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Rat Control in Herne Bay

Rats are a common pest in both urban and rural areas, and Herne Bay is no exception. Rats pose serious health risks, including the spread of diseases like leptospirosis, salmonella, and hantavirus. Professional rat control in Herne Bay is crucial to protect your home or business, as they can cause significant damage to property by gnawing on electrical wiring, insulation, and even the structure of buildings. Our team is available 24 hours a day. 7 days a week and if you need us in an emergency, we aim to get a pest exterminator to you 30-90 minutes* after your call.

Rat Pest Control

Our rat control in Herne Bay starts with a thorough inspection of your property, identifying access points, nesting areas, and potential food sources. Based on our findings, we create a customised treatment plan that may include traps, bait stations, and exclusion techniques. We use the latest methods to ensure an effective solution. Rats are highly adaptable and can quickly establish themselves in any environment where food, water, and shelter are available. Common entry points include small gaps in walls, roofs, or around pipes, which can be difficult to spot without a professional inspection. Our expert team provides rat control in Herne Bay, offering a range of services designed to eliminate current infestations.

Xpress Rat Control

In addition to removing rats, we also provide advice and guidance on how to prevent a future infestation. This could include sealing entry points, which is essential for long-term rat control. Our team can provide advice and proofing guidance to help keep your property rat-free in the future. For businesses that need rat control in Herne Bay, infestations can result in lost revenue and even legal repercussions due to health and safety violations. Our discreet and efficient services ensure minimal disruption to your operations while providing a permanent solution to your problem. Contact us today for a no-obligation quote.

FAQs

If you want some advice, our expert advisors are on hand 24/7* to help. They can talk through your problem and give you a free, no-obligation, estimate based on your specific situation. Or take a look at our frequently asked questions below and see how our professionals can help you.

What types of rats are common in Britain?
The only 2 types that live in Britain are the brown rat (aka the Norway rat) and the black rat (aka the roof rat). The brown rat is the most common due to their adaptability in the Uk’s climate and urban areas, as well as their omnivorous diet, breeding rate and burrowing ability.
How are rats different from mice?
Rats are generally larger, more aggressive, and can cause more significant structural damage compared to mice. Both can carry diseases.
What kind of property damage can rats cause?
Rats can leave marks, bites, and scratches on many areas of your property, but one of the most concerning issues that they can create is the fact that they are strong enough to chew through wires, potentially causing fire hazards or power outages.
How do rats get into properties?
Rats often enter through cracks in foundations, drains, and gaps around pipes.
How fast is your service for rat control in Herne Bay?
Depending on the infestation, we typically see results within a few days to a week.
What does your rat control service entail?
Our service consists of identifying where the problem is occurring, eliminating by using baits and traps and then providing advice and guidance on prevention.

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What Our Customers Say

Wasps Nest

The gentleman arrived and very quickly was able to spot the entry point for the wasp nest. He explained to us all through the process. And very quickly was able to solve the problem. He explained what happens after and what signs to look for. 

Natalie Haydon

Live wasp nest removal

Easy booking with fast and efficient service.

Patricia Houchen

10/10 Service

From the moment I called, Able group were tremendous. My details were professionally taken, and a call-out man was with me the same day. Nick took care of my wasp problem, and they did not return. This was a simple 10/10 service from start to finish.

David Thomas Johnston

Rodent extermination

I was impressed with the prompt, discreet and reliable service. Informative and great guidance was given to me. Problem solved efficiently. Thank you. I will definitely recommend.

Hazel Pritchard

Squirrel traps

Very professional arrived in time and knew his stuff- and got rid of the squirrels!

Andrew Fird

Treated bees next to air vent of house

I’m very happy with the work done, the engineer was very helpful and pleasant and let me know exactly how the problem was treated.

Stewart

Rats exterminated

Expertly done, nothing too much trouble, enthusiastic, allayed fears. 

Pamela Duesbury

Mice in kitchen cupboard

I would highly recommend as when I called, someone was out within few hours. Very professional and thorough. Came back within the 10 days time frame advised.

Christine Grant

Removal of bees nest in air brick

Excellent service – clear comms, job carried out quickly and no mess left behind. A commitment to come back free of charge if problem returned within 1 week as well!

Sam Bayer

Quick response and dealt with promptly

Someone attended same day, explained everything and checked I was happy before proceeding. Definitely would recommend! 

Emma Moll
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