Rat Control in Camden: what we see locally
Camden packs an enormous amount into a small area: the Regent's Canal, Camden Market's food stalls, the restaurants of Kentish Town and Holborn, and Victorian and Georgian housing that sits on some of London's oldest sewers. Brown rats thrive on that combination of water, food waste and ageing drainage.
In Camden's terraces and mansion blocks, rats usually come up through a broken or disconnected drain, often in a basement or lower-ground-floor flat, then move through floor voids and cavities. In Hampstead, Gospel Oak and Belsize Park, gardens backing onto the Heath see rats in sheds and compost bins too. We inspect drains, basements and the outside of the building, not just the room where they were seen.
Where we find rats in Camden
- Canal-side homes in Camden Town and King's Cross: The Regent's Canal towpath and moorings give rats cover right beside flats and offices.
- Basement flats in Kentish Town and Belsize Park: Old drain connections under lower-ground floors are a common way in.
- Around Camden Market: Food stalls, restaurants and late-night bins create a constant food supply.
- Gardens near Hampstead Heath: Compost heaps, sheds and bird feeders near the Heath attract rats from the open land.
Our rat control service covers the whole of Camden, including Belsize Park, Bloomsbury, Camden Town, Gospel Oak, Hampstead, Holborn, Kentish Town, King's Cross, Primrose Hill, Somers Town, Swiss Cottage and West Hampstead, with same-day or next-day visits.
Keeping rats out of Camden homes
In Camden's period buildings, check that drain covers in basements, lightwells and front areas are intact and sit flush. Make sure air bricks still have grilles, and don't leave bin bags on the pavement or in lightwells overnight. If you're in a flat, ask your freeholder or managing agent when the drains were last surveyed, as many problems trace back to shared pipework.
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 Camden
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 Camden: your questions
How much does rat control cost in Camden?
Rat control in Camden 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 Camden basement flat?
Basement and lower-ground-floor flats sit closest to the drains. A cracked or disconnected pipe under the floor lets rats in, so we check the drainage and advise on repairs as well as treating the rats.
Can you treat rats in a Camden restaurant or bar?
Yes. We treat food businesses across Camden, from Camden Market to Holborn, discreetly and outside trading hours.
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 Camden.