Par, St Austell, CornwallOpen 24 hours, 7 days a week p.clarkey84@gmail.com07974 278830 AboutServices Areas ContactCall 07974 278830Call - Home/ - Areas covered/ - Pest control Truro # Pest Controlin Truro Humane, expert pest management for homes and businesses across Cornwall's cathedral city, available 24 hours a day. Call 07974 278830Request an estimate Based in Par, Paul is often in Truro and will tell you honestly when he can get to you. - 15 years' hands-on experience◆ - Bees rehomed — never exterminated◆ - Poison-free methods used wherever possible◆ - Humane & legal techniques — live-trapping specialists◆ - Rats, mice, wasps, moles, squirrels, rabbits & pigeons◆ - Sub-12 ft/lb air rifle control on grounds, farms & estates◆ - Gull & bird proofing — netting, spikes & deterrents◆ - Homes & businesses — pubs, restaurants, farms, holiday lets & landlords◆ - One-off call-outs & ongoing prevention plans◆ - Locally owned & run by Paul Clarke◆ - Covering St Austell, Truro, Newquay, Bodmin, Fowey & across mid-Cornwall◆ - 15 years' hands-on experience◆ - Bees rehomed — never exterminated◆ - Poison-free methods used wherever possible◆ - Humane & legal techniques — live-trapping specialists◆ - Rats, mice, wasps, moles, squirrels, rabbits & pigeons◆ - Sub-12 ft/lb air rifle control on grounds, farms & estates◆ - Gull & bird proofing — netting, spikes & deterrents◆ - Homes & businesses — pubs, restaurants, farms, holiday lets & landlords◆ - One-off call-outs & ongoing prevention plans◆ - Locally owned & run by Paul Clarke◆ - Covering St Austell, Truro, Newquay, Bodmin, Fowey & across mid-Cornwall◆ ## Experience 15 Years ## Availability 24/7 Call-Outs ## Specialism Humane Proofing ## Background Restoration Builder Local to Truro ## Expert Pest Management for Cornwall's Administrative Heart Truro represents a unique challenge for pest control due to its status as the commercial, retail, and administrative hub of Cornwall. Paul Clarke provides a comprehensive service to the city, drawing on fifteen years of experience to manage the specific pressures found in a busy urban centre. From the grand Georgian terraces of Lemon Street and the hidden charm of Walsingham Place to the modern retail units along Boscawen Street, Truro's architecture is as diverse as the pests that inhabit it. Paul travels from his base in Par, usually taking the A390 route, and is frequently in the city attending to residential properties, office blocks, and the many independent businesses that define the local economy. His background as a restoration builder is particularly relevant in Truro, where older properties often have complex structural histories that provide hidden entry points for rodents and insects. The city's geography also plays a significant role in local pest activity. Situated at the meeting point of the Kenwyn and Allen rivers, which join to form the Truro River, the city has a long history of water-related infrastructure. The tidal nature of the quays at Malpas and the extensive network of Victorian sewers and culverts beneath the city streets create ideal habitats for rats. These rodents often move from the riverbanks into the subterranean systems, eventually finding their way into the cellars of city-centre shops or the gardens of nearby residential streets. Paul understands these patterns of movement and uses his knowledge of building construction to identify how pests are transitioning from the public infrastructure into private properties, ensuring that his solutions address the root cause rather than just the symptoms. Commercial businesses in Truro, including the dense concentration of restaurants, cafés, pubs, and takeaways, require a discrete and highly effective approach to pest management. Shared bin stores and back yards in the city centre are prime targets for scavenging pests, making regular inspections and robust proofing essential. Paul works closely with landlords, letting agents, and business owners across the city, from the bustling High Cross area to the quieter professional offices on the outskirts. He provides a 24-hour service, recognising that for a hotel or a restaurant, a pest issue is an emergency that requires immediate attention to protect both reputation and hygiene standards. His low-poison approach is particularly valued in these environments, where the focus is on long-term prevention through physical proofing and humane trapping. Beyond the city centre, Truro expands into diverse suburban areas such as Threemilestone, Highertown, and the leafy residential districts around Kenwyn and Moresk. These areas present different challenges, with squirrels often moving from mature trees into the loft spaces of large Victorian townhouses or modern family homes. The transition from urban streets to the surrounding farmland and smallholdings means that pests like moles and rabbits are also a common concern for residents with larger gardens or agricultural land. Whether it is mice moving into a student rental near the college, a wasp nest in the eaves of a property in St Clement, or a squirrel in the loft of a city-flat, Paul provides a reliable and thorough service that covers every corner of the Truro area. Paul's commitment to Truro is built on honesty and local knowledge. He does not offer vague promises but provides a clear, professional assessment of each situation. Because he operates as a one-man business, customers in Truro deal directly with Paul every time, benefiting from his personal accountability and deep