Not every noise in the roof is a possum. Rats and mice make a lighter, quicker scratching sound, and they are often busy through the whole night rather than just at dusk and dawn. You might also find small droppings in the pantry, chewed packets or gnaw marks on cables. Rats also chew wiring, which is worth sorting soon. We take bookings for rat and mouse removal in Caloundra and book a nearby independent crew, with upfront pricing before the visit.
The crew we book checks the roof space, the kitchen, the laundry and the outside of the house to work out where the rodents are nesting and how they are getting in. Roof rats love the palms and dense gardens found across the coast, and they often run along fences and power lines to reach the roof. Mice tend to stay closer to the kitchen, while rats roam further. The crew then sets up traps or lockable bait stations, placed out of reach of children and pets.
A rat and mouse visit can include:
- An inspection of the roof space, kitchen and outside walls
- Traps or lockable bait stations in the right spots
- Sealing gaps around pipes, vents and the roof line
- Cleanup of droppings where needed
- Advice on food, bins and garden spots that draw rodents in
Rodent numbers often climb in the cooler months when rats look for shelter indoors, which is when many Caloundra homes start hearing them. Sealing the gaps as well as baiting gives you a better result than baiting alone. The crew may suggest a second visit to check the traps and bait stations. To book rat and mouse removal, call 07 3543 7771 and we will line up a local crew.
