Rodent Control (Rats & Mice)
Rats and mice — internal, external and drain-related infestations
Pros
- Fast to bring under control once entry points are identified and blocked
- A competent operator will explain CRRU stewardship, not just “lay bait and leave”
Cons
- Bait alone without proofing often means the same infestation returns within weeks
About Rodent Control (Rats & Mice)
Rat and mouse infestations are the single most common reason UK households and businesses call a pest controller. Treatment usually combines proofing (blocking entry points), trapping, and — where genuinely necessary — professional-grade rodenticide use. Since 2015, professional use of second-generation anticoagulant rodenticides has fallen under the CRRU UK (Campaign for Responsible Rodenticide Use) stewardship regime: a competent, trained operator must use the minimum effective amount, avoid non-target species and wildlife exposure, and remove bait once the infestation is dealt with, rather than leaving it down indefinitely. A controller who can’t explain how they follow CRRU guidance is a warning sign, not a minor detail.
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Frequently asked questions
Why does my pest controller ask about my neighbours or nearby drains?
Rodent infestations rarely respect property boundaries — a controller doing this properly will consider drains, neighbouring gardens and shared walls, not just the single room where you’ve seen activity, since treating only your side often just delays the problem coming back.
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No — Best Pest Control Quotes is an independent comparison and information service. We recommend checking whether a pest controller is a member of the BPCA (British Pest Control Association) before booking any work.
Is all the pricing on this site guaranteed?
No — costs mentioned are typical ranges reported by trade sources, not fixed quotes. Always get itemised quotes from more than one provider before committing, and ask what’s included (follow-up visits, proofing, callout fees).
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