Rodent CCTV Camera Condition Inspection Package in Chiswick, W4 Stops Rats Entering Family Home
- Drainsmart
- Mar 13
- 2 min read
We were contacted by a homeowner in Chiswick, W4 who was experiencing a serious rat infestation linked to his drainage system. Rats had entered the property, with two being seen in the kitchen, and scratching noises could be heard inside the bedroom walls. This was understandably causing significant distress for his wife and children and required urgent professional attention.
During the initial call, our office explained our Rodent CCTV Camera Condition Inspection Package, which is designed to quickly stop rats entering a property while also identifying the root cause within the underground drainage. The homeowner instructed the survey immediately, and our engineers attended the Chiswick property the very next day.
Our team arrived fully equipped to carry out a CCTV drain inspection, high-pressure water jetting, and preventative rodent control measures. The drains were thoroughly cleaned to remove debris and nesting material that rats had been using. During the inspection, a redundant drain was identified and securely capped off at the inspection chamber to prevent further access and nesting.
To provide immediate protection, our engineers brought to site marine-grade stainless steel rat blockers in two different sizes and installed one in the outgoing manhole. These rat blockers help prevent rodents from travelling back through the drainage system while further repairs are planned.
Because our Rodent CCTV Camera Condition Inspection Package was instructed, the homeowner received a full written CCTV drain report within two working days, including clear findings and recommendations. The CCTV drain survey revealed multiple fractures in the underground drainage, large enough for rats to squeeze through, as well as a hole in the pipe where there was clear evidence of burrowing into the surrounding ground.
We provided a detailed quotation to carry out drain repairs and rat-proofing works to permanently seal all defects. All recommended repair works are covered by our 15-year guarantee against faulty materials and workmanship, giving the homeowner long-term peace of mind.
By combining rapid response, CCTV drain surveying, and effective rat prevention measures, we were able to stop further rat ingress and help restore safety and comfort to this family home in Chiswick, W4.
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