10/06/2026
Another rewarding project completed in partnership with Law Construction
We were called to a property where planned boiler installation works in the loft had come to a stop due to extensive rodent contamination. What initially appeared to be a simple clearance quickly highlighted the reality of a problem that had been developing for around seven years.
Over time, rats had contaminated the loft with droppings and urine, creating a potentially serious health hazard. Rodent contamination isn’t just unpleasant to look at, it can carry harmful bacteria and pathogens that pose risks to anyone entering the space or handling affected items.
What made this project particularly important was that the loft wasn’t just being used for storage. Like many family homes, it contained years of memories and possessions that people often forget about until they need them again. Old family photographs, keepsakes, Christmas decorations, suitcases, sentimental heirlooms, children’s belongings, and treasured items that hold decades of memories had all been exposed to contamination.
At Heron Pest Solutions, we understand that these aren’t just “items” stored in a loft. They’re often pieces of a family’s history. That’s why we take great pride in restoring loft spaces and helping homeowners regain safe access to areas of their home that have effectively been lost to pest activity.
Working alongside Law Construction, we carefully removed all contaminated materials and assessed the contents of the loft. A full biocidal cleaning and decontamination process was then carried out to ensure the area was safe for future use. All contaminated insulation was removed and disposed of through a licensed specialist waste contractor before the loft was thoroughly cleaned and disinfected.
Once the space had been restored, we installed new high performance insulation in a criss cross pattern, improving thermal efficiency and helping the homeowner benefit from a warmer, more energy efficient property.
Importantly, we didn’t stop at cleaning up the aftermath. Previous pest controllers had done a good job of controlling the rat population, but the source of the problem had never been fully addressed. Through our investigations, we identified defects within the drainage system that were allowing rodents access to the property. We carried out a drain inspection and installed non return valves on behalf of Law Construction, preventing future rodent ingress and providing a long term solution rather than a temporary fix.
For us, jobs like this are about more than pest control. They’re about restoring confidence in a home, protecting families from unnecessary health risks, and helping people safely reclaim spaces that contain years of memories and belongings they cherish.
Seeing a contaminated loft transformed into a clean, safe, energy efficient space is always satisfying, but knowing a family can once again access their possessions without concern for disease or contamination is what makes the job truly worthwhile.
