Rats in Drains
Most recurring rat problems in Warrington homes start underground. TTOCS Pest Control combines pest control with drainage investigation, so we find where rats are getting out of the sewer and close it.
Signs Rats Are Using Your Drains
Early identification helps prevent larger problems. Common signs include:
Repeat Activity
Rats keep returning after previous treatments
No Obvious Entry
No visible holes or gaps on the outside of the building
Noises in Walls
Scratching in cavities near soil stacks or kitchens
Garden Burrows
Burrows near manholes, gullies or drain runs
Smells
Drainage smells inside the property
Rats live and travel in the public sewer network. Wherever there’s a defect in a private drain, such as a cracked pipe, a displaced joint or an old redundant connection, rats can get out and into wall cavities, under floors and up into lofts.
Putting bait down in the house treats the symptom. Finding and repairing the drain defect treats the cause.
How Rats Get Out of Drains
Drain systems are rarely perfect, especially in older properties.
Common defects include:
- Cracked or broken pipes
- Displaced or open joints
- Redundant connections left uncapped
- Defective gullies and rest bends
- Damaged inspection chambers
Any of these can give rats a route from the sewer into the building.
Finding the Defect
A CCTV drain survey sends a camera through the drain runs to show exactly what’s happening underground.
The survey shows:
- The location of the defect
- Evidence of rodent activity
- The condition of each pipe run
- Which repair is needed
You get clear findings and a recommended fix, not guesswork.
Fixing It for Good
Once the defect is found, it can be repaired and protected.
Repair options include:
- Patch lining (no-dig repair)
- Excavation and pipe replacement
- Rest bend and gully repairs
- Capping redundant connections
- Fitting non-return rat blockers
Pest control and drainage under one roof means no back-and-forth between contractors.
How We Solve Rats in Drains
1
Pest Inspection
Map activity and likely routes.
2
CCTV Survey
Inspect the drain runs on camera.
3
Locate Defect
Pinpoint the cause.
4
Repair
Excavation, patch, rest bend or gully repair.
5
Proofing & Monitoring
Protect the property and confirm activity has stopped.
Why Choose TTOCS for Rats in Drains?
- Pest control and drainage under one roof
- Rodent-focused CCTV drain surveys
- Repairs carried out by the same team
- No-dig options wherever possible
- Clear findings and honest recommendations
- Fully insured with a waste carrier licence
- Covering Warrington and the surrounding areas
Competitive pricing
We are committed to delivering effective pest control solutions with minimal disruption.
Targeted Pest Control Solutions
Rodents, insects, wasps, wildlife and drainage, handled by one local specialist from inspection to proofing
Rats Coming Up Through Drains?
Stop the problem at source
Rodent Drain Investigations
From survey to repair
CCTV Drain Surveys
Camera inspection of drains
Rat Drain Surveys
Surveys aimed at rodent ingress
Rat Blockers
Non-return valves for drains
Drain Patch Lining
No-dig rat patch repairs
Frequently Asked Questions
Can rats really come up through drains?
Yes. Rats live in the sewer network and can exit through any defect in a private drain or through an open connection.
How do I know if rats are coming from the drains?
Repeated activity with no visible external entry point is the most common sign. A CCTV survey confirms it.
Who is responsible for drain repairs?
Private drains that serve only your property and sit within its boundary are usually the owner’s responsibility. Shared drains and sewers are often the water company’s. We’ll advise once we have the survey findings.
What is a rat blocker?
A non-return valve fitted inside the drain. Water flows out, but rats can’t get back up into the property’s drainage.
Do you do the repairs yourselves?
Yes. We carry out CCTV surveys, patch lining, excavation repairs, gully repairs and rat blockers.
Rats in Your Drains?
Contact TTOCS Pest Control to book a rat inspection and drain survey in Warrington.
Contact Information
Call Us
+44 7379 606965
ttocspestcontrol@gmail.com
Service Area
Warrington & Surrounding Areas
Availability
24/7 Emergency Service
Professional Credentials
NPTA Member
National Pest Technician Association
British Pest Register
CPD Scheme
Waste Carrier License
Fully Compliant
Fully Insured
Public Liability Coverage
We’ll respond within 24 hours. For urgent issues, please call us directly.