Rat Control in Tower Hamlets: what we see locally
Tower Hamlets is surrounded and crossed by water: the Thames along Wapping, Limehouse and the Isle of Dogs, the River Lea at Bow, and the Regent's Canal, Hertford Union Canal, Limehouse Cut and the old docks. Add Brick Lane's curry houses, Spitalfields Market, Whitechapel Market and Columbia Road, and brown rats have everything they need.
It's also London's most densely populated borough, with Victorian terraces, warehouse conversions, large estates and new towers packed closely together. Rats usually come up through old or damaged drains and move through shared voids and bin stores. We inspect drains and bin areas so the treatment deals with the source.
Where we find rats in Tower Hamlets
- Canal-side homes in Bow, Mile End and Limehouse: Rats move along the Regent's Canal and Limehouse Cut into nearby gardens and blocks.
- Around Brick Lane and Spitalfields: Restaurant and market waste draws rats into nearby streets.
- Riverside Wapping and the Isle of Dogs: The Thames and old docks support large rat numbers.
- Estate bin stores: Overflowing communal bins attract rats in Stepney, Poplar and Bethnal Green.
Our rat control service covers the whole of Tower Hamlets, including Bethnal Green, Bow, Canary Wharf, Isle of Dogs, Limehouse, Mile End, Poplar, Shadwell, Spitalfields, Stepney, Wapping and Whitechapel, with same-day or next-day visits.
Keeping rats out of Tower Hamlets homes
Don't leave rubbish bags out overnight, and in blocks, report damaged or overflowing bin stores to your landlord. Check that drain covers are intact. If you live by a canal, keep balcony and garden areas free of food waste.
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 Tower Hamlets
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 Tower Hamlets: your questions
How much does rat control cost in Tower Hamlets?
Rat control in Tower Hamlets 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 Tower Hamlets?
The borough's canals, river, docks and busy food streets, combined with very dense housing, give rats plenty of food and shelter.
Do you treat rats for Brick Lane restaurants?
Yes. We treat restaurants and shops 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 Tower Hamlets.