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RATS IN YORKSHIRE AND SURROUNDING AREAS
Rats in Yorkshire’s Public Sewers – Hull, Leeds, Doncaster & the North East
Beneath the streets of Yorkshire, a growing rat problem is hidden in plain sight. Across Hull, Leeds, Doncaster, and nearby areas throughout the North East, thousands of rats are using damaged or ageing sewer systems to move freely beneath homes and businesses. These rodents often enter private drains through cracks, displaced joints, and broken clay pipes — turning public sewers into highways for infestation.
How Big Is the Problem?
Recent pest control data shows that Yorkshire and the Humber reported over 37,000 rat infestations between 2023 and 2025 — making it one of the UK’s worst-affected regions.
- In Hull, Victorian-era clay drains and shared sewer systems remain common, and many homes are still connected to ageing pipework — ideal nesting and travel routes for rats.
- In Leeds and West Yorkshire, rats are frequently reported entering homes through small defects in private drains and broken inspection chambers.
- Doncaster and South Yorkshire have seen a steady rise in rodent activity, especially where surface water drains connect to older foul systems.
- Across the North East, drainage networks are under pressure from both age and ground movement, increasing the risk of cracks and displacement that rats can easily exploit.
Why Rats Use Drains
Rats are agile, resilient creatures capable of squeezing through gaps as small as 25 mm and navigating the twists and turns of a sewer system with ease. Once they find a weak spot in a drain — even a tiny displacement or fracture — they can access private property, often emerging under kitchens, bathrooms, or gardens.
How Reactive Drainage Solutions Can Help
At
Reactive Drainage Solutions, we specialise in
no-dig drain repairs and
rat patch installations that seal cracks and prevent rodents from entering your drainage system.
Our process includes:
- CCTV Drain Survey – We locate the exact entry point or break where rats are getting in.
- Targeted Repair – Using resin patch liners or full drain relining, we restore structural integrity without excavation.
- Rat Prevention – We install permanent barriers and ensure the system is watertight, preventing future access from the public sewer.
Local Expertise Across Yorkshire & the North East
We proudly serve:
- Hull, Beverley, Cottingham, and East Riding
- Leeds, Bradford, Wakefield, and surrounding West Yorkshire areas
- Doncaster, Barnsley, and Rotherham
- Durham, Newcastle, Sunderland, and the wider North East region
Whether you’ve spotted signs of rats in your drains or simply want peace of mind, our experienced engineers can provide a fast, non-invasive solution that keeps your drainage system secure — and your property rodent-free.
Specialist Rat Detection & Drain Protection Across Yorkshire
At Reactive Drainage Solutions, we Detect, Correct, and Protect — providing expert rat detection and prevention services for properties across the whole of Yorkshire, and the wider areas.
How Rats Enter Your Property Through Drains
Rats are expert climbers and can easily gain access to your home or business through damaged, displaced, or open drain pipes. Even the smallest break or gap in your underground drainage system can become an open door for rodents. Once inside, they can cause extensive damage and pose serious health risks.
Our Proven 3-Step Process
1. Detect
We use state-of-the-art CCTV drain camera systems to carry out a full inspection of your property's drainage network. This allows us to quickly and accurately locate any points of entry that rats may be using — including cracks, breaks, open junctions, or misaligned pipework.
2. Correct
Once we identify the problem areas, we offer a tailored solution using our no-dig rat patch repair system. This trenchless technology allows us to seal off entry points without the need for excavation, fixing the problem efficiently with minimal disruption. Our high-strength patches are designed to restore the integrity of the pipe and stop rodents in their tracks.
3. Protect
After repair, we don’t just walk away — we protect your home or business with our 5-year warranty, giving you peace of mind that your drains are secure and your property is safe from future infestations.
Why Choose Reactive Drainage Solutions?
- Specialists in rat ingress detection and drain repair
- Advanced CCTV drain survey technology
- Non-invasive, no-dig solutions
- 5-year guarantee on all rat patch repairs
- Based in Beverley, East Yorkshire, covering all of Yorkshire and surrounding areas
- Fast, professional, and reliable service
Serving Beverley & the Whole of Yorkshire
We proudly serve homeowners, landlords, and commercial clients across Beverley, Hull, York, Leeds, Sheffield, Scarborough, Doncaster, and beyond. Wherever you are in Yorkshire or nearby regions, we’re your local experts in rat detection and drain protection.
01
DETECT
Detection of rats in the drains using state of the art CCTV equipment
02
CORRECT
Correct any issues within the drainage network using our no dig patch repair using 2 parts resin and fiberglass matting. this method seals any joint gaps or breaks without the need to dig.
03
PROTECT
We protect the drains after the repairs have been made by installing one way rodent valves in the manhole to prevent any further burrowing and we also provide a 5 year warranty
