Rat Control in Redbridge: what we see locally
Redbridge is one of London's greenest boroughs. The River Roding runs its full length from Woodford Bridge through Redbridge and Ilford to Barking, and Epping Forest, Hainault Forest, Wanstead Park, Valentines Park and Fairlop Waters all sit within or beside it. Brown rats use the river and these green spaces to move between gardens.
Most of Redbridge's homes are Edwardian terraces and interwar semis in Ilford, Seven Kings, Goodmayes, Gants Hill and Barkingside. In these, rats usually get indoors through cracked drains or broken air bricks, then live under suspended floors and in wall cavities. We inspect drains, gardens and the outside of the house so the treatment deals with the source.
Where we find rats in Redbridge
- Gardens along the River Roding: Homes in Woodford Bridge, South Woodford and Ilford near the Roding see rats moving along the banks.
- Edwardian terraces in Ilford and Seven Kings: Old shared drains behind long terraces let rats move between houses.
- Homes near Fairlop Waters and Hainault Forest: Open land and lakes support rats that move into nearby gardens.
- Restaurants in Ilford town centre: Food waste from busy restaurants and takeaways draws rats in.
Our rat control service covers the whole of Redbridge, including Barkingside, Gants Hill, Goodmayes, Hainault, Ilford, Redbridge, Seven Kings, South Woodford, Wanstead and Woodford, with same-day or next-day visits.
Keeping rats out of Redbridge homes
Check that the inspection chamber cover and air-brick grilles on your house are intact. If your garden backs onto the Roding, a forest 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 Redbridge
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 Redbridge: your questions
How much does rat control cost in Redbridge?
Rat control in Redbridge 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 near the Roding?
The river gives rats food, water and cover. Homes nearby need sound drains, secure air bricks and tidy gardens to keep them out.
Do rats come into houses from the garden?
Sometimes, but most indoor rat problems in Redbridge come from a defective drain under or beside the house. We check this on our first visit.
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 Redbridge.