Rats are often mistaken for possums at first. The sound is lighter and quicker, and it can go on through the night. You may also find droppings in the pantry or garage, or chewed cables in the roof. Rats also chew wiring and insulation, which is why many people want them dealt with sooner rather than later. We take the call, give you upfront pricing and book a nearby independent crew that handles rat jobs around Ripley.
The crew checks the roof space, the outside of the house and any subfloor or garage to find where the rats are nesting and how they are getting in. Rats move along the same paths each night, so runways, rub marks and droppings show where to place bait stations. Bait stations are locked and placed out of reach of children and pets.
- Roof space, subfloor and garage checked for signs
- Locked bait stations placed along rat runways
- Entry points marked for sealing
- Food sources outside pointed out, such as fallen fruit or pet food
- Return visit to check bait stations and activity
Removal works much better when the gaps are closed as well. The crew can seal entry points on the same visit or on a return visit, and point out things around the yard that draw rats in, such as compost bins, chook pens and overgrown shrubs against the house. Rat noise usually drops off over one to two weeks.
To book rat removal in Ripley, call 07 3543 7766. Tell us where you hear the noise or find droppings, and whether you have children or pets at home, and we will line up a local team.
