Fox Control & Deterrence Across the East Midlands
Birds & Wildlife
Fox Control & Fox Deterrence In Nottingham, Derby & Leicester
Humane, Legal Fox Control That Keeps Them Out
We deal with problem foxes in gardens, under sheds and decking, and on business premises across Nottinghamshire, Derbyshire, Leicestershire and Lincolnshire, including Nottingham, Derby, Leicester and Lincoln. We find where the foxes are denning and why they're visiting, then use humane, legal deterrence and proofing, such as buried mesh skirts, to keep them out. We'll explain the likely cost before any work starts.
- From £250Final price depends on the job
- 7 days a week6am–8pm, weekends included
- 5.0 on GoogleFrom 194 customer reviews
- 4 countiesNotts, Derbys, Leics & Lincs
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Why are foxes in my garden?
The red fox (Vulpes vulpes) is at home in towns and cities as well as the countryside. Gardens offer food (bird feeders, bins, compost, pet food), water and, above all, shelter. The space under a shed, decking or a summer house makes a good den, or 'earth', particularly for a vixen with cubs.
Foxes mate in mid-winter, which is when you hear the screaming at night, and cubs are usually born in early spring. They stay near the den through spring and early summer, which is when most fox complaints happen: digging, smell, fouling, damage to lawns and chewed garden items.
What does the law say about foxes?
Foxes aren't a protected species, but how you deal with them is strictly controlled. The Wildlife and Countryside Act 1981 bans self-locking snares and certain other methods, and the Wild Mammals (Protection) Act 1996 makes it an offence to cause a wild mammal unnecessary suffering. There is no poison approved for use on foxes, so poisoning them is illegal. The Hunting Act 2004 also restricts the use of dogs.
In practice, for gardens and most commercial sites, the answer is to make the area unattractive and to block access, rather than to remove the fox. A removed fox in a good territory is soon replaced by another.
How we deal with foxes
We survey the site to find where the foxes are denning, how they're getting in and what's drawing them. Then we recommend a combination of measures: removing food sources, and proofing gaps under sheds, decking and outbuildings with a buried mesh skirt, an L-shaped apron of strong wire mesh dug into the ground so a fox can't dig underneath.
If there are cubs under a structure, we won't seal it while they're inside. We wait until the den is empty, usually once the cubs are old enough to move on in summer, and use one-way methods to make sure no animal is trapped. Where a fox causes a problem that deterrence can't solve, we'll talk you through the legal options.
- Site survey to find dens, entry points and attractants
- Buried mesh skirts under sheds and decking
- Fencing and gap proofing
- Advice on bins, feeders and compost
- No poison, no snares, no sealing animals in
Signs You Have A Fox Problem
- Holes dug under sheds, decking or fences
- A strong, musky smell in one part of the garden
- Fox droppings on lawns, paths or patios
- Lawns dug up, often looking for grubs
- Bin bags torn open and rubbish scattered
- Screaming at night in winter
- Cubs seen playing in the garden in spring and early summer
Why Choose Us For Fox Control
- Fox control from £250; final price depends on the job
- Humane, lawful methods only
- Proofing that stops foxes digging back in
- No animals sealed in
- Clear, upfront advice on cost
- Domestic and commercial sites
- 7 days a week, 6am–8pm
Our Fox Control Process
Call Or Book Online
Tell us what the foxes are doing and where you've seen them.
Survey The Site
We find dens, entry points and whatever's attracting them.
Deter & Proof
We fit mesh skirts and proofing once the den is confirmed empty.
Advise & Review
We advise on food sources and check the proofing is holding.
Get a price for fox control
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Where We Offer Fox Control
We provide fox control & fox deterrence in Nottingham and right across Nottinghamshire, Derbyshire, Leicestershire and Lincolnshire from our base in Southwell. Choose your area for local details.
What Our Customers Say
5.0 from 194 Google reviews“Absolutely brilliant work. Very polite and professional. He also had so much time for my son. Even showed him in the back of his van. Definitely recommend if anyone has any pests or pigeons stuck in…”
NicolaJune 2026 · Read on Google “I had a great experience with Urgent Pest Control. They responded quickly, showed up on time, and were extremely professional. The technician explained everything clearly, answered all my questions,…”
kris jarrettFebruary 2026 · Read on Google “Gino responded extremely quick and visited my home within a couple of hours of my initial phone call. He got to the root problem fast and I’ve no issues since. Gino followed up with a second visit…”
Clarissa SodenSeptember 2025 · Read on Google “Excellent service, came out same day to help. Searched all areas to resolve the problem and to put things in place to stop them getting in.”
lisa lloydSeptember 2025 · Read on Google “Absolutely amazing service. Returned from a long holiday to find rats had gotten into my house. These guys came the next day (I didn't call until 4pm) and did a follow up visit today. Very helpful…”
Sarah WarrenSeptember 2025 · Read on Google “Hi Gino it's been 3years since you came to place and got rid of bugs and there has been no signs since 2022. Thank you so much”
Corrinne JosephMarch 2025 · Read on Google “Excellent service! Harrison and the team was prompt, professional and they explained everything clearly. Highly recommend for reliable and efficient pest control!”
Lyndsey ReadMarch 2025 · Read on Google “Gino arrived within a couple of hours of my phone call and identified our problem very swiftly. Remedial action was undertaken immediately and two follow up visits ensured that everything was…”
Jillian LowreyDecember 2024 · Read on Google
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