Pest Control Barnsley — Fixed Prices & Local BPCA-Certified Technicians
A pest in your home or business is unsettling — and it usually feels worse than it actually is.
Apex Pest Control Ltd provides professional pest control across Barnsley and the S70–S75 postcodes, covering the town from its head office in nearby Sheffield and answering Barnsley enquiries on a local Barnsley office line — a BPCA-certified member, CHAS registered, with a fixed price quoted before any work and no call-out fee.
BPCA Certified
Fully Insured
7 Days a Week
Apex Pest Control Ltd is a local, family-run, BPCA-certified pest control company that covers Barnsley from its Sheffield head office and answers on a Barnsley office line (01226 397691). The company treats the full range of household and commercial pests — rats, mice, wasps, bed bugs, ants and cockroaches — with published fixed prices, no call-out fee, and a named local team, 7 days a week.
Local Pest Control Barnsley
Pest Control Services Across Barnsley
Apex Pest Control Ltd provides professional pest control across Barnsley and the S70–S75 postcodes, served from its head office in nearby Sheffield and answering on a local Barnsley office line. The company is a BPCA-certified member, quotes a fixed price before any work, and charges no call-out fee.
- BPCA-certified technicians on a local Barnsley office line
- Fixed-price treatments — no call-out fee, no surprises
- Open 7 days — Mon–Fri 8am–7pm, Sat–Sun 8am–1pm
- Fully insured — £5M public liability
- Residential and commercial properties across Barnsley
- Family-safe treatment methods used as standard
Our Services in Barnsley
Pest Control Treatments We Cover
From rats and mice to wasps, bed bugs and birds — Apex Pest Control treats every common household pest across all Barnsley postcodes. Every treatment starts with a proper inspection and a fixed price, all plus VAT.
Pest Control in Barnsley — Local Knowledge
Apex Pest Control Ltd covers Barnsley from its Sheffield head office and answers on a Barnsley office line, so you get a South Yorkshire team that knows the borough — its terraces, its drains, and its seasonal pests. Barnsley is a metropolitan borough of around 245,000 people (ONS Census 2021), with a broad mix of homes and businesses that need the full pest range across the year.
The town’s older terraces and former pit-village housing share drains and wall cavities that let rats and mice move between properties — rats need a gap of only about 12mm and a mouse about 6mm, so the survey checks entry points and drainage, not just bait. Most rat problems here trace back to a drainage fault.
The leafy outlying villages and large gardens around Penistone, Dodworth, Mapplewell and Worsbrough drive strong summer wasp activity, while the rental and social-housing stock in Goldthorpe, Thurnscoe and Cudworth sees more bed bug work. Apex treats the cause, not just the symptom.
Barnsley at a Glance
Simple, Transparent, Effective
Apex Pest Control Ltd works to a simple, transparent process. The price quoted at booking is the price on your invoice, all plus VAT — no hidden charges, no surprises.
Call & Free Quote
Apex Pest Control gives clear advice and a fixed price before any work — no call-out fee.
Survey & Treat
Your Barnsley technician walks the property, pinpoints what's letting pests in (often a drain fault or entry gap), and treats it at the source.
Proof & Prevent
The team blocks up the entry points and leaves you with clear advice on keeping pests out.
Guarantee
On rat and mouse work, you get a 12-month proofing guarantee when the full programme is completed.
Family-Run, Serving Barnsley from Sheffield
Apex Pest Control Ltd is a family-run Yorkshire business, founded in 2016 and led by Tony Johnson, with its head office in nearby Sheffield — you deal directly with the South Yorkshire team that knows Barnsley and its pests.
"I'm the technician who covers Barnsley, so it's me at your door — not a sub-contractor. I find how the pests are getting in, treat the cause, and proof the property properly, all at the fixed price quoted up front."
- Founded in 2016, led by Tony Johnson — website content author
- Technician Tom Johnson — RSPH Level 2 qualified
- BPCA certified member
- CHAS registered & RSPH Level 2 qualified
- £5M public liability insurance — 100% resolution rate
Local Knowledge
Covering Barnsley from our Sheffield head office — we know the common pest hotspots, property types and seasonal risks across the borough.
Fast Response
The Barnsley line is answered seven days a week, and a technician aims to reach you promptly — no long queues, no being passed around a call centre.
BPCA Certified
Every Apex technician holds a BPCA Award in Pest Management — the industry's leading professional qualification.
Fully Insured
£5 million public liability insurance. You get complete treatment records — ready for landlords, businesses and insurers alike.
Get your Barnsley pest problem assessed
Apex Pest Control Ltd can have your Barnsley pest problem assessed and quoted — at a fixed price, with no call-out fee. Call the Barnsley office line, 7 days a week.
Fully insured · BPCA certified · 7 days a week · Fixed prices
What Apex Customers Say
Apex Pest Control Ltd is rated 4.9/5 from 110+ reviews across its Google (Sheffield and Barnsley) and Trustpilot profiles.
"Quick, punctual, knowledgeable, trustworthy and reassuring."
"Knowledgeable and professional — advised rather than upselling treatment."
"A gem of a company — used them for years. Tony never overplays the treatment needed."
Apex vs Barnsley Council
A Local Private Alternative to the Council
Apex Pest Control Ltd is the local, family-run alternative to Barnsley Metropolitan Borough Council pest control. The council service is chargeable for most residents, can carry a wait, and does not cover every pest.
Apex attends across the week, covers the full domestic and commercial range, and publishes its prices upfront. Every core service carries a fixed price and no call-out fee, and rat and mouse work is backed by a 12-month proofing guarantee on completion — with a named technician that attends, not a queue.
