Rat Control in Brent: what we see locally
Brent is crossed by water and green corridors. The Grand Union Canal's Paddington Branch runs through Alperton, Stonebridge and Harlesden, the River Brent winds from the Welsh Harp reservoir past Neasden and Stonebridge, and Wealdstone Brook runs through Kingsbury. Fryent Country Park, Gladstone Park and Roundwood Park add more cover for brown rats close to homes.
The industrial estates of Park Royal on the borough's southern edge, the warehouses along the North Circular and the busy food streets of Ealing Road, Harlesden High Street and Kilburn High Road all add to the food supply. Inside homes, rats usually come up through cracked or disconnected drains in Brent's Victorian terraces and interwar semis. We inspect drains, gardens and bin areas so the treatment deals with the source.
We treat rats in houses, flats, restaurants, warehouses and food businesses across the borough, and offer proofing to keep them out once they've been cleared.
Where we find rats in Brent
- Homes near the Grand Union Canal in Alperton and Harlesden: Rats move along the towpath into nearby gardens, yards and ground-floor flats.
- Gardens around the Welsh Harp and River Brent: Kingsbury, Neasden and Stonebridge homes near the water see rats moving along the banks.
- Industrial land at Park Royal: Warehouses, food factories and yards hold rats that spread into nearby streets in Harlesden and Stonebridge.
- Shops and restaurants on Ealing Road and Kilburn High Road: Commercial bins and food waste draw rats into the flats above and the gardens behind.
Our rat control service covers the whole of Brent, including Alperton, Dollis Hill, Harlesden, Kensal Green, Kilburn, Kingsbury, Neasden, Queen's Park, Queensbury, Stonebridge, Wembley and Willesden, with same-day or next-day visits.
Keeping rats out of Brent homes
Check that your inspection chamber cover and air-brick grilles are intact, especially after an extension or loft conversion. Keep bins closed and don't leave bin bags out overnight. If your garden backs onto the canal, the River Brent or a park, use a sealed compost bin, feed birds from hanging feeders with trays and keep the ground under sheds and decking 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 Brent
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 Brent: your questions
How much does rat control cost in Brent?
Rat control in Brent 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 are rats so common in Brent?
The canal, the River Brent, the Welsh Harp and the industrial land at Park Royal give rats food, water and shelter close to homes. Defective drains under older houses are the most common way they get indoors.
Do you treat rats in Park Royal warehouses and food businesses?
Yes. We treat warehouses, food production units and restaurants across Brent, discreetly and outside working hours, and provide a written report for your records.
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 Brent.