In short
Removing rats and mice from the home, sealing the gaps they use to get in, and cleaning up after them.
Signs of rats and mice
- Droppings in cabinets, along baseboards or in the attic
- Scratching or scurrying sounds at night
- Gnawed food packaging, wires or wood
- Greasy rub marks along walls
- Nests of shredded paper or insulation
The usual suspects
House mice squeeze through gaps the size of a dime and nest in walls and cabinets. Roof rats climb trees and fences to reach attics. Norway rats burrow around foundations, sheds and woodpiles. Each needs a slightly different approach.
How rodent control works
- Inspection to find activity and every entry point.
- Trapping placed where rodents travel, checked on a schedule.
- Exclusion: sealing gaps around pipes, vents, garage doors and roof lines.
- Sanitation and cleanup of droppings and nesting material.
Questions
Why do I hear rodents more in fall and winter?
Cooler weather pushes them indoors for warmth and food.
Is it safe to clean up droppings myself?
Rodent droppings can carry disease. Wear gloves, avoid sweeping dry droppings, and consider professional cleanup for heavy contamination.
Rodent Control around Waxahachie
Calls for rodent control connect with independent providers in Waxahachie (ZIP 75165, 75167) and nearby towns:
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