Rats In The Drains?
Stop The Route
Properly.
Specialist pest control for drainage-linked rat problems across Kent, Surrey and Sussex. We identify the access point, inspect the pipework, and recommend the right proofing or repair to stop repeat ingress.
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Why Choose Call 2 Drain?
Rat problems linked to drains need the route investigated properly, not guessed at from the surface.
Drainage-First Diagnosis
We focus on the route rats are using to enter the property. CCTV inspection helps us confirm whether the problem is in the pipework, chamber, stack, or connection point.
Prevention, Not Guesswork
Where appropriate, we install drain proofing devices and recommend the right repair approach so you are not paying for the same ingress problem again in a few weeks.
Fast Action For Active Issues
If you have visible rat activity, foul smells, or repeat sightings around toilets, manholes, or kitchens, we can prioritise a rapid inspection and clear next-step plan.
How It Works
Inspect The Drainage Route
We assess the symptoms, check likely access points, and use specialist CCTV equipment where needed to confirm how rats are moving through the drainage system.
Identify Entry & Recommend The Fix
Once the route is confirmed, we advise the right solution. That may include a rat flap, drain repair, joint sealing, stack access work, or follow-on drainage repairs.
Proof, Repair & Verify
We complete the agreed drainage work and verify the route has been dealt with so the property is better protected against repeat rodent ingress.
Find The Cause, Then Fix It
Drain-related rat problems usually sit alongside a wider drainage issue. We regularly combine this work with CCTV drain surveys, drainage repairs, and drain unblocking when the pipework needs more than a single proofing measure.
“We had repeated rat activity around the kitchen and assumed it needed a basic pest visit. Call 2 Drain traced it to a drainage defect, sorted the route, and finally gave us a proper answer.”
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"Excellent service! Speedy response and problem sorted. Would definitely use again."
"I have never written a review in my life but Call2Drain is the only company your need for any kind of blockage. They are what I call a good old fashioned service,prompt on the ball and get the job done. Mark very helpful and Alex is a marvel. I couldn't recommend them highly enough absolute first class!!!"
"I had a tenant report a blocked drain - I called Call2Drain and spoke to Mark …. They attended same day and cleared the blockage, quote for repairs issued same day - repairs carried out the following day. Very quick service, highly recommend and I would certainly use MI Drains again."
Need A Drain Rat Problem Investigated?
Drainage-first diagnosis, practical proofing options, and repairs where required.
Common Questions
How do rats get into a property through drains?
Rats can travel through damaged drains, defective joints, broken connections, and open stack routes. If there is a weakness in the drainage system, they can use it to enter wall cavities, kitchens, cupboards, or voids around toilets.
Do you provide general household pest control?
Our focus is drainage-linked rat ingress rather than broad domestic extermination. If the issue is within the drain network, manholes, pipework, or stack connections, we can inspect it and recommend the right preventative drainage work.
Can you confirm whether rats are actually in the drains?
Yes. CCTV inspection is one of the most effective ways to confirm whether the drainage system is the likely route and to identify where the defect or access point is located.
What is a rat flap?
A rat flap is a one-way device fitted within the drainage system to prevent rodents travelling back up the pipe. It can be effective when the pipework is otherwise suitable, but it needs to be installed in the right location.
Will a rat flap solve every rat problem?
No. If the drainage system is cracked, displaced, or otherwise defective, the flap may only deal with part of the problem. We assess whether proofing alone is enough or whether a repair is needed as well.
What other services are commonly needed with this work?
Drain pest control is often linked to CCTV drain surveys, drain unblocking, and drainage repairs. Once we identify the cause, we can advise the most direct route to a proper fix.
Stop Rats Using
Your Drains
If the problem is in the drainage system, we will help you find the route and recommend the right corrective work.
CCTV Inspection - Rat Ingress Checks - Clear Repair Advice