Loft Rats in Watford — Decontamination & Insulation Replacement
Scratching above the ceiling, musty odour and droppings around the hatch? Our Watford team delivers a proper loft reset: remove contaminated insulation, HEPA vacuum fine dust, apply biocidal treatment, neutralise odours and refit fresh insulation to spec.
Still hearing activity? Pair this service with our Professional Rat Control so you don’t clean today and re-infest tomorrow.
Tell-Tale Signs It’s the Loft
- Night scratching or movement over bedrooms and landing
- Droppings on joists or around the hatch; urine smell in warm weather
- Gnawing on pipe lagging or cable sheathing
- Insulation clumped, flattened or tunnelled through
Our Loft Decon Process (Step by Step)
- Survey & quote: Assess contamination, access, and any proofing work needed.
- PPE & containment: Protect access areas; technicians work in full PPE.
- Insulation removal: Bag and remove contaminated material for licensed disposal.
- HEPA vacuuming: Fine-particulate clean of joists, sarking boards and voids.
- Biocidal treatment: Targeted disinfectant application to surfaces and hotspots.
- Odour neutralisation: Breaks down smell at source (no masking sprays).
- Re-insulation: Fit new insulation to current recommended depths.
- Report: Photos, findings and aftercare checklist for your records.
Cable-Chew & Fire-Risk Checks
Rodents may gnaw cable sheathing. We document any visible damage during the clean so you can arrange an electrician for testing/repairs where required. (We don’t carry out electrical works.)
Proofing & Prevention
Decontamination is the reset; proofing keeps it that way. We’ll advise on sealing pipe penetrations, fitting vent guards and—if sewer ingress is suspected—installing a drain rat blocker. See our Rat Control page for full options.
Pricing & Timing
- Fixed quote after survey—no surprises
- Most homes finished in a single day (size/condition dependent)
- Same-/next-day appointments across Watford where diary allows
Coverage
WD17, WD18, WD19, WD24, WD25—North Watford, Oxhey, Holywell, Cassiobury, Leavesden and surrounds.
FAQs
Do you have to remove all the insulation?
Localised issues can be spot-removed, but heavy activity usually means a full strip, HEPA clean and re-insulate for a guaranteed result.
Will the smell go completely?
Yes—after removal and neutralisation, residual odour typically fades within days as ventilation improves.
Can you do the clean if rats are still present?
We can, but it’s smarter to remove the active population first so new insulation isn’t re-soiled.
What happens to the waste?
All contaminated insulation and debris are bagged and removed for licensed disposal. Paperwork available on request.
Do you offer discreet service?
Yes—unmarked vehicles available. Technicians work cleanly and quietly.