Rats and mice are a common reason people call us from Brisbane, particularly in the cooler months when they move indoors looking for warmth and food. Scratching in the ceiling at night, droppings in the pantry and chewed food packets are the usual signs. Older Queenslanders with open subfloors and roof spaces give them plenty of ways in, but newer homes get them too.
When you ring, we ask where you have heard or seen activity and how long it has been going on. The crew we book then checks the roof space, subfloor, garage and kitchen for droppings, rub marks and nesting spots. They set bait stations or traps in the places where rodents are travelling, keeping them out of reach of children and pets.
- Roof space and subfloor checks for signs of activity
- Lockable bait stations or traps placed along rodent runways
- Advice on gaps and holes that rodents are using to get in
- Attention to sheds, garages and garden areas near the home
- A return visit to check the bait stations, priced upfront if needed
Rodents often come back if food and shelter stay easy to find. It helps to store pet food and chook feed in sealed tubs, keep compost bins closed and trim branches that touch the roof. The crew will point out any obvious entry points, such as gaps around pipes or damaged vents, so you can get them sealed.
Many homes in Brisbane sit close to creeks, parks and older drainage, which are all places rats like to live. If you can hear them in the roof, it is worth booking sooner rather than later, before they chew wiring or nest in insulation. Call 07 3543 7770 to book rodent control and get the price upfront.
