Rodents in London

There are a wide selection of species of rodents and many of these are considered to be pests in the UK. The most common rodent pests are rats and mice, but squirrels and voles are also found in the UK. The method of pest control for these animals will change, but rats and mice are often controlled using similar methods, making allowances to account for the difference in proportions between the species. Rodents cause serious problems if an infestation is allowed to grow too big. Due to the swift rate of breeding, rodent populations can increase very quickly.

Rodents in buildings may cause issues if left uncontrolled, and the advice of specialist pest control companies should be sought promptly. Rodents spread diseases and can contaminate foodstuffs if allowed to travel into kitchens or other areas of your home. They could also gnaw through electric cables or structural components of the building, causing fire risks or even damage to the building frame.

There are a number of ways of controlling rodent pests. Live capture or snap traps can be utilised, or poisoned baits can be laid. Any pest control method must be completed alongside deterrent methods and access prevention to ensure that the pest control is successful. This may include blocking up access holes into buildings, as well as guaranteeing there are no food sources for the rodents to consume. Experienced pest control companies can survey the building and identify areas where deterrent methods and access blocking should be used.