Rat Control in Wandsworth: what we see locally
Wandsworth runs along the Thames from Nine Elms and Battersea to Wandsworth Town and Putney, and the River Wandle flows north through Earlsfield and Wandsworth to meet it. Beverley Brook crosses Putney Lower Common. Riverside paths, old wharves and large commons such as Wandsworth Common, Tooting Bec Common and Putney Heath give brown rats plenty of habitat.
Most of the borough's homes are Victorian and Edwardian terraces in Battersea, Balham, Tooting, Earlsfield and Southfields, many with rear extensions, loft conversions and basement digs. Rats usually come in through old drains disturbed by building work. Busy food streets such as Northcote Road, Upper Tooting Road and Tooting Market add to the supply. We inspect drains and gardens so we treat the source.
Where we find rats in Wandsworth
- Homes along the River Wandle: Earlsfield and Wandsworth Town gardens near the Wandle see rats moving along the banks.
- Riverside Battersea and Putney: Rats move along the Thames path into nearby gardens and basements.
- Around Tooting Market and Upper Tooting Road: Market and restaurant waste draws rats into nearby streets.
- Terraces with extensions and basements: Disturbed drains let rats into kitchens.
Our rat control service covers the whole of Wandsworth, including Balham, Battersea, Clapham Junction, Earlsfield, Nine Elms, Putney, Roehampton, Southfields, Tooting and Wandsworth, with same-day or next-day visits.
Keeping rats out of Wandsworth homes
After building work, check old drains were capped properly. Keep inspection chamber covers and air-brick grilles intact, don't leave bin bags out overnight, and keep the ground under decking and sheds 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 Wandsworth
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 Wandsworth: your questions
How much does rat control cost in Wandsworth?
Rat control in Wandsworth 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 have rats appeared after building work?
Extensions, loft conversions and basements often disturb old drains. Rats find the gap quickly. We trace and seal it.
Do you treat rats in Tooting restaurants?
Yes. We treat restaurants and market traders discreetly 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 Wandsworth.