Pest Control Cambridge
Same-day/Next-day Service | Rapid Response | RSPH Qualified.
✅ No Call Out Charge
✅ Child & Pet Safe Methods
✅ 24/7 Emergency Line
Fast, effective, and discreet pest removal for homes, colleges, and businesses in Cambridge (CB1–CB5) and surrounding villages.
Cambridge is a city of contrasts, blending ancient architecture with cutting-edge science parks. However, this unique mix creates a diverse range of pest control challenges. The historic city centre, with its centuries-old drainage systems and dense terraced housing, is a prime environment for rats and mice. Meanwhile, the leafy suburbs of Trumpington, Newnham, and Chesterton face seasonal battles with wasp nests and grey squirrels invading roof spaces.
Newmarket Pest Solutions is your premier local specialist. We are not a national franchise; we are a dedicated local team based just down the A14. We understand the specific needs of Cambridge properties—from protecting Grade I listed buildings near the River Cam to managing pest prevention for modern laboratories on the Cambridge Science Park.
If you have heard scratching noises in the loft, spotted a rodent in your kitchen, or found molehills ruining your lawn in Girton or Milton, you need a rapid, professional response. We offer same-day or next-day appointments to identify the source of the problem and resolve it permanently.
Our Specialist Services in Cambridge
We specialise strictly in the pests that cause the most damage to Cambridgeshire properties. We do not use generic treatments. Instead, we use targeted, professional methods designed to solve specific infestations common in the Cambridge area.
Rat & Mouse Control (City Centre & Suburbs)
Rats and mice are the most significant pest threat in Cambridge.
Historic Centre: The density of older properties and the proximity to the River Cam means rats often navigate through aging drainage systems. They can exploit breaches in Victorian brickwork to enter basements and wall cavities.
Suburban Homes: In areas like Cherry Hinton and Arbury, we frequently find House Mice entering through air bricks or gaps around pipework, seeking warmth during the cooler months.
A rodent infestation is a serious threat to your property. Rodents chew through electrical wiring, posing a significant fire risk, and can damage plastic water pipes (causing floods) and fibre-optic cables (disrupting internet connections).
Our Rat & Mouse Control service is a comprehensive solution:
Forensic Survey: We don’t just put down poison. We inspect your property—checking air bricks, drain lines, and roof verges—to find exactly how they are getting in.
Targeted Treatment: We use professional-grade rodenticides and traps that are far more potent and effective than DIY store-bought products.
Proofing Strategy: Once the infestation is cleared, we advise on “proofing” work (blocking holes, capping drains, meshing air bricks) to ensure your home remains secure against future intruders.
Wasp Nest Removal
Wasp nests are a frequent summer problem in Cambridge. The large, mature gardens in areas like Newnham and the high eaves of Victorian villas provide ideal nesting sites. A nest can grow rapidly, containing thousands of angry wasps that pose a danger to your family, pets, and neighbours.
If you spot a nest, do not attempt to treat it yourself. Wasps can be incredibly aggressive if their home is threatened.
We offer a fast, fixed-price Wasp Nest Removal service.
Specialist Access: We use telescopic lances to inject professional insecticidal dust directly into the nest entrance. This allows us to treat nests in high eaves or roof tiles safely from the ground, often without ladders.
Fast Results: The treatment usually neutralises the colony within a few hours.
Guaranteed: If the nest is still active 24 hours after our visit, we will return to treat it again for free.
Grey Squirrel Control
The abundance of mature trees in Cambridge’s parks and gardens—such as those near Jesus Green and the Botanic Garden—makes the city a haven for Grey Squirrels. While they are a common sight outdoors, they are highly destructive if they force their way into your attic. They are known for tearing up insulation for bedding and chewing through structural roof timbers.
Our Squirrel Control service focuses on humane trapping and removal to clear your roof void. Crucially, once the squirrels are gone, we help you identify the entry points (often rot in fascias or soffits) so they can be repaired.
Mole Control Services
The clay soil surrounding Cambridge villages like Great Shelford, Comberton, and Bottisham is perfect for moles. A single mole can destroy a manicured lawn, a paddock, or a sports pitch in days, creating uneven ground and unsightly hills.
