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Rat Identification & Prevention

What are rats?

The two different kinds of rats that are most likely to find their way to properties in Cumming, Georgia, are the Norwegian rat and the roof rat. They are two very different species of rat, but they are both troublesome when they find their way into your home. 

Roof rats are the smaller of the two species. As their name tells us, these rats are not afraid of heights. They are skilled climbers and prefer to enter buildings at the roof level. They have a slim build and are covered in dark, well-kept fur. Their smaller size sometimes causes young roof rats to be confused with adult mice, which is why partnering with a professional to identify the rodents on your property is essential! 

Norwegian rats are a larger species of rat; they have a heavy body and prefer to stay at ground level. An interesting fact about these rats is that they are excellent swimmers. They are also exceptional diggers and create extensive burrows. Their bodies are covered in bristly brown fur with black hair peppered throug

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Are rats dangerous?
Rats pose many dangers to people and property. These animals carry disease and spread parasites and disease-causing pathogens that make people ill. They will feast on and destroy gardens and fruit trees and contaminate your family’s stored food and surfaces. These pests have even been known to cause fires by chewing through wires. Other structural damage they cause with their sharp front incisors includes chewing through drywall, flooring, trim, and cabinets. 

Rats are wild animals; if they are cornered or feel threatened, they can retaliate by biting or scratching. When you notice a potential rodent problem on your property, immediately seek local rat control services.
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Why do I have a rat problem?
Roof rats and Norwegian rats become a problem on Cumming area properties because our yards and homes provide them with the things they need to thrive. Our properties offer safe shelter that helps rats successfully raise their young. Things like trash cans, compost bins, pet food, bird feeders, gardens, and fruit trees provide hungry rats with plentiful food sources. Water is readily available to help them quench their thirst from clogged gutters, dripping outdoor fixtures, and leaky hoses.
Where will I find rats?
Where rats prefer to spend their time depends on their species. However, most species of rats can live anywhere people live. They are successful in urban, suburban, and rural areas. A rat infestation can occur anywhere they have access to resources that meet their basic needs. 

Roof rats are generally found nesting and hiding in trees, tall shrubs, vines, and the roofs of homes and other buildings. Inside houses, roof rats may make themselves comfortable behind walls, on the tops of cabinets, and in attic spaces. 

Norwegian rats like to burrow under building foundations, rock or woodpiles, fallen trees, and brush piles. They move into our homes at ground level and nest in crawl spaces, wall voids, and basement clutter. Norwegian rats are also called sewer or wharf rats and often live outside near sewers, riverbanks, or wharves.

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Experienced Professionals

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Our team brings over ten years of experience in wildlife control, equipped to handle a wide range of situations with expertise.

Humane Practices

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We prioritize the well-being of animals, employing ethical methods in all our removal and exclusion services.

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Our commitment to exceptional service is reflected in the positive feedback from our clients. We strive to exceed expectations in every project we undertake.

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From initial inspection to final remediation, we offer end-to-end services tailored to your specific needs.