Rodent Control — Rat & Mice Removal in Crockett, Grapeland & East Texas

Q: I hear something in my attic at night. Is it rats?

A: Scratching, scurrying, and thumping sounds in the ceiling — particularly at night — are classic roof rat signs. Rats are crepuscular and nocturnal, most active around dusk and dawn. We will inspect the attic, confirm the species, and begin trapping the same visit.

Q: Do you use poison bait to kill rats?

A: We use exterior tamper-resistant bait stations at the property perimeter to intercept outdoor populations. Inside structures, we use mechanical traps — not interior rodenticide bait — because poisoned rats die in wall voids and create significant odour problems. Exclusion is always the priority.

Q: How did rats get into my house?

A: Roof rats enter through gaps as small as 12mm at the roofline — around soffit vents, where pipes penetrate the fascia, and through deteriorated sections of trim. Norway rats enter at ground level through floor drains, gaps at foundation corners, and under poorly sealed garage doors. We will locate every entry point during inspection.

Q: How long does a rodent clean-out take?

A: Active rodent trapping typically resolves an established interior infestation within 2–4 weeks. Entry point exclusion is completed at the initial service visit where accessible. Attic and crawl space access points may require a separate exclusion visit.

Q: Can I get an ongoing rodent monitoring programme?

A: Yes. Our Premium and Elite service plans include exterior rodent monitoring stations that allow us to track pressure and respond before rodents enter the structure.