Scratching in the ceiling at night is one of the most common reasons people in South Brisbane call us. Rats and mice are drawn to the area by restaurant bins, fruit trees, compost and pet food, and older homes give them plenty of ways in through gaps under the floor, around pipes and along the roof line. Once they are inside, they chew wiring, spoil food and breed quickly. Rats are also good climbers, so trees and vines touching the roof give them an easy way up.
The crew we book starts by working out whether you have rats or mice and where they are travelling. Droppings, rub marks, chewed packaging and nesting material all help show the paths they use. From there, the crew places baits and traps where rodents move, while keeping them out of reach of children and pets.
- An inspection of the roof space, subfloor, kitchen and garage
- Lockable bait stations placed along runways inside and outside
- Snap traps in spots where bait is not suitable, such as near food
- Notes on entry points that could be sealed with rodent proofing
- Advice on bins, compost, pet food and fruit trees
Activity often drops over one to three weeks as rodents feed on the bait. Rats are wary of new objects, so it can take a few nights before they start feeding. Some homes need a return visit to check and refill the stations, which the crew can price while they are there. Keep food in sealed containers and clear clutter from the garage and under the house to give rodents fewer places to nest.
If you are hearing rats or mice in South Brisbane, call 07 3543 7771 and we will book a crew with a price upfront.
