Rat Control in Harrow: what we see locally
Harrow is classic Metro-land, built up in the 1920s and 1930s along the Metropolitan line with semis, bungalows and long back gardens. Brooks such as Yeading Brook, Wealdstone Brook and Edgware Brook run behind many of those gardens, and the borough's northern edge rises into the green belt at Harrow Weald Common, Stanmore Common and Bentley Priory.
Most Harrow rat problems start either in the garden, with burrows under sheds, decking and compost heaps, or underground, where ageing drains from the interwar building boom have cracked. Rats then move into floor voids, cavity walls and lofts. We inspect drains, gardens and the outside of the house so we treat the source, not just the symptoms.
Where we find rats in Harrow
- Gardens backing onto Yeading Brook and Wealdstone Brook: Homes in South Harrow, Rayners Lane and Wealdstone with brook-side gardens see rats moving along the banks.
- Interwar semis across the borough: Cracked drains and broken air bricks under suspended floors are the most common way in.
- Shops and takeaways on Station Road and Kenton Road: Commercial bins behind busy parades attract rats into nearby gardens and flats.
- Homes near Harrow Weald Common and Stanmore Common: Rats move in from woodland edges and fields, especially in autumn.
Our rat control service covers the whole of Harrow (HA1, HA2, HA3, HA5 and HA7), including Harrow, Harrow on the Hill, Harrow Weald, Hatch End, Kenton, North Harrow, Pinner, Rayners Lane, South Harrow, Stanmore and Wealdstone, with same-day or next-day visits.
Keeping rats out of Harrow homes
Check that the inspection chamber cover in your drive or side path is intact and that air bricks still have their grilles. Use a sealed compost bin, feed birds from hanging feeders with trays, and keep the ground under sheds and decking clear. If your garden backs onto a brook, avoid leaving any food or rubbish near the boundary.
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 Harrow
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 Harrow: your questions
How much does rat control cost in Harrow?
Rat control in Harrow 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 keep getting rats in my Harrow garden?
Food sources such as bird feeders, compost bins and chicken runs, together with cover under sheds and decking, keep drawing rats in. Treating the burrows and removing what attracts them is the long-term fix.
Do rats get into lofts in Harrow?
Yes. In interwar semis, rats often climb inside cavity walls from a broken drain and end up in the loft. If you hear scratching overhead at night, the drains are the first thing we check.
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 Harrow.