Rats can be dangerous and pose health threats. When rats are cornered, they will bite and are capable of spreading diseases such as Leptospirosis and Hantavirus.

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Q: What's the difference between rats and mice?

Mice are generally smaller than rats, but the snout of the rat is blunter than that of the mouse. Mice also generally have more floppy ears and shorter, skinnier tails. Check out our Ask Orkin article to learn more.

Q: What are rats afraid of?

Rats are repelled by certain scents, such as the smell of your dog or cat.

Q: What attracts rats to your yard?

Rats are attracted to protected places to live, odors from available food such as pet food, birdseed, and even unharvested fruits and vegetables.

Q: What do you do if you caught a live rat/mouse?

Release the rat or mouse several miles away from your home, preferably in a field, away from other homes, so they can't find their way back. Also, you can ask a veterinarian to euthanize the rodent humanely.

Q: How do exterminators get rid of rodents?

There are a variety of strategies an exterminator can use to get rid of rodents. Connect with an Orkin Pro to create an effective rodents treatment plan for your home.

Q: How much does an exterminator cost for rodents?

The cost of a rodent exterminator varies depending on the pest control treatment plan. Get a free quote and contact your local Orkin Branch Office to request a comprehensive pest inspection from an Orkin Pro.

Our targeted rodent pest control service combines the most advanced technology and methods available to help take back your home. Contact a professional rodent exterminator today!

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The Science

Risks of Rodents

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Numerous Diseases and Allergens

Rodents can cause a number of diseases transmitted directly from exposure to rat-infected feces, urine, or bites. They can also contaminate your food.

Rodent Bites

When cornered, rats will bite to defend themselves. The saliva of some species can carry hazardous diseases, such as Leptospirosis and Hantavirus.

Rodent Infestation

Rodents multiply swiftly, and infestations require professional pest control. Left unattended, they may cause extensive damage to the home and yard.

Our Approach

How to Get Rid of Rodents

Our pest control treatments are specifically targeted at rodents, and our Pros are well-versed in how to get rid of rats and mice.

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The Orkin Approach

Investigate

We’ll inspect your home from top to bottom, inside and out, for current or potential rodent problems and other pests.

Protect

An Orkin Pro will treat the perimeter of your home's structure with the appropriate materials, remove all accessible spiderwebs and wasp nests, and use the safest rodent extermination methods available.

Fortify

We’ll do everything we can to keep insects out—seal, caulk, plug, and secure gaps and cracks.

Keep Watch

We’ll treat the interior of your home and install pest monitors in critical areas such as kitchens, baths, utility rooms, and garages.

Report

Orkin Pros always provide a detailed report of services rendered and extermination recommendations to help keep your home free of pests.

Follow Up

We’ll stay in touch between our regularly scheduled visits and respond to any immediate needs.

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Custom Treatment

Rodent Control Made Personal

Every home is unique, and so are our rodent, mice, and rat treatments that are tailored to fit your situation.

Thorough Investigation

Rats are capable of thriving in human environments, and our Pros will seek out and identify where they're making themselves at home.

Mice and Rats Treatment Plan

After the assessment, the Pro will recommend a customized rodent treatment plan that will best fit your needs depending on the infestation.

Fortifying Against Rats and Mice

Pros will stop the infestation by using rodenticide baits, natural repellants, and traps to help fortify your home against their return.

Frequently Asked Questions

Are rats dangerous?

What's the difference between rats and mice?

What are rats afraid of?

What attracts rats to your yard?

What do you do if you caught a live rat/mouse?

How do exterminators get rid of rodents?

How much does an exterminator cost for rodents?

Resources

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Rodents Exterminator - How To Identify & Get Rid Of Rodents

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The Orkin Approach

Investigate

Protect

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2023’s Most Rat-Infested Cities in America

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