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Evening Standard
Evening Standard
Vicky Shaw

Claims for rats and mice infestations could spike this autumn, insurer warns

Direct Line Landlord Insurance said rodent-related claims made under landlord emergency cover spiked by 57% between September and October 2025 (Alamy/PA) -

Insurance claims related to rats and mice could spike this autumn after recent warm weather created favourable breeding conditions for rodents, a firm has warned.

Direct Line Landlord Insurance, which is part of the Aviva Group, is urging landlords and tenants to be vigilant after its data indicated rodent-related claims made under landlord emergency cover jumped 57% when comparing September 2025 with October last year.

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