The problems caused by rodents can range but obviously can sometimes be extremely dangerous, especially when they decide to gnaw through electrical cables, gas or water pipes.

Prevention is always the first consideration and certainly proofing your premises against rodent egress is a wise course of action. Proofing against rodents can ultimately save a considerable amount of money.

NPC undertake proofing surveys and all surveys are undertaken totally free of charge by our fully trained pest control surveyors. The NPC surveyors are able to advise on the best and most cost effective methods of proofing your premises.

NPC works across the whole of the East Midlands and West Midlands together with Yorkshire, with an experienced team of Technicians, Surveyors, Field Biologists, all backed by support from the administration and management teams.

If you suspect you have a rodent problem and would like advice or a free survey from NPC Pest Prevention Solutions. Please contact us:-

NPC Nottinghamshire 0115 9872968
NPC Derbyshire 0845 0754866
NPC Leicestershire 0116 2867210
NPC National 0115 9872968

Rodents are good climbers, both rats and mice can climb vertical walls if the surface is rough enough. It is therefore a very good idea to review any foliage, as rodents will use ivy and wisteria as perfect climbing material. Obviously if this type of foliage is growing up to the roof area it will prove perfect climbing conditions for rodents, in order to gain access into the attic or roof space.

Should there be a gap anywhere in your building, this will in turn provide an entrance area for rodents. When reviewing proofing it should be remembered that if you can push your pen through a gap then this will be enough space for a rodent to gain access. Mice need approximately 1/4″ of space to gain access to your property and with respect to rats 1/2″ and they are able to enter your home or building.

It can be a difficult job to ensure that a building, including loft or attic spaces, are proofed properly and therefore it is always recommended to go to a professional. This saves time and money in the long run by creating effective and lasting sealing of all points as identified by a professional pest control expert undertaking their survey.

Here at Nottingham Pest Control we undertake surveys free of charge to provide both advice and professional quotations. At NPC our BPCA (British Pest Control Association) trained Surveyors are experts regarding pest control issues including proofing for rodents.

Depending on the building, common access points for rodents can be gaps or cracks in the walls, gaps and cracks around doors and window frames and holes in walls where pipes have been installed leading to domestic appliances.

Once in the building rodents can cause damage costing thousands and obviously some damage can be extremely dangerous. The insurance sector has estimated that rodent damage to wiring is in fact responsible for in the region of 25% of all electrical fires in buildings. Common gnawing areas include the sheathing around electrical cables and obviously this in turn causes fire hazard. Unfortunately, rats and mice can also cause structural damage to buildings through their gnawing, defecation and nest building.

Discovering a mouse infestation often comes from finding droppings, gnawed furniture, sightings or indeed a musky odour. The mouse nest is usually made from shredded fibres. With rat infestations perhaps the sound of scuttling under the floorboards has been heard, gnawing as mentioned around electrical sheathing or droppings have been found. In homes rats tend to live in roof spaces, wall cavities or under floorboards.

If you would like to discuss any pest control issues including proofing, please do not hesitate to contact Nottingham Pest Control. Surveys are undertaken free of charge and without obligation:-

Nottinghamshire 0115 9872968
Derbyshire 0845 0754866
Leicestershire 0116 2867210
National 0115 9872968

Welcome to NPC. The Number 1 Pest Control Service. We deal with Nottinghamshire, Leicestershire and Derbyshire areas in the East Midlands. We deal with a lot of animals ranging from pigeons to moths to squirrels etc. Our staff are fully trained and deal with these animals everyday.

For more information, please contact us on 0115 987 2968 (Nottingham Branch) 0845 0754 866 (Derby Branch) 0116 286 7210 (Leicester Branch) or email us at enquiries@nottinghampestcontrol.co.uk

Our aim is to provide a professional safe and cost effective service in a friendly and personable manner.

NPC has staff across the midlands and additional regions allowing us to provide a reliable and consistent delivery of service. It’s important to us that we provide you with a dedicated team to manage and provide pest prevention. We know the importance of seeing familiar staff who you can trust. It’s also important that we work with our customers so as to minimise impact on their business.Contact us on:

For more information, please contact us on 0115 987 2968 (Nottingham Branch) 0845 0754 866 (Derby Branch) 0116 286 7210 (Leicester Branch) or email us at enquiries@nottinghampestcontrol.co.uk

We have a very experienced team of technicians, biologists and surveyors backed by an extensive admin support team.

Our aim is to provide a professional safe and cost effective service in a friendly and personable manner.

NPC has staff across the midlands and additional regions allowing us to provide a reliable and consistent delivery of service. It’s important to us that we provide you with a dedicated team to manage and provide pest prevention. We know the importance of seeing familiar staff who you can trust. It’s also important that we work with our customers so as to minimise impact on their business.Contact us on:

We have a very experienced team of technicians, biologists and surveyors backed by an extensive admin support team.

Our aim is to provide a professional safe and cost effective service in a friendly and personable manner.

NPC has staff across the midlands and additional regions allowing us to provide a reliable and consistent delivery of service. It’s important to us that we provide you with a dedicated team to manage and provide pest prevention. We know the importance of seeing familiar staff who you can trust. It’s also important that we work with our customers so as to minimise impact on their business.Call us on: