Signs you have a rodent problem
- Scratching or scurrying in the attic or walls, especially at night
- Droppings in the garage, pantry, or along walls
- Gnaw marks on citrus fruit, wiring, or stored boxes
- Pets fixating on ceilings or wall sections
Why Valley homes get rodents
Roof rats arrived in the Valley two decades ago and found paradise: citrus trees for food, palm skirts and oleanders for cover, and warm attics for winter nesting. They travel power lines and fences, enter through gaps as small as a quarter, and reproduce quickly once inside. Beyond contamination, their wire-chewing is a genuine fire risk.
How we treat rodents
Our rodent program is built around secured bait stations — the most effective approach in the Valley. We place locked, tamper-resistant stations along the routes rodents actually travel: fence lines, block walls, foundation corners, and the quiet edges of the property. Stations are checked, refreshed, and repositioned at every regular visit, so activity gets knocked down and stays down. Alongside the baiting, we inspect for the entry points that let rodents into the structure itself — roof returns, vent gaps, garage-door corners, utility penetrations — and flag what should be sealed, plus any conditions like fallen citrus or heavy vegetation that are drawing them in.
For most homes, our Complete plan is the right fit for rodents — see plans and pricing, published right on the site.
Prevention tips
- Pick up fallen citrus and harvest fruit promptly
- Trim tree branches back at least a few feet from the roofline
- Seal garage-door corner gaps and broken vent screens
- Store pet food and birdseed in sealed metal or heavy plastic containers
Frequently asked questions
Are bait stations safe around kids and pets?
Yes — the stations we use are locked and tamper-resistant, with bait secured inside so only rodents can reach it. They're placed along rodent travel routes at the property's edges, not in areas where children or pets play.
How do I know if it's rats or mice?
Dropping size is the quickest tell: rat droppings are olive-pit sized, mouse droppings are grain-of-rice sized. Either way, the program — knock the population down and seal the entry points — is the same.
Can rodents really cause house fires?
Yes — rodents constantly gnaw to wear down their teeth, and attic wiring is a common target. Damaged wiring is one of the more serious hidden costs of an untreated infestation.