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Removal is step one. Exclusion is the cure.

Rodent Control & Exclusion

Complete rat and mouse programs: removal, entry-point exclusion, and attic sanitation — guaranteed.

A roof rat traveling along a tree branch — the elevated route rats use to reach rooflines
Overview

Understanding Your Rodent Problem

Mice squeeze through gaps the width of a pencil; rats need only a quarter-sized hole. That's why trapping alone never ends a rodent problem — new rodents follow the scent trails of the last ones straight through the same openings. Real rodent control means sealing the building.

GreenShield's rodent program combines strategic trapping and stations with full-perimeter exclusion work: sealing entry points with rodent-proof materials, from foundation gaps to roof returns. We finish with attic inspection and sanitation options, so the evidence — and the odor that attracts new rodents — is gone.

Signs of Infestation

  • Scratching or scurrying sounds in walls, ceilings, or the attic at night
  • Droppings along baseboards, in the pantry, under sinks, or in the garage
  • Gnaw marks on wiring, food packaging, or structural wood
  • Greasy rub marks along walls where rodents travel
  • Pets staring intently at walls or appliances
Why It Matters

The Real Cost of Waiting

What this pest does to your property, health, and peace of mind when treatment is delayed.

Electrical Fire Hazard

Rodents gnaw constantly to wear down their teeth — and chewed wiring is implicated in an estimated 20–25% of fires of unknown origin.

Serious Disease

Rats and mice spread hantavirus, leptospirosis, and salmonellosis through droppings, urine, and contaminated surfaces.

Insulation & Property Damage

A rodent colony can trash attic insulation in months, costing thousands in energy loss and remediation.

Our Process

How We Solve It — Step by Step

A proven protocol refined over 17 years and tens of thousands of treatments.

1

Full-Property Inspection

We inspect roofline to foundation — including attic and crawl space — to identify species, population size, and every entry point.

2

Strategic Trapping & Baiting

Tamper-resistant stations and snap traps are placed on active runways, positioned safely away from children and pets.

3

Exclusion & Rodent-Proofing

Entry points are sealed with steel mesh, hardware cloth, and sealants rodents can't chew through — the step that makes results permanent.

4

Sanitation & Monitoring

We remove carcasses and droppings, offer attic remediation, and monitor stations until activity reaches zero.

Prevention Tips From Our Technicians

  • Store firewood at least 20 feet from the house and off the ground
  • Keep tree limbs trimmed 6+ feet from the roofline — roof rats are expert climbers
  • Store bird seed, pet food, and bulk pantry goods in metal or thick plastic bins
  • Install door sweeps on exterior and garage doors
  • Declutter garages and storage areas to remove nesting harborage

Why Professional Treatment Wins

DIY traps catch individuals, but rodents are neophobic — they avoid new objects — and breed faster than casual trapping removes them. Professionals read rub marks, droppings, and gnawing patterns to intercept actual runways, then seal the structure so the problem is solved rather than managed forever.

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FAQ

Rodent Control Questions, Answered

Roof rats travel elevated routes and enter high; mice live close to food sources and enter low. Trap style, placement height, and exclusion priorities differ completely — which is why identification comes first.

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