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Rodent control

Rat Control

Fast, discreet rat removal that actually stops them coming back

About rats

Rats are powerful, intelligent rodents that move into homes and businesses wherever there is food, water and shelter. A single sighting usually means more are nesting nearby. Our qualified technicians find the harbourage, block the entry points and clear the colony, not just the rat you happened to see.

  • Qualified technicians
  • Same-day appointments
  • Child & pet-safe methods
  • Treats the source, not the symptom
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Rat Control by The Pest Control Co
How to spot them

Signs of a rat problem

  • Dark, tapered droppings around 9-14mm, often clustered near food sources
  • Gnaw marks on cables, skirting, packaging and even soft brickwork
  • Scratching or scurrying in walls, lofts and under floorboards at night
  • Greasy 'smear marks' along skirting and pipe runs where rats travel
  • A distinctive stale, ammonia-like smell in enclosed spaces
Why it matters

The risks of leaving rats untreated

  • Carriers of Leptospirosis (Weil's disease), Salmonella and other pathogens
  • Gnawed wiring is a genuine and common cause of house fires
  • Rapid breeding means a small problem becomes an infestation in weeks
Our approach

How we treat rats

01

Full internal and external survey to map runs, nesting sites and entry points

02

Targeted control using sealed bait stations or rapid-knockdown trapping

03

Proofing of gaps, drains and brickwork so the colony cannot re-establish

04

Follow-up visit to confirm activity has stopped and the site stays clear

Keep them away

Preventing rats coming back

  • Seal gaps larger than 10mm around pipes, vents and doorways
  • Keep food in sealed containers and clear fallen bird seed and pet food
  • Keep drain covers intact and bin lids closed

When you will see them

Rat activity indoors peaks from autumn into winter as they move inside for warmth, though urban populations stay active year-round.

Guaranteed treatment

We treat the source and proof the entry points, then follow up to make sure the problem stays solved.

Local rat control

Rat Control in your area

We provide rat control across the UK with local technicians who know your area. Popular locations include:

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FAQs

Rat Control questions

Still unsure? Call 0808 501 5066

For active rat problems we aim to attend the same day across most of the UK, and always within 24 hours where possible.

Need rat control today?

Talk to a qualified technician about your rat problem. Free quote, same-day appointments, guaranteed results.

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