A practical, UK-focused guide to identifying, managing, and preventing the most common domestic pest problems — drawing on Tony's 40+ years of experience across South Yorkshire.
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Tony Johnson
Founder & Lead Technician — Apex Pest Control Ltd, Sheffield
Tony Johnson is one of South Yorkshire's most trusted pest management experts, with over 40 years' hands-on experience in professional pest control, wildlife management, and Integrated Pest Management. As Founder and CEO of Apex Pest Control Ltd, Tony ensures every service meets full UK pest legislation compliance — including the Wildlife and Countryside Act 1981 and COSHH Regulations 2002 — delivering safe, effective, and ethical solutions to homes and businesses across Sheffield, Rotherham, Barnsley, and beyond.
- ✓ BPCA & NPTA Certified
- ✓ CHAS Accredited
- ✓ Level 2 RSPH Pest Control & Management
- ✓ LANTRA Certified — Wild Game Hygiene
- ✓ DSC1 & DSC2 Deer Stalking Certified
- ✓ Full UK Pest Law Compliance
- ✓ £5M Public Liability Insured
Specialist Knowledge
What Tony Writes & Works On
Drawn from four decades of field experience across South Yorkshire and beyond.
Tony specialises in IPM strategies — combining preventative measures, habitat modification, and targeted treatments to deliver long-term, sustainable pest control.
Expert in rat and mouse management for residential and commercial properties, including safe baiting programmes, proofing, and prevention-first advice for homeowners.
Advanced skills in urban bird management, specialist bird and rabbit proofing, and humane wildlife solutions compliant with the Wildlife and Countryside Act 1981.
Full compliance with COSHH Regulations 2002, the Wildlife and Countryside Act 1981, and all current UK pest and wildlife legislation — including safe chemical handling and carriage.
Serving 320+ active commercial contracts across South Yorkshire — providing ongoing pest management programmes for food businesses, offices, warehouses, and public sector clients.
Expert identification and treatment of bed bugs, wasps, ants, cockroaches, flies, and other insect pests — using professional-grade methods safe for families, pets, and the environment.
Qualifications & Memberships
Certified. Accredited. Trusted.
Qualifications & Certifications
- ✓ Level 2 RSPH Pest Control & Management Certificate — covering safe use and carriage of all pest treatments
- ✓ LANTRA Level 2 Wild Game Meat Hygiene Certificate
- ✓ DSC1 & DSC2 Deer Stalking Certificates (British Deer Society)
- ✓ PDS1 & PDS2 — Deer Stalking Practical Assessment
- ✓ COSHH Regulations 2002 compliant in all chemical handling and application
- ✓ Advanced wildlife and urban bird management certification
- ✓ Public Liability insured to £5 million for all services
Professional Memberships
- ✓ BPCA — British Pest Control Association (full member)
- ✓ NPTA — National Pest Technicians Association (certified)
- ✓ CHAS — Contractors Health and Safety Assessment Scheme
- ✓ BMCR — British Mole Catchers Register
- ✓ Think Wildlife — Campaign for Responsible Rodenticide Use
- ✓ RSPH — Royal Society for Public Health
- ✓ LANTRA — Industry-recognised land-based training body
Every customer deserves safe, effective pest control that respects their property and our region's environments. Apex brings South Yorkshire values — honesty, reliability, and commitment — to every job we do.
— Tony Johnson, Founder & CEO, Apex Pest Control Ltd
Published Works
Books by Tony Johnson
Practical pest control knowledge from four decades of Yorkshire fieldwork.
in progress…
Tony is working on further published guides covering commercial pest management and UK wildlife legislation. Check back for updates.
Content Archive
Articles by Tony Johnson
Service Coverage
Areas Tony Covers
- Sheffield — all S postcodes (main base)
- Rotherham — regular coverage
- Barnsley — full service area
- Leeds — West Yorkshire coverage
- Doncaster — on request
- Wider South Yorkshire — responsive callouts
Fast response available for urgent pest emergencies across all primary service areas.
Get in Touch with Tony
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