What pest causes scratching in the loft?

Rats are the most common cause in UK homes. One of the UK's most damaging pests. Quick to multiply, quicker to chew through cables.

What else could scratching in the loft be?

Other likely candidates are Mice, Squirrels. Rule them out before booking treatment so the right product is used the first time.

When should I call a pest controller?

As soon as you see a second piece of evidence — for example a sighting plus damage, or activity in more than one room. UK-vetted operators on the network can usually attend the same or next day.

◉ Symptom check

Scratching in the loft

Hearing scratching above the bedroom ceiling? Here is what it probably is, how to confirm it, and what to do next.

Most likely

Rats

Severity

5/5

One of the UK's most damaging pests. Quick to multiply, quicker to chew through cables.

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◉ Could also be — rule these out

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Mice
Smaller than rats, just as quick. The signs are easy to miss until there are many of them.
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Squirrels
Often confused with rats. Daytime scratching in the loft is the giveaway.
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