Rats and mice share many of the same ways into a roof as possums, and in Springwood they are just as common. Roof rats run along fences and power lines and climb in through gaps at the eaves. Signs include light, quick scratching at night, small dark droppings, chewed food packets and greasy marks along beams. Mice are more likely to turn up in kitchens and pantries, while rats prefer the roof.
When you call, we ask where you have seen or heard them and whether there are pets or young children in the home. The crew we book then inspects the roof space, the kitchen, the laundry and any sheds or garages. They place bait inside lockable stations where pets and children cannot reach it, and set traps where bait is not suitable. The cooler months often bring more calls, as rodents move indoors looking for warmth.
- An inspection for droppings, nests and runs
- Bait in lockable stations in the roof and around the yard
- Traps in spots where bait is not the right choice
- Pointing out gaps that let rodents in
- Advice on food storage and bins around the home
Bait does the most good when rodents cannot keep coming in from outside, so the crew will point out gaps at the eaves, vents and doors. Sealing those gaps and screening vents can be booked on the same visit. Keeping bins closed and fruit picked up also helps. A rat that takes bait sometimes dies in the roof or a wall, and if a smell appears later, dead animal removal can be booked through us.
To book rat and mouse control in Springwood, call 07 3543 7768. Tell us where you have seen signs and we will give you a price and a time.
