Pest Control in Chard

Chard is a small town in south Somerset, sitting on a ridge where the River Isle and River Axe have their sources just a few hundred metres apart, draining in opposite directions. This geographical curiosity means the town is surrounded by well-watered valleys and green farmland on every side. The high street climbs steeply through the centre, lined with a mix of stone, brick and rendered buildings that reflect the town's long history as a lace-making and light industrial centre. Many of these older commercial and residential buildings have cellars, underfloor voids and aging drainage that make them attractive to rats. Broken clay pipe joints and disused drains beneath the town centre are a common source of problems.

The residential areas around the centre include Victorian terraces near the old factories and more modern housing on the edges of town. Farmland presses close on all sides, with dairy herds and arable fields creating a landscape that supports a healthy rodent population. Mice move into town from the surrounding countryside as winter approaches and homes on the outskirts are first in line. Garages, utility rooms and loft spaces are the usual entry points, with mice following pipework and cable runs up into the building from ground level.

Chard also sits in a sheltered position that holds warmth well during summer and wasp nests are a regular seasonal issue. The stone walls of older buildings, garden sheds and compost heaps are all favoured nesting spots. Our technicians visit Chard and the surrounding villages frequently and we understand the mix of old and newer building types that the town presents. Whether it is a rat in a Victorian cellar or a wasp nest in a modern roof space, we bring the right solution for the job.