Rat Control in Havering: what we see locally
Havering is London's most easterly borough and one of its greenest, with more than half its land in the green belt. The River Rom, the Ingrebourne and the Beam run through it, Rainham Marshes stretch along the Thames, and farmland surrounds Upminster, Havering-atte-Bower and Noak Hill. All of that gives brown rats plenty of habitat close to homes.
In the suburbs, rats usually get into houses through cracked drains or broken air bricks, then live under suspended floors and in cavity walls. In homes on the edge of farmland and near the rivers, they also burrow under sheds and decking, especially after harvest. In Romford town centre, the market, restaurants and nightlife on South Street add to the food supply. We inspect drains, gardens and the outside of the house so the treatment deals with the source.
Where we find rats in Havering
- Gardens along the Ingrebourne and River Rom: Homes in Hornchurch, Harold Wood and Romford with gardens near the rivers see rats moving along the banks.
- Homes near farmland in Upminster and Cranham: Rats move in from fields and farm buildings, particularly in autumn.
- Riverside Rainham: The Thames, marshes and industrial land support large rat numbers.
- Around Romford Market and South Street: Market waste and late-night food outlets attract rats into nearby streets.
Our rat control service covers the whole of Havering, including Collier Row, Elm Park, Emerson Park, Gidea Park, Harold Hill, Harold Wood, Hornchurch, Rainham, Romford and Upminster, with same-day or next-day visits.
Keeping rats out of Havering homes
Check your inspection chamber cover and air-brick grilles are intact. If you back onto fields or a river, store bird seed, chicken feed and pet food in metal bins with lids, use a sealed compost bin and keep the ground under sheds and decking clear. Clearing long grass and rubbish along the boundary removes cover rats rely on.
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 Havering
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 Havering: your questions
How much does rat control cost in Havering?
Rat control in Havering 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 rats come into my Havering garden in autumn?
As fields are harvested and the weather cools, rats move towards houses looking for food and shelter. Compost heaps, bird feeders and sheds near the boundary are the usual attractions.
Do you treat rats on farms and stables?
Yes. We treat rats in houses, outbuildings, stables and farm buildings across rural Havering.
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 Havering.