Spotted a rat in the garden, heard heavy scratching in the loft, or found droppings the size of an olive along a wall? Rats are not a problem to put off. A single female can produce up to six litters a year, so a couple of rats can turn into a colony in a matter of months. Knowing how to get rid of rats properly means dealing with the whole colony and the way they got in, not just the one you have seen.
Rats are not just unpleasant. They spread diseases such as leptospirosis and salmonella, contaminate food, gnaw through wiring and pipework, and can destroy loft insulation. Left alone, the damage and the risk only grow, so acting quickly is always the cheaper and safer option.
Getting rid of rats takes more than a single bait box. Rats are intelligent, cautious of new objects, and breed quickly, so effective rat removal means treating the active colony and closing the routes they use to come and go. Done halfway, the problem simply returns.
As rodent control specialists, this is our core work. We inspect your property to confirm the activity, map the runs and entry points, and locate burrows and nest sites, then put a targeted treatment plan in place using professional-grade methods kept safe and secure around children, pets and wildlife. We return to monitor progress and make sure the colony is fully cleared, not just reduced.
Rats reproduce at speed and rarely stay outside for long once they find food, water and shelter. Frequent daytime sightings often mean numbers are already high. The sooner we inspect, the smaller and cheaper the job, and the less chance of damage to wiring, insulation and structure.
Recurring rats almost always means the entry points were never sealed. Because we also specialise in rodent proofing, we close the gaps, cover access routes and remove the conditions drawing them in, so the infestation does not come straight back once treatment ends.
When you search for a rat catcher near you, you want someone local who can respond fast and actually solve the problem. We are Bexley based, with technicians who know the local housing and the common ways rats get into terraces, gardens, drains and outbuildings across the area.
We provide rat control in Bexley, rat removal in Bexleyheath, and fast, reliable rat control across South London for both homes and businesses. Wherever you are in our coverage area, a local technician is never far away and can usually attend within a day or two.
The most effective approach combines targeted treatment with proofing. Shop-bought poisons and traps may catch a rat or two, but they rarely clear a colony or stop more getting in. A professional inspection finds the runs, burrows and entry points, treats the infestation, and seals it off so it does not return.
Rat droppings are large and olive-sized, while mouse droppings are tiny, around the size of a grain of rice. Rats are heavier and tend to be heard at ground level, under decking or in walls, whereas mice are lighter and often higher up. Our technician will confirm the species during the inspection.
We respond fast and offer out-of-hours and weekend appointments. In most cases we can attend within a day or two, and urgent situations are prioritised. Call us and we’ll give you a realistic timeframe straight away.
Yes. All treatments are carried out by a fully licensed, Level 2 certified technician who places products in secured stations, safely and out of reach. We’ll always explain what we’re using and where, so you know exactly what’s happening on your property.
Recurring rats usually means the entry points and attractants were never dealt with. Rats can squeeze through surprisingly small gaps and will keep returning to a reliable food source. We specialise in rodent proofing and address these as part of resolving the problem properly.
Yes. We work with both homes and businesses across South London, including restaurants, offices, shops and warehouses, with discreet visits and documentation where required.
Cost depends on the size of your property and the extent of the infestation. We provide a clear estimate over the phone before any work begins, with no hidden fees.
Rentokil-trained and Level 2 certified, so you know you’re in safe hands.
We don’t just show up, treat, and leave. We walk you through exactly what we found, why it happened, and what we’re doing to fix it.
Pests don’t work 9 to 5, and neither do we. We’re available when you need us most.
We are Level 2 certified technicians, fully insured, and members of BPCA, BASIS, RSPH. You’re in safe, qualified hands.
Hundreds of satisfied clients across South London have trusted us to get the job done right, and we back every job with a satisfaction guarantee.
We’re not a faceless national company. We’re local, we care about our community, and we treat every property as if it were our own.
Call us or fill out the contact form. We’ll assess your situation and give you a straight, honest estimate over the phone.
Our technician visits your property, carries out a thorough on-site inspection, and begins treatment right away.
We carry out a 3-visit treatment programme to make sure the problem is fully resolved, not just temporarily patched.
Job done. Your property is protected, and you’ll know exactly what was done and why every step of the way.
Same-day response available
Out-of-hours and weekends
Rodent proofing specialists
