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
Trapping alone doesn't fix a rodent problem — exclusion does. We inspect the full structure to find entry points (roof returns, vent gaps, garage-door corners, utility penetrations), place traps and monitored stations to remove the current population, and seal the openings so the next generation can't move in. For properties with citrus or heavy vegetation, we'll flag the conditions 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
Is poison a good solution for rats in the attic?
We're cautious with rodenticides — poisoned rodents can die in wall voids (causing odor problems) and pose secondary risks to owls, hawks, and pets. Trapping plus exclusion is cleaner and more permanent.
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 treatment logic — remove and exclude — 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.