Rats

Home treatments for rats

An adult must be present throughout each visit.

Treatments typically involve:

• up to three visits, one week apart
• laying baits along any rats runs and in the drainage system (if required)
• information on the bait we have used, where they are, and if you need to take any special precautions
• taking measures to protect children and pets

Preventing rat infestations

To prevent rats from entering your home, you must:

• fix any holes in your home
• remove external sources of food such as fallen apples, pears, bird food or even water
• clear old furnishings, wood and overgrowth
• keep all refuse in your 'wheelie' bin and always close the lid
• keep compost in a secure bin

Noises from the loft are often caused by squirrels or birds, rather than rats or mice.

How much does it cost?

£151.60 (3 visits plus bait box collection).

£47.10 per additional visit.

We remove the bait if we find no evidence of pest activity on the third visit.

For commercial rates and information see landlords, commercial premises, restaurants and schools.