Rat Problem?
Identify common signs of rats to tell if you have a problem
It is often easier to spot signs of a problem, rather than the actual pest. Rat droppings, scratching noises, footprints (running tracks), distinctive smell, rub marks, damage, nests and burrows. For detailed information, visit rats infestation.
Rats in your property doesn’t necessarily mean your place is dirty. Rats are attracted to anywhere there is food, water and shelter. Only small holes are required for a rat to squeeze through.
There are common treatments you can undertake such as traps, but we strongly recommend a professional service due to the damage rats can cause to property, causing fires through chewing of cables and the potential to carry disease.
Other than traditional traps, there are bait stations with the bait, or rodenticide, that is used being safe to use even in areas where there are children and pets.
Our qualified, licensed and trained technicians use a range of different rodenticides when controlling rats. For a full list of the chemicals used and products details, please see our rodenticides page.
Rats are filthy and can spread disease as well as chew anything including wires, pipes and insulation. Rat droppings can be hazardous and they leave urine anywhere they go.
Professional rat removal is the quickest and most effective way to get rid of rats. Expert services offer a reliable form of rat control.
The sooner you remove rats from your property the better.
The most effective solution is professional pest control. Rentokil Kenya uses targeted rodenticides, tamperproof bait stations, and comprehensive proofing (sealing entry points) tailored to your property. For a DIY approach, focus on snap traps and eliminating all food, water, and shelter sources.
Permanent control requires an integrated approach: Elimination (using professional-grade rodenticides and traps) combined with Exclusion (sealing all entry points, even those the size of a coin) and Sanitation (removing food and water sources). If any of the three are missed, rats will return.
Professional snap traps and electric traps provide the quickest, most immediate results for a humane kill. Chemical rodenticides (poisons) are highly effective but can take several days to work and must be placed safely in tamperproof stations to prevent harm to children or pets.
Yes, absolutely. Rats are expert climbers. They can scale almost any rough vertical surface (wood, brick, concrete) and can climb the outside of vertical pipes up to 3 inches in diameter. They can also climb the inside of vertical pipes between 1.5 to 4 inches by bracing their bodies.
Yes, if the attractants or entry points remain. Rats are led by scent trails and pheromones, and if their old nest site offers easy food and access, new rats will quickly move in. To prevent recurrence, you must professionally clean the affected areas and permanently seal all entry points.