Rat Control in Barnet: what we see locally
Barnet is London's most populous borough and also one of its greenest, stretching from Golders Green to the Hertfordshire border. Streams such as Dollis Brook, Pymmes Brook and the Silk Stream, plus the Welsh Harp reservoir on the Brent border, give rats a network of water and cover running behind thousands of gardens.
Most of the rat problems we treat in Barnet start with drainage. Edwardian and interwar houses in Finchley, Hendon and Golders Green often have original clay drains that crack or come apart over time, letting rats into kitchens, under floors and up into wall cavities. We inspect the drains and outside of the property so we treat the cause, not just the symptom.
Where we find rats in Barnet
- Gardens along Dollis Brook and Pymmes Brook: Homes in Finchley, Whetstone and East Barnet with gardens backing onto the streams see rats moving up from the banks.
- Interwar semis in Hendon and Mill Hill: Cracked clay drains and broken air bricks are the usual way in.
- Restaurants and shops: Bins behind the high streets in Golders Green, Edgware and North Finchley attract rats into nearby homes.
- Homes near the Welsh Harp and Silk Stream: Water and dense vegetation around Hendon and Colindale support large rat numbers.
Our rat control service covers the whole of Barnet, including Childs Hill, Chipping Barnet, Colindale, East Barnet, East Finchley, Edgware, Finchley, Friern Barnet, Golders Green, Hendon, Mill Hill, New Barnet, North Finchley, Totteridge and Whetstone, with same-day or next-day visits.
Keeping rats out of Barnet homes
Barnet's interwar and Edwardian houses often have inspection chambers in the front garden or side passage. Check the cover is intact and sits flush, and that air bricks still have their grilles. If your garden backs onto Dollis Brook, Pymmes Brook or the Silk Stream, use a sealed compost bin, avoid scattering bird food on the ground and keep the space under decking and sheds clear.
How we treat rats
- Full inspection of the property, drains and garden to find entry points
- Tamper-proof bait stations or traps placed safely away from children and pets
- Follow-up visits to check activity and remove any rats if needed
- We offer free advice on proofing and prevention, and an affordable proofing service to block gaps and entry points
Rat Control prices in Barnet
Rat Control
Gets rid of the rats in your home
Treatment includes a 3-month guarantee.
Rat Proofing
Stops rats getting back in
We seal the gaps around pipes, under kickboards, cable runs and floor voids that rats use to move in and out.
Book either service on its own, or book both together and save £100.
No VAT to add: the price you see is the price you pay.
Rat treatment + proofing package
Book rat control and rat proofing together and save £100, with a 3-month guarantee included. If rats get back in within 3 months, we'll come back and sort it.
* Package does not include rat blockers fitted in the sewer system.
Rat Control in Barnet: your questions
How much does rat control cost in Barnet?
Rat control in Barnet costs £240 for a flat or £280 for a house, with no VAT to add. The price is fixed before we visit, with no call-out charge. You can add rat proofing for £240 (flat) or £280 (house), or book both as a package for £380 or £460 and save £100.
Why do I have rats in my Barnet loft?
Rats often climb up through cavity walls from a broken drain underground. If you hear scratching in the loft or ceiling, the drain is the first place we check.
Do you cover all of Barnet for rat control?
Yes. We treat rats across the whole borough, from Childs Hill and Golders Green in the south to Chipping Barnet and Totteridge in the north.
Is there a guarantee?
Yes. Our treatment comes with a 3-month guarantee, whether you book it on its own or as part of the treatment + proofing package. If rats come back within 3 months, call us and we'll come back and sort it.
Want to know the signs of rats, the health risks and how to tell them apart from other pests? Read our complete rat control guide or see all pest control in Barnet.