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Category: Rats

Blog posts about rats

31 March 2025

 Keeping Rats at Bay: Top 3 Smells Rats Hate

Written by Jackie Stocks
A rat eating food scraps on a dirty plate among unwashed dishes in a kitchen sink.
Unfortunately, rats are a common nuisance in the UK, especially as our damp climate and varied seasons provide the conditions they need to thrive, with ample opportunities for them to find shelter and food. From urban terraces to rural...
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18 February 2025

The Scoop on Poop: Identifying Rat Droppings in Your Home

Written by Andrew Winter
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Poop with a Purpose Let’s face it, few topics ignite conversation quite like poo.  In the case of rats, tapered, dark brown or black spindle-shaped could be evidence that rodents are cohabiting with you. Spotting droppings might not spark...
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06 February 2025

Pest-Borne Diseases & Disinfection | Pest Control Blog

Written by Paul Blackhurst
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The presence of pests like rats, mice, and cockroaches in our homes or workplaces is more than a mere nuisance. These creatures are silent invaders, capable of carrying an arsenal of diseases that could threaten the health and wellbeing...
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20 November 2024

Brown rats in sewers and drains: A hidden threat

Written by Paul Blackhurst
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There´s a stealthy battalion that moves through the shadows, making an elusive adversary. Sewer rats, (also known as brown rats or Norway rats exploit our out-of-sight maze of public sewers) are more common than many realise. They slip unnoticed...
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05 November 2024

Stop Rodents Entering Your Business | Pest Control Blog

Written by Paul Blackhurst
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Unwanted intruders may be creeping into your building – Rodents. These persistent creatures are adept at exploiting vulnerabilities in structures, seeking shelter, food, and warmth. Expert infiltrators, they slip through cracks and crevices, determined to breach the barriers we...
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23 October 2024

Rat Infestations After Storms & Flooding | Pest Control Blog

Written by Jackie Stocks
adult brown rat sat at edge of sewer entrance next to flood water
While dealing with the immediate impact and damage caused by heavy rain, storms, and flooding, like recent storm Ashley we often focus on the visible consequences: damaged properties, flooded roads, and disrupted daily life. However, there is a less...
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