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 caz B 
 
29 April 2026
 
 
  
Great service. Both agents who visited our property were friendly, knowledgeable and respectful. Both seemed to genuinely care about resolving our pest problem. Only thing preventing a five star review was the small Initial problem with appointment booking, although communication after that was smooth. Would recommend.
  
 
 
 
 
 
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 Alison Fox 
 
14 April 2026
 
 
  
Lewis & Tommy were both absolutely brilliant. They worked extremely hard. Such lovely guys & are both an asset to your company 😊
  
 
 
 
 
 
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 Peter Ollerenshaw 
 
20 November 2025
 
 
  
Kurt very knowledgeable and found entry site quickly, put down bait, seemed very confident, left me feeling reassured. Both Kurt, and Lewis in 2 follow up visits very polite, friendly, respectful of property, shoes off etc, very professional, couldn’t have been better, would recommend you to anyone should the need arise, so pleased I got your excellent service, thank you!
  
 
 
 
 
 
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 Luke Robinson 
 
12 October 2025
 
 
  
Tommy dealt with a wasp nest in my garage swiftly with no mess, a real professional and was very careful not to cause any damage. His communication with me regarding arrival time and I really appreciated his friendly attitude.
  
 
 
 
 
 
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 emma searl 
 
24 September 2025
 
 
  
So, so happy with the service provided today from Lewis and Tommy, couldn’t rate them higher!! Everything throughout the process was explained and I am really pleased with the end result!
  
 
 
 
 
 
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 Jane Prodhan 
 
25 July 2025
 
 
  
Thank you Tommy for coming out so quickly, and finding the hornets nest, then safely destroying it. Friendly team always helpful.
  
 
 
 
 
 
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 Belinda Barrow 
 
14 July 2025
 
 
  
Tommy arrived on time was very efficient and found a second wasp nest we didn’t know we had. Everything was explained well as to the treatment.
  
 
 
 
 
 
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 Christine Copp 
 
3 July 2025
 
 
  
Excellent service from Lewis - very polite, friendly, and extremely helpful and professional.
  
 
 
 
 
 
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 Pampering Angels World 
 
3 July 2025
 
 
  
Absolutely amazing service. Appointment was easy to book and quick. Lewis came out to remove a wasp nest and was very friendly, knowledgeable, he is very passionate about what he does and didn’t make me feel silly for asking so many questions. Would highly recommend. Thank you so much Lewis.
  
 
 
 
 
 
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 clare hawker 
 
30 June 2025
 
 
  
Countrywide Pest Control did a fantastic job of dealing with a wasp nest at my home. The operator delt with the wasp nest so quickly and efficiently. He first explained everything about the procedure, both during and after the nest was treated, even putting out my food bin for me so I wouldn't have to come out while the wasps were active still. Excellent job.
  
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
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Your Local Rat Control Professionals

The rate at which rats are capable of breeding means an infestation can get out of hand fast, resulting in extensive damage to your property and placing your loved ones at risk of serious disease.

Rat infestations can happen to anyone, but as soon as you first notice the signs of their presence on your property, you must contact your local pest control providers. 

Here at Countrywide, we offer expert rat removals and fast and effective rat control services in Newbury and the surrounding areas of Berkshire, Hampshire, and Oxfordshire. Our services are cost-effective, and you can learn more about our pest control prices before you book. So, if you’ve found rats on your property, contact us today at 0800 078 7255 or book your rat control visit now.

Signs of a Rat Infestation

In order to correctly identify the pest causing you trouble, it’s important to know the signs to look out for. Rats are clever creatures who will do their best to avoid being caught, so it’s unlikely that you will see them with your own eyes. 

Instead, you can look out for the following telltale signs of a rat infestation listed below:

• Droppings – The most common sign of a rat infestation is their droppings. Fortunately, wherever they go, rats will leave indicators of their presence; unfortunately for you, this is often in the form of faeces. Rat droppings are dark in colour and have the shape of a grain of rice, typically measuring around 1-2cm in length. If the droppings are old, they will turn grey and have a dusty appearance.
• Smear Marks – Rats spend most of their time in dirty, unhygienic areas, which unfortunately means they end up carrying this dirt into your home. As they roam around your property, rats rub against hard surfaces and in doing so, they spread the dirt and oil from their skin onto your walls. Look out for these smear marks around your skirting boards and cupboards.
• Noise – Rats tend to be most active during the early hours of the night, running around your home looking for food or making their nests etc. As this tends to be the quietest time of day, you may be startled by the sound of scratching in your loft or your wall space. 
• Smell  – An unexplainable foul smell is a very typical sign of a rat infestation on your property. Rats leave droppings behind wherever they go, and unfortunately, they urinate too. The distinctive smell of ammonia will be noticeable, especially as time goes on. 
• Gnaw Marks – Rats have a constant need to gnaw on objects in order to grind down their front incisors. Unfortunately for you, this means they will happily chew their way through anything they can find, including floorboards, skirting boards, wooden beams, cardboard boxes, and even electrical wires! You may also find little teeth marks on food packaging in your cupboards as the rats search for food sources. 

If you’ve noticed one or more of these signs or identified rat entry points around your property, then it’s highly likely that you have a rat infestation. Rats often live in loft spaces, so check out our guide: How To Get Rid Of Rats In The Attic. If you think you have rats in your attic or throughout your property, don’t delay – contact your local rat control expert on 0800 078 7255 today to book your free survey.

Commercial Rat Control Solutions

We know it’s not only domestic properties that fall victim to rat infestations. Commercial properties, particularly factories or food service businesses, are also at risk of the threats caused by rats; unfortunately, their presence on your premises can have a damaging effect on your business. 

Rats on your commercial property place you, your staff and your customers at risk of contracting a serious disease that could lead to severe health complications if left untreated. Plus, the extensive damage they will cause to your building’s structure will leave you with costly repair bills to pay, thereby reducing your profits.

Failure to swiftly remove a rat infestation from your business premises could also result in costly legal fees and damages if you’re liable, so it’s vital to act fast and avoid these costs. That’s especially true for companies working with food, which is why we focus on rat prevention when providing pest control for food businesses.

As a whole, we know that pests and businesses simply do not mix. While it can happen to anyone at any time, having a pest infestation can severely impact the reputation of your business and ruin the brand you’ve worked so hard to build. Because of the negative connotations associated with pests, particularly rats, news of an infestation will send existing and potential customers elsewhere.

To help you remove the infestation fully and get back to doing what you do best, we offer discreet commercial pest control services to all local businesses. Our wonderful technicians have helped countless companies, both large and small, across all industries to stay safe from the threat of rats – so you can be confident in our abilities. 

If you’ve noticed any signs of rats on your commercial property located in Berkshire, Hampshire or Oxfordshire, then don’t delay! Call your local technician on 0800 078 7255 now and book your free site survey. 

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Rat Control Video Library

Rat control jobs are one of our most popular services; we’ve carried out hundreds of effective rat control treatments for homes and businesses across the South East of England. Check out our case study video library below for more information: