What I do

I provide a completely free, responsible pest & vermin-control service for landowners, smallholders & rural properties in Diss & surrounding areas such as Roydon, Palgrave, Burston, Bressingham, Winfarthing, Thrandeston, Scole & many more.

Typical visits include rabbit control around paddocks, rats in feed or grain stores, and pigeons nesting in barns, all managed safely & humanely using professional fieldcraft & controlled shooting where appropriate. I also assist with grey squirrels, crows, rooks & other pest species that can be safely managed by rifle or air-rifle. Every job is fully insured and carried out discreetly with respect for livestock, & property, helping to reduce crop loss, prevent disease and protect valuable agricultural & equestrian facilities across the Diss area.

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What I Control

Rapid breeders that spread disease, contaminate feed, and chew through cables and insulation. Controlled humanely.

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Cause extensive crop and pasture damage, undermining banks and fencing. Managed discreetly to protect land and livestock.

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Feral flocks foul buildings, contaminate grain stores, & spread parasites. Controlled safely & efficiently around farms & stables.

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Invasive & destructive, the cause of near extinction for our red squirrels. Known for stripping bark, raiding nests & property damage.

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I’ll manage any pest or vermin that’s safe to be shot

Shooting is one of the most reliable and humane methods of pest control, offering a safe and discreet way to deal with problem species that can’t be trapped or baited effectively. While the icons above show the pests I’m most commonly asked to manage, I can assist with any vermin or pest that is suitable and legal to be controlled by rifle or air-rifle, always with the landowner’s permission and in line with safety, licensing and animal-welfare guidelines. If you’re unsure whether your particular issue is suitable for shooting, please get in touch.

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Common Rural Pest Problems

The countryside around Diss includes mixed farmland, livery yards and older barns that attract a steady range of pest activity. Rabbits undermine paddocks and banks, rats invade grain & feed areas spreding diseases, and pigeons foul beams & machinery. Grey squirrels also cause damage by chewing insulation and stripping bark from young trees.

I use quiet, moderated rifles for discreet, effective pest control, only taking safe, ethically justified shots. Because I’m based locally, I can respond quickly around Diss and nearby villages when problems appear. I also advise on simple prevention steps such as securing feed bins, blocking gaps, and proofing roofs to help reduce repeat infestations.

Recent requests in this part of Norfolk have included rabbit control near Roydon, rat clearance from stables by Palgrave, and pigeon management around barns near Bressingham. If you face similar issues anywhere in Diss or across south-Norfolk, I’m happy to help with a safe and completely free solution.

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How it works

Number 1

Discuss your issue with me

Get in touch to discuss your pest & vermin problem with me.

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Number 2

On-site meet-up & walk-around

We’ll arrange a convenient time to meet up, walk the property together, and I'll carry out a safety check.

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Plan the visit

We’ll agree a date & time (day, dusk or after dark), confirm access, parking, & note any site rules before arrival.

FAQs

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Is it really free?

Yes, my service is completely free — you won’t have to pay me anything. You can make a contribution but this is not required.

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Are you insured?

Yes, I’m fully insured. However, in all my years of shooting, this has never been necessary as safety is always the number one priority.

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What do you need from me?

Just permission to be on your land. You must be the landowner or leaseholder to grant permission. During my visit, I’ll ask you to sign a simple consent form confirming you’ve given permission for me to shoot on your land.

Diss Vermin Problems

The Diss area combines mixed farmland, livery yards and older barns, so pest activity can crop up throughout the year. Rabbits undermine pasture and banks, rats target feed and grain stores and chew wiring whilst spreading disease, and feral pigeons foul machinery and hay in roof spaces. Grey squirrels can also damage timber and insulation around outbuildings.

I’m nearby and can respond quickly around Diss, Roydon, Palgrave, Burston and the surrounding villages, working quietly at suitable times for instant results and a healthy countryside balance.