Rodent Control

Size is the easiest clue. Mouse droppings are small, around the size of a grain of rice, while rat droppings are larger and chunkier. Mice can squeeze through gaps of around 6mm, about the width of a pencil, while rats need larger holes but can gnaw to enlarge them. Knowing which you have decides the treatment.

They can be. Rodents can contaminate food and surfaces with droppings and urine, and can spread diseases, including salmonella and Weil’s disease. They also gnaw cables, pipes and insulation, which can cause damage and increase fire risk. This is why it’s best to deal with them quickly.

Shop-bought traps or baits may catch a few, but they rarely solve the underlying problem, and poisons used carelessly can put children, pets and wildlife at risk. A professional can identify how they’re getting in, treat them safely and make sure the problem doesn’t return.

It depends on the size of the infestation and the type of property. Many problems need more than one visit to resolve and check, particularly with larger infestations. After inspecting, we’ll explain what’s involved and what to expect.

Yes. We deal with rats in gardens, outbuildings, bin stores and drains, as well as rats and mice inside buildings. We look at what’s attracting them and how they’re getting in.

Yes. We provide rat and mouse control for businesses, including food premises, offices and commercial units, where a rodent problem can affect hygiene, stock and reputation.