Advice
Signs of Rats in Your Home or Garden and What to Do
Rats are secretive and mostly active at night, so the signs they leave behind are often the first and clearest way to know they are there.
Read the guide →We carry out rat control in Cullompton and the EX15 area for householders, landlords and businesses, with careful treatment and practical advice.
Landlords, tenants and shared buildings
In Cullompton, with a lot of rented homes and shared buildings, responsibility for rats is often unclear. If you are a tenant, tell your landlord or agent as soon as you notice signs, and keep any droppings or photographs to show what you have found. If you are a landlord, an early inspection tends to cost less trouble than waiting.
We can write up what we find in plain terms, covering where the rats are active, how they are getting in and what needs fixing. That makes it easier to agree on next steps, particularly where the cause lies in a neighbouring property or a shared drain.
New estates, old centre and open fields
Cullompton has a range of building types, and each has typical weak spots. Older premises in the centre may have worn brickwork, old drains and gaps at the back of shops. Newer houses can have unsealed pipe entries, poorly fitted fascias and gaps beneath extensions.
Farmland on the edge of town adds a further factor, because rats move along hedges and ditches toward gardens and yards. Working out which of these routes applies to you is what makes the treatment effective rather than a repeated cycle.
How we work
We start in Cullompton with an inspection to confirm the pest and trace the entry points. Bait and traps are placed in a controlled way that keeps pets and children safe, and we revisit to check activity. Afterwards we recommend proofing and tidying. We also cover Crediton, Whimple and Silverton.
Frequently asked questions
Who is responsible for rats in a rented home in Cullompton?
It depends on the tenancy and on where the rats came in. Tell your landlord or agent promptly. We can inspect and explain the cause and the likely fix, which helps everyone agree who should arrange what.
Why do rats keep coming back after treatment?
Usually because a way in or a food source remains. Unsealed gaps, damaged drains and open bins are the main causes. Proofing and tidying reduce the chance, although we cannot promise they will never return.
Can rats live in cavity walls?
Yes. They can enter at ground level or through gaps and run up inside the cavity, which is why noises can seem to come from the wall. An inspection helps trace where they are getting in.