Pestshield
About Sheilas' Wheels:
Sheilas' Wheels was launched in October 2005 to offer women drivers cheaper car insurance and female targeted product enhancements. In February 2008, the brand moved beyond car insurance to also offer home insurance with product enhancements including alternative accommodation (buildings and contents cover) in the event of loss of utilities in the home (terms and conditions apply), new for old cover on clothes (contents cover) and family legal protection cover which also includes assistance in finding emergency registered childminders while the insured person is attending jury service, and legal representation for a customer’s child if they do not gain entry to the school of their choice (terms and conditions apply).
Sponsorship:
Sheilas' Wheels sponsors the ITV National and Channel 4 Weather bulletins: "The weather you can never choose, but Sheilas' Wheels is all good news!"