Rats & Mice
Barnsley’s older terraces and former pit-village housing share drains and wall cavities that let rats and mice move between properties. Most rat problems here trace back to a drainage fault.
Wasps
The leafy outlying villages and large gardens around Penistone, Dodworth, Mapplewell and Worsbrough drive strong summer wasp activity, with nests peaking July to September in lofts, eaves and gardens.
Bed Bugs
Across the rental and social-housing stock in Goldthorpe, Thurnscoe and Cudworth, bed bugs are the more common call — they hitchhike on luggage and furniture into shared and rented homes.
Do We Cover Your Area in Barnsley?
Apex Pest Control Ltd covers all Barnsley postcodes and the surrounding towns — from the town centre out to Penistone, Wombwell and Goldthorpe. Click any area below to centre it on the map.
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Pest Control Across Barnsley
Apex Pest Control covers every key Barnsley town and village — call us to confirm coverage for your area.
Domestic Pest Control in Barnsley
Apex Pest Control helps homeowners and tenants across Barnsley deal with pest problems quickly and discreetly. All treatments are carried out by BPCA-certified technicians using approved products — safe for your family and pets.
Homes & Families
From rats and mice to wasps, bed bugs, ants and cockroaches, your Barnsley home is treated with family-safe products and the least possible disruption to your day.
Tenants & Flats
Renting in Barnsley? Apex works with you directly or through your landlord, and shows you what to report and how to proof the flat so the problem stays gone.
Commercial Pest Control in Barnsley
Food Premises & Hospitality
Discreet pest management for restaurants, cafés, takeaways and food manufacturers — protecting your hygiene rating and compliance.
Offices & Warehouses
Planned pest monitoring and treatment for Barnsley business premises, with written reports on hand for environmental health visits.
Landlords & HMOs
Low-key, professional pest control for rental homes and HMOs across Barnsley, with written records kept for compliance and reporting.
Managed Properties & Retail
Ongoing pest contracts for property managers, letting agents and shops across Barnsley — COSHH-aware treatments from start to finish.
Commercial Pest Control in Barnsley
Whether you manage a single site or multiple premises across Barnsley, Apex provides scheduled pest contracts with full documentation, monitoring reports and discreet service.
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Choose your pest type for full treatment information, pricing and coverage details.
Pest Control Barnsley — FAQs
Answers to the questions Barnsley residents ask most often about pest control.
How much does pest control cost in Barnsley?
Apex Pest Control Ltd publishes fixed prices, all plus VAT: rat control £160 (2 visits), mice control £160 (2 visits), wasp nest treatment £80, bed bug treatment £220, ant control £85 and cockroach control £160. There is no call-out fee, and the price quoted at booking is the price on your invoice.
Is there a call-out fee?
No. Apex Pest Control charges no call-out fee on its treatments. The only exception is a £60 pest-identification visit, which is deducted from the cost if treatment goes ahead.
Are you BPCA certified and qualified?
Yes. Apex Pest Control Ltd is a BPCA-certified member, CHAS registered, RSPH Level 2 qualified and CRRU-compliant, with £5M public liability insurance. You can verify BPCA membership on the BPCA's own member directory.
How quickly can you come out?
Apex Pest Control operates 7 days a week — Monday to Friday 8am–7pm and weekends 8am–1pm — and arranges a prompt appointment at a time that works for you, with no inflated urgency claims.
Which areas of Barnsley do you cover?
Apex covers the whole S70–S75 postcode area, including Wombwell, Hoyland, Penistone, Cudworth, Royston, Darfield, Goldthorpe, Dodworth, Mapplewell, Darton, Worsbrough and Thurnscoe. Call 01226 397691 and Apex will confirm coverage for your address.
Are you local, or a national call centre?
Apex Pest Control covers Barnsley from its Sheffield head office on a local Barnsley office line. When you call, you reach Apex's own named South Yorkshire team — not a national call centre, booking agency or sub-contractor.
Which pests do you deal with?
Apex Pest Control Ltd treats the full range of common pests: rats, mice, wasps, bees, hornets, bed bugs, fleas, cockroaches and ants, plus moles, feral pigeons and other birds, and grey squirrels. The six core services carry fixed prices; the rest are surveyed and quoted upfront.
Do you treat both homes and businesses?
Yes. Apex Pest Control Ltd serves domestic homes and commercial premises across Barnsley — including restaurants, hotels and other business properties — with documented reports for commercial clients who need audit-ready records.
Should I call Apex or Barnsley Council?
Barnsley Metropolitan Borough Council pest control is chargeable for most residents and does not cover every pest. Apex attends across the week, covers the full range, and publishes fixed prices with no call-out fee.
Are Apex treatments guaranteed?
Apex Pest Control backs its work with a 100% resolution rate for customers who complete the full treatment plan. Rat and mouse proofing carries a 12-month proofing guarantee, provided the full programme and any recommended remedial works are completed.
Still have questions? Call 01226 397691 — we're available 7 days a week.
Trusted by Barnsley Residents
"Quick, punctual, knowledgeable, trustworthy and reassuring."
"Knowledgeable and professional — advised rather than upselling treatment."
"A gem of a company — used them for years. Tony never overplays the treatment needed."
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Contact Apex Pest Control Ltd Barnsley
Call the local Barnsley office line directly. We'll get back to you within business hours — 7 days a week.
- 01226 397691 — Barnsley office line
- info@apex-pest-control.co.uk
- Mon–Fri 8am–7pm · Sat–Sun 8am–1pm
- Cudworth, Barnsley, S72 8GA