understanding of the local environment. He is available at any hour, and while he cannot promise a specific arrival time in minutes, he will always tell you honestly when he can get to you, usually aiming for the same day where possible. This dedicated service ensures that whether you are a homeowner in a quiet cul-de-sac or a business manager in the heart of the city, you have access to expert pest control that is grounded in years of practical experience and a respect for the Cornish landscape. ### Covering Truro - Serving Truro and Surrounding Districts Paul covers the entirety of Truro, from the historic city centre and the quay areas at Malpas to the outlying communities of Threemilestone, Chacewater, and St Erme. He is a regular sight on the A390 and A39, providing consistent support to homeowners and businesses who require a local, reliable expert who knows the Truro area intimately. - 24-Hour Line for the City Understanding the fast-paced nature of Cornwall's main shopping and office centre, Paul offers 24-hour call-outs for all pest emergencies. Whether it is a late-night rodent sighting in a restaurant kitchen or a weekend wasp issue at a family home, he provides honest timelines and prioritises urgent cases to ensure Truro residents are never left waiting. - Deep Knowledge of Local Property Types From the thick stone walls of Georgian terraces on Lemon Street to the modern timber frames of new builds at Highertown, Paul's background in restoration building allows him to understand exactly how pests exploit different structures. He identifies hidden voids, service entries, and structural weaknesses that others might miss, providing Truro clients with superior proofing solutions. - Addressing Truro's Specific Pest Pressures The combination of Truro's river proximity, its extensive Victorian sewer network, and its dense commercial district creates specific pest pressures, particularly regarding rats and pigeons. Paul specialises in addressing these urban challenges, using humane trapping, professional bird proofing, and structural repairs to keep the city's properties secure and pest-free. Call 07974 278830 Services here ## Tailored Pest Solutions for Truro Homes and Businesses Paul offers a comprehensive range of humane and effective pest control services, specifically adapted to the unique architectural and environmental conditions found in Truro. - ### Rats, mice & rodents in Truro Paul uses his building expertise to track rodents through Truro's complex Victorian sewers and Georgian voids, ensuring they are stopped at the source. He focuses on permanent structural proofing to prevent rats from the riverbanks entering your city-centre basement or residential kitchen. - ### Wasp nest removal in Truro Nests are safely removed from the high eaves of Truro's townhouses and the garden sheds of suburban properties with minimal disruption to your day. Paul handles even the most difficult-to-reach nests in historic roof spaces, ensuring your home or business remains safe during the summer months. - ### Pigeons in Truro Professional bird management prevents pigeons from fouling the shop fronts of Boscawen Street and the balconies of modern riverside apartments. Paul uses humane methods to deter birds from nesting on Truro's commercial buildings, protecting the aesthetic and hygiene of your property. - ### Gull & bird proofing in Truro Paul installs high-quality netting and spikes to protect the flat roofs of Truro's office blocks and the chimneys of historic homes from nesting gulls. This essential service reduces noise and mess, particularly for properties near the river and the city's central shopping areas. - ### Squirrels in Truro In the leafy suburbs of Kenwyn and Moresk, Paul humany manages squirrels that have invaded loft spaces and caused damage to wiring or insulation. He uses legal, humane trapping methods and identifies the mature tree routes that allow these rodents to access your roofline. Why us ## Why Truro Residents Choose Paul Clarke When you hire Paul, you are getting a dedicated local expert who understands that effective pest control requires more than just a quick fix. ### 15 Years of Local Expertise Paul has spent over a decade and a half refining his pest control techniques within the Cornish landscape, giving him an unrivalled understanding of Truro's specific pest behaviours. His long-standing presence in the area means he knows the history of many local properties and the recurring issues they face. ### Restoration Builder's Perspective Unlike standard pest controllers, Paul's background in restoration building allows him to see a property through the eyes of a constructor. He can identify structural flaws in Truro's historic and modern buildings that allow pests entry, providing a level of proofing that others simply cannot match. ### Humane and Low-Poison Approach Paul prioritises the welfare of both his clients and the local environment by using poison only as a last resort. In Truro's sensitive riverside and residential areas, he focuses on humane trapping and physical proofing, ensuring that the local ecosystem is respected while your pest problem is solved. ### Direct One-to-One Service When you call Paul, you speak to Paul, and it is Paul who carries out the work at your Truro property. This direct relationship ensures clear communication, personal accountability, and a service that is tailored exactly to your needs without the overheads or confusion of a larger company. ### Available 