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Rodent Control

Bait stations, exclusion work, and attic sanitation to keep rats and mice out of your home for good.

Rodents never stop chewing — their front teeth grow continuously, so they gnaw on whatever's around to wear them down, which means wiring, drywall, insulation, and pipes in your home. Chewed wiring is a leading cause of house fires; chewed pipes cause water leaks and damage. They also leave behind droppings, urine, and shed fur that contaminate surfaces and spread serious illnesses including salmonella, leptospirosis, and hantavirus. We start with a thorough inspection to identify what kind of rodents you have, where they're staying, and how they're getting in, then build a treatment plan around bait stations, natural rodent aversion products, and exclusion work to seal up entry points for good.

Want to know exactly what you're up against? Read more about Rodents in our pest library.

Why Act Now

A rodent infestation isn't a problem to wait on. Rats and mice cause two categories of serious harm: structural damage and health risk. On the structural side, their constant chewing targets whatever's available — electrical wiring (a fire hazard), water pipes (a flood risk), insulation, and drywall. On the health side, rodents contaminate everything they contact with droppings, urine, and fur that can spread salmonellosis, leptospirosis, hantavirus, and lymphocytic disease. The longer an infestation goes untreated, the more damage accumulates and the harder it becomes to eliminate.

Warning Signs to Watch For

Droppings — small, dark, pellet-shaped; found along walls, in cabinets, under appliances, and in the attic
Gnaw marks on wood, drywall, food packaging, or wiring — fresh gnaw marks are lighter in color
Scratching or scurrying sounds inside walls or the ceiling, especially at night
Greasy rub marks along baseboards and walls where rodents travel the same paths repeatedly
Nesting materials — shredded paper, insulation, or fabric tucked into hidden corners
A persistent musty odor from urine, especially in enclosed spaces like attics and cabinets

What You Can Do Between Visits

Seal gaps around pipes, cables, and conduit where they enter the home — mice fit through a hole the size of a dime
Check where roof eaves meet the roofline and along the foundation for gaps; reinforce with wire mesh or expanding foam
Keep tree branches and shrubs trimmed back from the roofline — rats use branches as a bridge onto your roof
Store all food (including pet food) in hard-sided, sealed containers — never leave food out overnight
Keep garage and attic as clutter-free as possible to eliminate nesting opportunities
Fix any leaks or moisture issues — rodents are attracted to water sources just like any pest
Don't leave birdseed or pet food outdoors; clean up fallen fruit from trees

Our Process

Inspection — identify the rodent species, where they're nesting, and how they're getting inside
Bait stations placed around your property, checked and refilled every two weeks, plus a natural aversion product placed in the attic
Exclusion work — sealing entry points with aluminum, expanding foam, or wire mesh, and repairing small rodent damage where we find it
Attic sanitation — clearing contaminated droppings and urine, then sanitizing and disinfecting the space, available if needed

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I know if I have a rodent problem?

The most common signs are droppings (small, dark pellets near walls and in cabinets), gnaw marks on wood or wiring, scratching or scurrying sounds inside walls or the ceiling at night, greasy rub marks along baseboards, and nesting materials hidden in attic insulation or behind appliances. If you notice any of these, call us — rodent problems get worse quickly.

What types of rodents are common in Southwest Florida?

The most common are the roof rat (also called a black rat) and the Norway rat. Roof rats are excellent climbers and typically nest in attics, trees, and upper areas of the home. Norway rats tend to burrow and nest at ground level. Mice are less common but do appear. Each requires a slightly different approach, which is why inspection comes first.

How do rodents get into a sealed-up house?

Mice can squeeze through gaps as small as a dime, and rats through gaps about the size of a quarter. Common entry points include where corners meet, along roof eaves, in foundation cracks, and where utilities enter the home — all of which we check during inspection.

Is rodent bait safe to use around my pets?

We use bait station placement strategies designed to keep bait away from pets and children, and we'll talk through placement with you before we start.

How often do you check the bait stations?

We return every two weeks to check and refill bait stations and the attic aversion product until activity is resolved.

What diseases do rodents actually spread?

Rats and mice can spread salmonellosis, leptospirosis, hantavirus, and lymphocytic disease through droppings, urine, and contact with contaminated surfaces — which is why we offer attic sanitation alongside removal and exclusion.