Keep pests out for good
Treatment deals with the pests you have now. Proofing stops the next ones getting in. Where it’s needed, it’s the most effective long-term pest control there is – we recommend it wherever we find a way in, and we also carry out proofing as a service on its own.
What we proof against
- Rats and mice – gaps around pipes and cables, air bricks, vents, door bottoms, floor voids and drains
- Squirrels – eaves, fascias, soffits and gaps in the roof
- Pigeons and gulls – netting, spikes, wire and mesh for ledges, roofs, balconies and solar panels
- Wasps and insects – sealing gaps, and advice on screens and vents
How it works
- Proofing survey – we inspect inside and out to find every way in, using remote monitoring cameras where they help
- Clear quote – we show you exactly what needs doing and what it will cost
- Proofing work – gaps are sealed with durable, pest-proof materials such as wire mesh, metal plates and sealants that rodents can’t chew through
Tenements, older homes and businesses
Proofing is especially important in Edinburgh tenements and older Fife properties, where pests use shared voids and old pipework to move around. For businesses, good proofing is one of the first things an auditor or environmental health officer will look for.
Pest Proofing: frequently asked questions
Is proofing better than treatment?
They work best together. Treatment deals with the current problem and proofing stops it happening again.
Can you proof a new-build house?
Yes. Gaps around service pipes and cables in newer homes are a common way in for mice, and we can seal them.
Do you provide a proofing report for businesses?
Yes – we can give you a written report of what we found and what was done.