24/7 for Emergencies Pest problems don't keep office hours, and neither does Paul. He is available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week for call-outs in Truro, providing peace of mind for homeowners and business owners who need urgent assistance at any time of the day or night. ### Expert Bee Rehoming With a decade of experience in bee rehoming, Paul ensures that these vital pollinators are moved safely and humanely rather than killed. If you have a bee problem in Truro, Paul will work to relocate the colony to a safe environment, reflecting his commitment to Cornish wildlife. Local conditions ## Common Pest Challenges in Truro Truro's unique blend of historic architecture, modern commercial development, and riverside geography creates specific conditions that various pests exploit. ### Historic Architecture and Hidden Voids The Georgian and Victorian buildings that define much of Truro, particularly around Lemon Street and the city centre, were built with techniques that often leave significant internal voids. These spaces between floors, behind lath and plaster walls, and within attic areas provide perfect nesting sites for mice, rats, and wasps. Paul's understanding of how these older buildings were constructed allows him to navigate these hidden spaces, identifying the 'super-highways' that pests use to move through a terrace of houses unseen. Without this building knowledge, many pest problems in Truro's historic core are only partially addressed, leading to recurring infestations. ### Victorian Sewerage and Tidal Rivers Truro sits at the head of a tidal river system and is served by an extensive network of Victorian sewers and culverts. This subterranean world is a natural habitat for rats, who use the tunnels to navigate the city. During periods of heavy rain or high tides, these rodents are often pushed out of the drainage system and into the basements of commercial properties or the gardens of riverside homes in Malpas. Paul specialises in identifying the connection points between the main sewer lines and private property, installing one-way valves and sealing breaches in old brickwork to prevent rats from entering Truro's buildings. ### Commercial Waste and Urban Scavenging As the primary retail and dining destination in Cornwall, Truro generates a significant amount of commercial waste. The tight alleyways and shared bin stores behind the city's shops and restaurants can quickly become hotspots for rats, gulls, and pigeons if not managed correctly. Pests are attracted to the concentration of food sources, and once established in a commercial yard, they can easily migrate into neighboring properties. Paul works with Truro business owners to create robust proofing strategies, ensuring that bin areas are secure and that the building fabric is resistant to scavenging pests seeking warmth and food. ### Modern Expansion and Disrupted Habitats The ongoing development of Truro, particularly in areas like Threemilestone and Highertown, often involves building on previously greenfield sites or near established woodland. This construction work can displace local wildlife, leading to an increase in rodents, moles, and squirrels seeking new territory within the newly built estates. Furthermore, modern building materials and techniques can sometimes create new vulnerabilities, such as gaps in plastic soffits or around service pipes, which wasps and mice are quick to exploit. Paul provides expert advice and proofing for Truro's newer developments, ensuring that modern homes are as well-protected as the city's historic counterparts. ### High-Density Living and Transitory Populations Truro has a high concentration of flats above shops, student housing, and rental properties with a high turnover of tenants. These high-density living arrangements are susceptible to pests such as mice and rats that move freely between units through shared walls and floorboards. In a terrace of Victorian townhouses converted into multiple occupancy dwellings, a pest issue in one unit can quickly spread to others through shared walls and floorboards. Paul provides a discrete and thorough service for landlords and tenants in Truro, using his building knowledge to treat entire structures and prevent the spread of infestations across multiple households. Our process ## A Thorough Approach to Pest Control in Truro Paul follows a systematic and professional process for every job in Truro, ensuring that the solution is effective, humane, and long-lasting. - Step 01 ### Initial Assessment Every job in Truro begins with a detailed conversation. Paul will discuss the symptoms you are seeing and provide an honest assessment of the situation, including a clear explanation of how he plans to investigate the issue. - Step 02 ### Structural Investigation Using his background as a restoration builder, Paul conducts a thorough survey of your property. He looks beyond the obvious signs of pests to identify the structural weaknesses and entry points that are specific to Truro's building types. - Step 03 ### Custom Strategy Paul develops a plan tailored to your specific environment, whether it's a city-centre shop or a suburban home. He prioritises humane trapping and proofing, only suggesting chemical treatments when they are genuinely necessary or specifically requested. - Step 04 ### Implementation The agreed work is carried out with precision and respect for your property. Paul handles all aspects of the treatment himself, ensuring that traps