We provide traditional Mole Control Services services using professional traps placed deep within the tunnel network.
Chemical Free: We do not use gasses or poisons, protecting the soil ecology.
Discreet: The traps are underground and invisible.
Reliable: This is the most effective method for removing “problem moles” from residential gardens and commercial grounds.
Commercial Pest Management
Protecting Cambridge’s Businesses & Institutions
Cambridge is a global hub for education and technology. For businesses on the Science Park, Business Park, or within the historic colleges, pest control is critical. A pest sighting can lead to reputational damage, contaminated research, or closure by Environmental Health.
We offer discreet, contract-based pest management for Cambridge businesses.
Technology & Labs: We provide non-toxic monitoring for server rooms and laboratories to prevent rodent damage to sensitive cabling.
Hospitality & Retail: We support restaurants, cafes, and shops in the Grand Arcade and Mill Road areas with routine inspections to meet EHO compliance standards.
Property Management: We work with letting agents and college bursars to manage pests in student accommodation and rental properties.
Discretion: We can visit outside of opening hours and use unbranded vehicles to ensure your staff, students, and customers remain unaware of any pest prevention measures.
Safety: Protecting Your Family & Pets
We know that for families in Cambridge, safety is the primary concern when calling a pest controller. You want the pests gone, but you need to know your children and pets are safe.
Newmarket Pest Solutions prioritises safety above all else:
Tamper-Resistant Equipment: For rodent treatments, we use heavy-duty, locking bait stations that cannot be opened by children, dogs, or cats.
Site Assessment: Before laying any treatment, we conduct a risk assessment. If you have a curious dog or a free-roaming cat, we will adapt our methods to suit your household.
Clear Instructions: We leave you with clear, written advice on what to do after the treatment (e.g., keeping pets away from a treated wasp nest for a few hours).
Why Choose Newmarket Pest Solutions?
Local Specialists: We are based just minutes away via the A14. We serve Cambridge (CB1-CB5), Histon, Impington, and Teversham daily.
RSPH Qualified: Our technicians hold the Royal Society for Public Health (RSPH) Level 2 Certificate in Pest Management.
Fast Response: We aim to be with you within 24 hours of your call. We keep emergency slots open every day for urgent rat or wasp issues.
Heritage Experience: We understand the care needed when working on listed buildings and colleges in Cambridge’s conservation areas.
Fully Insured: We carry £5 million Public Liability Insurance.
Frequently Asked Questions
Q: How quickly can you get to Cambridge? A: We are in the Cambridge area daily. We can often offer same-day or next-day appointments for customers in the city centre and surrounding villages like Fulbourn and Cottenham.
Q: Do you treat bed bugs or woodworm? A: No. We have chosen to specialise exclusively in Rats, Mice, Squirrels, Moles, and Wasps. By focusing on these core pests, we ensure we carry the best specialist equipment and deliver a higher standard of service than “generalist” companies that try to do everything.
Q: Do you offer contracts for businesses? A: Yes. We offer flexible pest management contracts for offices, labs, and retail units in Cambridge. This includes routine inspections, monitoring folders for EHO compliance, and emergency call-outs.
Q: Are your treatments safe for cats and dogs? A: Yes. Safety is our number one priority. We use professional, tamper-resistant bait boxes for rodent control that keep poisons locked away from pets. We will always discuss the treatment plan with you first to ensure you are comfortable.
Q: Can you help with pests in the loft? A: Absolutely. Lofts are the most common hiding place for rats, mice, squirrels, and wasps. We are fully equipped to access loft spaces safely to identify and treat the problem.
Book Your Local Expert Today
Don’t let a pest problem cause damage to your home or business. Contact Newmarket Pest Solutions today for fast, professional advice.
Your local pest experts for Cambridge, Histon, Girton, and South Cambridgeshire.
📍 Local Office: Newmarket, Suffolk
📞 Phone: 01638 336834
🕒 Hours: 24/7 emergency response available
Call us today for a free, no-obligation quote.
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