Pest Control Dulwich Village

Pest Control in Dulwich Village

Dulwich Village is the historic heart of the wider Dulwich area, a remarkably well-preserved enclave of period houses, the old College and the Picture Gallery, all set around a toll gate that still operates on College Road. The properties here are among the finest in south London: large Georgian and early Victorian houses on generous plots, surrounded by mature trees and carefully maintained gardens. The Estate manages the area with a strict character policy and the result is a green, quiet neighbourhood that feels worlds away from the bustle of the city just a few miles north. That tranquil setting is perfect for wildlife and pests take full advantage.

Grey squirrels are a ongoing issue in Dulwich Village. The tall oaks, beeches and horse chestnuts in the gardens and along the roads give squirrels direct access to rooftops and squirrel removal is something we do frequently here. The damage they cause to loft insulation and electrical wiring can be expensive if they are left unchecked. Mice are equally at home, using the gaps in the aging fabric of these grand old houses to get inside. Suspended timber floors, deep skirting boards and complex internal layouts with voids and service routes all provide paths for mice. Mouse control in these period properties needs a sensitive approach that respects the building while dealing with the problem thoroughly.

Rats are present along the drainage system and in the green spaces around the park and gallery grounds. Properties with older drains or those backing onto the park may see rat activity and a drain survey is often useful in tracking down how they are getting in. Wasp nests are a regular summer feature, found under the decorative eaves and in the roof spaces of the larger houses.