are placed safely and that any physical repairs to the building are done to a high standard. - Step 05 ### Proofing and Prevention The most critical stage is ensuring the pests cannot return. Paul seals entry points, installs bird deterrents, or fits rodent-proofing to the fabric of your Truro building, drawing on his construction skills to provide a permanent solution. - Step 06 ### Monitoring and Advice Paul provides clear advice on how to keep your property pest-free in the future. For complex cases in Truro, he may arrange follow-up visits to monitor the situation, ensuring that the problem is fully resolved and that you are satisfied with the result. ## Nearby areas covered Truro sits inside a wider round taking in the villages and towns below, so a visit here often pairs with jobs a few minutes away. - Pest control in St Mawes - Pest control in Polgooth - Pest control in Newquay - Pest control in St Austell - All areas covered ## Where to go next Read up on the treatment you need, or get straight through to Paul Clarke. - All services - Homepage - Contact & estimate form - Call 07974 278830 FAQs ## Pest control in Truro — your questions Anything not covered here? Call 07974 278830 and describe what you have seen — the line is open 24 hours, 7 days a week. Do you cover Truro?Yes, Paul provides full pest control services across Truro, including the city centre, Threemilestone, Highertown, Malpas, and all surrounding villages and suburbs. How quickly can you get to Truro?Paul is frequently in Truro and travels from Par via the A390. He can usually attend to your property the same day you call, depending on his current schedule, and will always give you an honest arrival time. How much does pest control in Truro cost?The cost depends entirely on the nature of the pest, the extent of the infestation, and the specific property type. Paul discusses and agrees on a price with you before any work begins, ensuring there are no surprises. Do you do emergency and out-of-hours call-outs in Truro?Yes, Paul is available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week for emergency call-outs in the Truro area. Whether it's a bank holiday or the middle of the night, you can call him for immediate assistance. Are your treatments safe for pets and children?Paul uses a humane, low-poison approach, prioritising trapping and physical proofing. When baits or other treatments are necessary, they are placed securely in professional bait stations to ensure the safety of your family and pets. Can you help with rats in Truro's Victorian sewers?Yes, Paul specialises in identifying where rats are exiting the sewer system to enter private properties. He can install one-way valves and repair broken drainage pipes to stop rodent access permanently. Do you offer bird proofing for Truro businesses?Paul provides comprehensive bird and gull proofing for shops, offices, and restaurants in Truro. This includes the installation of netting, spikes, and other humane deterrents to protect buildings from nesting birds. Do you deal with mice in Truro's student lets and rentals?Yes, Paul offers discreet and thorough treatment for mice in residential properties, student lets, and hotels across Truro, sealing entry points so the problem doesn't return. Will you kill bees if they are nesting on my property?No, Paul never kills bees. He has over a decade of experience in rehoming bees and will always work to safely relocate the colony to a new environment where they can thrive without causing a nuisance. What makes your service different from national pest control companies?Paul is a local one-man operator with 15 years of experience and a background as a restoration builder. You get a personal, expert service with deep local knowledge and high-quality structural repairs that national firms often cannot provide. ## Get Professional Pest Control in Truro Today If you are dealing with a pest issue in your Truro home or business, don't wait for it to get worse. Contact Paul Clarke for a professional, humane, and effective solution. Whether it's a late-night emergency or a request for a thorough building survey and proofing, Paul is available 24/7 to help. Call 07974 278830 now to discuss your situation and get an honest, expert assessment from Cornwall's local pest control specialist. Call 07974 278830Request an estimate - Open 24 hours, 7 days a week - Par, St Austell, Cornwall - p.clarkey84@gmail.com Owner-operated pest control across mid and south Cornwall. 15 years on the tools, poisons avoided wherever possible, bees rehomed rather than destroyed. ## Services - Rats, mice & rodents - Moles - Squirrels - Rabbits - Air rifle pest control - Wasp nest removal - Gull & bird proofing - Pigeons - Bees — rehomed, never killed - All services ## Areas covered - St Austell - Par - Charlestown - Lostwithiel - Polgooth - Fowey - Mevagissey - St Mawes - Truro - Newquay - St Columb Major - Bodmin - All areas covered ## Get in touch - 07974 278830 - p.clarkey84@gmail.com - 74 Polgover Way, St BlazeyPar, St AustellCornwall PL24 2RD - Open 24 hours, 7 days a week ## Popular pest control searches in Cornwall - Rat control St Austell - Wasp nest removal Cornwall - Mole catcher Cornwall - Bee removal and rehoming Cornwall - Seagull proofing Cornwall - Air rifle squirrel & rabbit control Cornwall - Pest control St Austell - Pest control Truro - Pest control Newquay - Pest control Bodmin © 2026 Pest Management Cornwall. 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