Hygiene & proofing
Loft clearances, decontamination, rodent proofing and practical prevention work.
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Local. Experienced. Ready to help.
Fast pest control in Edinburgh & the Lothians.
Professional pest control for homes and businesses across Edinburgh and the Lothians. Clear advice, effective treatment and practical prevention.
- 20+ years’ experience
- BPCA-qualified
- Insured service
- Domestic & commercial
- Local Edinburgh service
What we treat
One call. Every pest problem.
From an urgent mouse sighting to long-term commercial protection, we assess the cause and recommend the right treatment.
Rats & mice
Inspection, targeted treatment, proofing advice and drain-camera surveys for suspected entry points.
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Wasps & bees
Fast identification and safe treatment of active wasp nests, with responsible advice for bees.
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Bed bugs & fleas
Thorough treatment plans using professional methods, with clear preparation and aftercare advice.
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Bird control
Pigeon proofing, anti-roosting systems, guano cleaning and specialist falconry services.
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Practical control for gardens, grounds, farms and commercial sites across Edinburgh and the Lothians.
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Tell us what you’ve seen. We’ll tell you what happens next.
Meet Rapid Response
A family business that cares about the job.
Led by Raymond Christie, Rapid Response Pest Control brings over 20 years’ experience to homes and businesses across Edinburgh and the Lothians.
We know a pest problem can disrupt your home, tenants, staff and day-to-day business. Our priority is to understand what is happening, explain the options clearly and arrange help as soon as possible.
Our approach combines a treatment plan suited to your property with practical prevention advice. From your first enquiry to the agreed follow-up, we want you to know what is being done and what happens next.
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Practical help at your property.
Photographs from Rapid Response’s work, showing hands-on pest treatment and bird-proofing measures. View our work photographs →
Property pest treatment
Careful work at the affected area, with the approach selected for the property and pest.
Balcony bird netting
Netting across a balcony opening as part of a property-specific bird-proofing approach.
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A practical plan, not guesswork.
We look beyond the obvious signs to understand how the pest entered, where it is active and how to reduce the risk of it returning.
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Talk it through
Call or send your details. We’ll ask the right questions and arrange a suitable visit.
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Inspect properly
We check the affected areas, identify likely access points and explain the options clearly.
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Treat & prevent
We carry out the agreed treatment and leave you with practical follow-up advice.
Trusted locally
Rated 4.8 on Google.
Based on 63 customer reviews shown on our Google Business Profile.
“We had a family of squirrels that had set up home in our attic.”
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“Very reliable friendly service have used twice strongly recommend.”
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Local coverage
Across Edinburgh & the Lothians.
Helping homeowners, landlords and businesses throughout the city and surrounding towns.
EdinburghMusselburghDalkeithBonnyriggLoanheadPenicuikLivingstonHaddingtonNorth BerwickSouth Queensferry
Helpful answers
Common pest-control questions.
Call us if you are unsure what pest you have. A photograph and your postcode can help us advise on the next step.
Where do you work?
We cover Edinburgh, Midlothian, East Lothian and West Lothian, including Musselburgh, Dalkeith, Bonnyrigg, Loanhead, Penicuik, Livingston, Haddington, North Berwick and South Queensferry.
Which pests do you treat?
We deal with rats, mice, wasps, bed bugs, fleas, cockroaches, moths, grey squirrels and pigeons, alongside specialist fox, mole and rabbit control.
Can you investigate drain entry?
Yes. Where rats repeatedly appear without an obvious above-ground route, our rodent drain-camera survey can help investigate damaged or redundant connections.
Do you provide commercial pest control?
Yes. We help landlords, property managers and businesses with call-outs, monitoring, proofing recommendations and planned pest-management support.
Clear from the start
Understand what your quote covers.
Every property is different. We explain the proposed work and price before you decide to proceed.
Treatment and visits
Ask which inspection and treatment visits are included, what monitoring is recommended and how follow-up will be arranged.
Proofing and extra work
Confirm whether entry-point sealing, drain surveys, cleaning or repairs form part of the quote or need a separate assessment.
Preparation and next steps
We explain any preparation, access requirements and aftercare relevant to your treatment plan.
Get in touch
Let’s sort the problem.
For the fastest response, call us. You can also email your postcode, the pest you have seen, where you noticed it and clear photographs where safe to take them.
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Call0131 440 3263
WhatsApp07407 035258
Emailpestcontrolrapidresponse@gmail.com
CoverageEdinburgh & the Lothians
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Tell us how we can help.
Send your request directly here. We will use your details to respond to your enquiry. For urgent help, call 0131 440 3263.
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Pest advice
Know what to check next.
Practical guides to common questions, from mice in tenement flats to rat drain surveys and bed bug signs. Browse all 100 articles →
Mice
Mice in Edinburgh tenement flats: where an inspection starts
A mouse sighting in a tenement flat can involve more than one room. Shared pipe routes and concealed spaces make it useful to understand the building as well as the affected kitchen.
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When a drain survey may help a recurring rat problem
Repeated rat activity without an obvious surface entrance can justify checking drainage. A camera survey is an investigation tool, not proof in advance that a particular drain is the cause.
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Bed bug signs: why bites alone are not enough
Waking with bites can prompt concern about bed bugs, but a skin reaction alone cannot identify the cause. Inspection of the room and any insects found gives a stronger basis for deciding what to do.
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