When is Spider Season in the UK? What is Spider Season in the UK? Spider season in the UK typically runs from late August through October. During this time, you’re more likely to see large house spiders scuttling across your floors, walls, and even appearing in the bath. This increase in sightings prompts a common question: when do spiders usually come out in the UK? Male spiders leave their nests in search of...
Where Are Mosquitoes Found in the UK? Are There Mosquitoes in the UK? Mosquitoes are generally found near standing water - this includes ponds, marshes, and even water butts or plant trays in your garden. Urban areas are not immune, especially where drainage is poor or there are neglected garden spaces. So, do you get mosquitoes in the UK? Absolutely, especially during the warmer months from May to September. With over 30 species...
In today’s world, having a comfortable living space is essential, and one way to enhance your home’s comfort is by installing fly screens. Fly screens, also known as insect screens, provide a barrier against pesky insects while allowing fresh air to circulate through your home. This article will guide you through the various aspects of choosing the right fly screen for your home, including their purpose, types, materials, and...
How our roller fly screens were used to reduce carbon footprint The sites Client: United UtilitiesLocation: Wastewater Treatment Plant OfficesObjective: Improve air quality without using air conditioning, while preventing insect ingress The requirement Flies are an obvious problem around wastewater treatment plants, with very small owl midges and drain flies, and until recently the on-site offices had air conditioning installed in them. With a commitment to reduce their carbon footprint, and reduce emissions,...
Introduction to Fly Screens What is a fly screen ? also known as insect screens or bug screens, are essential protective barriers designed to keep unwanted insects and pests out of businesses and homes whilst allowing fresh air to circulate freely. These screens are typically made from mesh material and are installed on windows and doors, providing a seamless way to enjoy the outdoors without the annoyance of flies, mosquitoes,...
Sliding Fly Screens London At Premier Fly Screens, we’re proud to support educational institutions by creating healthier, more comfortable living environments. One of our recent projects involved the installation of our sliding fly screen systems in the halls of residence at Kingston University. The site The halls of residence at Kingston University, London The Challenge: Keeping Rooms Cool Without Inviting Insects During warmer months, students in university accommodation often struggle with uncomfortably warm rooms. While...
Can Midges get through Fly Screens? Midges, also known as gnats or no-see-ums, are small flying insects that can be a nuisance, especially during the warmer months, the Scottish midge is notorious for being annoying. When it comes to fly screens, the effectiveness in preventing midges from entering depends on the type and quality of the screen. Traditional fly screens with larger mesh openings, typically designed to keep out larger insects like...
Flies are a nuisance pest, particularly in the warmer months of the year, but many people are not aware of the health risks of diseases from flies. This is why our team of experts at Premier Screens have put together this blog post on the health risks flies pose and what you can do to combat this. Flies often become contaminated with over 100 pathogens that can cause human disease. This...
The site New multi million pound Marks and Spencers distribution complex at Castle Donnington The problem The new M&S distribution depot at Castle Donnington has been built on reclaimed land and is surrounded by marsh land and vegetation which has resulted in the restaurant and offices attracting all the local flies which included mosquitoes. The problem was made worse as the operation is 24 hours so the lighting in the evening attracted even...
Most of the fly screens we make leave the workshop headed for people's homes — but every year a bigger share goes out to offices, cafés, schools and care homes. The problem is the same one you have in your own kitchen, just with higher stakes: you need the windows open, and the moment you open them, everything with wings invites itself in. Here's how the right screens protect a...
