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Rodent Control Tyler, TX | Rat & Mice Exterminator in Smith County

Rat and mice control in Tyler, TX. Exclusion, trapping and sanitation for Smith County homes including UT Tyler area and older Tyler neighborhoods.

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As Houston County’s most trusted licensed pest control company (TPCL #13381), Critter Gitters serves Crockett, Texas and all surrounding communities.

Rodent Issues in Tyler — Older Neighborhoods & UT Tyler Area

Tyler’s older residential neighborhoods — the Azalea District, Rose Garden area, and neighborhoods adjacent to the UT Tyler campus — have the highest rodent call volume in Smith County. Older homes with original wood framing, crawl spaces, and decades of utility penetrations that haven’t been sealed provide numerous entry points for roof rats and Norway rats. Student rental properties near UT Tyler follow patterns similar to college-town rodent issues nationwide.

Roof rats are Tyler’s dominant urban rodent, entering homes through roofline gaps and tree branches overhanging roofs. Our East Texas rodent-proofing guide covers the most common entry points for both roof rats and Norway rats in Smith County homes.

Our Rodent Exclusion Process for Tyler Properties

Critter Gitters inspects your Tyler home from foundation to roofline — identifying every active entry point, harborage area, and conducive condition before treatment begins. We place mechanical snap traps along active rodent runways, perform exclusion work on all identified entry points, and provide sanitation recommendations to eliminate attractants.

For older Tyler homes with crawl spaces, attic rodent issues are particularly common and often go unnoticed until electrical chewing damage or a strong odor appears. Texas A&M AgriLife Extension recommends exclusion-first IPM as the most effective and permanent rodent management approach for residential properties.

Service Area & Coverage

Zip Codes Served: 75801, 75803

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Our Pest Control Process

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Connect & Schedule

Your protection starts with a simple conversation.


Our friendly customer service team listens to your concerns, answers questions, and helps schedule an inspection or service visit at your convenience.

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Inspection & Diagnosis

We Identify the Source


Our certified technicians perform a detailed inspection of your property — inside and out. We identify pest types, entry points, and contributing conditions to determine exactly what’s happening and why.

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Customized Treatment

Science-Based Targeted Solution

Using proven Integrated Pest Management (IPM) principles, we design a treatment plan tailored to your home, pest type, and environment. We use precision applications — not overuse — to ensure safe, effective, and lasting results.

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Our trained specialists apply targeted treatments using the latest tools and environmentally responsible products.
 We treat interior and exterior zones, eliminate nests and harborage areas, and establish a protective barrier around your home.

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WHY CHOOSE US

Why Homeowners Across East Texas Trust Critter Gitters

Science-Based Solutions, Never Guesswork

Reflects your belief that true pest control starts with understanding, not guessing. Drawn from your Integrated Pest Management (IPM) philosophy and “Precision Over Routine.”

We lead with honesty and reliability. At Critter Gitters, integrity means fair pricing, clear communication, and doing the job right the first time—every time.

Our technicians undergo continuous training that goes beyond industry requirements, ensuring every service is performed with expert knowledge, precision, and the latest pest control techniques.

Our team is fully licensed and certified, bringing proven expertise to every job. You can trust Critter Gitters for safe, professional, and effective pest control backed by years of experience.

Your satisfaction is our promise. If the covered pests come back, so will we – 100% satisfaction guaranteed.

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FAQ’s

Common Questions from Our Customers

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Why are roof rats so common in Tyler's older neighborhoods?
Older Tyler neighborhoods have mature tree canopy that provides aerial access to rooflines, decades-old structures with original wood deterioration and gap accumulation, and established food sources in gardens and bird feeders. These factors combine to make neighborhoods like the Azalea District and Rose Garden area among the highest roof rat areas in Smith County.
Yes. We provide rodent control and exclusion for rental properties and apartment buildings near the UT Tyler campus throughout Smith County. Landlords can set up recurring commercial pest management agreements. Call (936) 544-3800 for commercial pricing.
Signs of rodent wiring damage include unexplained circuit breaker trips, flickering lights, appliances going dead without obvious cause, and burning or rubbery smells from walls. Electrical chewing by rodents is a leading cause of structure fires — don’t wait to investigate if you suspect attic rodent activity.
Yes. Older Tyler homes often require extensive exclusion work given decades of accumulated entry points. We provide thorough inspection and exclusion for both crawl space and attic access rodent issues. Follow-up with the steps in our rodent-proofing guide for lasting results.
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