Rats and mice often use the same gaps as possums, and in the warm weather on the Gold Coast they breed quickly. Roof rats in particular like palms, fruit trees and canal gardens, and they climb into roofs through gaps at the eaves, gutters and roof joins. If you hear scratching and gnawing through the night, it is more likely rats than a possum.
The crew we book looks for droppings, gnaw marks, grease marks along beams and runways through the insulation. This shows where the rats are nesting and how they are getting in. They also check the kitchen, laundry, garage and outside areas where food and shelter are easy to find.
- Roof space and wall access points checked for activity
- Tamper-resistant bait stations placed out of reach of children and pets
- Snap traps set in the roof where baits are not suitable
- Gaps and holes sealed to stop new rats getting in
- Advice on food, bins and garden areas that draw rodents in
Bait stations are locked boxes, so the bait is kept away from children, pets and wildlife. Where you would rather not use bait, the crew can use traps only. Tell us about pets when you book so the right setup can be planned.
Rodent control works better when it is paired with sealing, because baits and traps deal with the rats already there while sealing stops new ones moving in. Some jobs need a second visit to check the stations, and we tell you on the phone what your price includes. Call 07 3543 7767 for upfront pricing on rodent control on the Gold Coast.
