Rodents in the Attic
Rodents are some of the most invasive pests already on your property, and can pose an enormous problem if they make their way into the warm, damp confines of your attic.
Fortunately, Critter Control Dallas has extensive experience with rodents in the attics of Dallas area homeowners. It should be the first call you make if you notice any of these warning signs:
What Are the Signs of A Rodent Infestation in My Attic?
- Rodent Droppings. Look for droppings in areas that are not frequented by humans, like attics or basements. Droppings are found in the largest numbers near nesting sites.
- Odors. When living in confined spaces like homes, rodents tend to produce an odor that is most often described as musky and resembling ammonia or stale urine.
- Sounds. Squirrels, mice, and rats make similar sounds if they’ve made it into your house; rustling or scurrying noises. The bigger the rodent, the louder the sound will be. Squirrels may also make rolling noises, rolling nuts and acorns around. Pay attention to when the noise is being made. If it occurs during the day, it’s probably a squirrel. If you hear it more at night, it’s more likely to be a mouse or rat, since they are nocturnal.
- Vocalizations. Both mice and rats communicate at a pitch that is undetectable to the human ear. However, if they are distressed, they may make squeaking or hissing sounds. Still, you are more likely to hear movement sounds than vocalizations.
- Gnawed home insulation. A rodent’s teeth grow continuously, so they must gnaw on things to keep this growth in check. As you might expect, this leaves rather damning evidence. Look for gnaw marks on things like garbage cans, fences, food containers, and under porches. Squirrels sometimes chew through roof vents or attic louvers to access the attic.
- Runways. Mice and rats are creatures of habit and will follow the same route between their nest site and food and water sources. After repeated use, these paths develop dark, greasy rub marks that are accumulated from the oils and dirt on the rodent’s fur. Runways usually follow along manmade edges like baseboards.
Which Rodents are Most Likely to Invade?
The most common culprits are mice, rats, and squirrels that make a home in the attics of Dallas area homeowners.
How to Get Rid of Rodents in the Attic
First, consider the dangers you risk by letting rodents have an extended stay in your attic. Without proper ventilation, rodent droppings can create a health risk for your family. Gnawed electrical wiring can create a fire hazard in your home and at the very least, chewed wire and tubing may cause important systems in your home to stop working and need potentially expensive repairs.
Our 4-Step for Rodent Control Process
Over our 30+ years in business, we’ve been able to perfect our removal and exclusion process, which helps ensure that the rats are removed as efficiently as possible, and are not allowed to return. Here is what you can expect when you choose Critter Control® in Dallas:
- Inspection: When you schedule a home consultation, we will dispatch a rat removal expert to check the whereabouts and severity of the infestation.
- Removal: When the rat nest has been adequately examined, we’ll work with you to come up with a removal strategy that works for your needs, and remove the rats efficiently.
- Restore: After all the critters are out of your home, we’ll restore any of the damages they may have left in their wake. This includes any damage to your attic insulation.
- Exclusion: Once your home is back to normal, we’ll close up potential entry points to ensure that the rats cannot return in the future.
For this, you need professional help. Only a true expert on rodents in the attic can sniff out the culprits, remove them and seal off potential entry points, ensuring that your rodent problem will be a one time occurrence. Critter Control Dallas is happy to help banish rodents from your attic and your property. For an estimate, call us at 214-225-2217 today or contact us online!
