Rodent removal in Colchester
Our day began with a call from a homeowner who’d been hearing scratching noises in the loft and finding droppings in the kitchen.
Upon arrival, we carried out a full exterior and interior inspection of the property, focusing on:
Gaps around pipes and vents
Damaged roof edges and loft entry points
Signs of rodent activity — droppings, gnaw marks, nesting materials
These inspections are crucial in rodent control. Identifying how rats or mice enter a home is the first step to stopping them.
Once we mapped the problem areas, our technician installed tamper-resistant traps in the loft and external bait stations where appropriate.
Next, we sealed entry points with steel mesh and weatherproof sealant, focusing on:
Loft vents
Service pipe openings
Gaps under the fascia board
Rodents love warmth and shelter in winter, so proper proofing is just as important as trapping.
In some cases, if needed, we will return for free to inspect the area. So we did, a week later, we returned to check the traps and stations. Rodent activity had dropped significantly — a clear sign the proofing worked. We removed any remaining bait, double-checked the sealed areas, and provided the homeowner with prevention tips, including:
Storing food in sealed containers
Keeping garden areas tidy
Regularly checking for new gaps or damage
Need Expert Rodent Control in Colchester?
Mark and Mitch respond fast and work thoroughly — from inspection to proofing and prevention.
If you’ve noticed scratching in your loft, droppings in cupboards, or damage around entry points, don’t wait.
📞 Call us today to book a professional rodent control service in Colchester and surrounding areas across Essex.
