Effective Rat Removal Solutions in Austin, TX
Are there rats around your home? Stampede is experienced in removing roof rats and Norway rats, and we stand behind our work to ensure the complete removal of all rodents.
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Effective rat removal solutions in Austin, TX
Are there rats around your home? The most common rats in the Austin area are roof rats, but you may also see Norway rats from time to time. These rodents can enter your home through even the smallest gaps and set up nests that turn into an infestation very quickly.
Fortunately, Stampede is experienced in providing successful pest control services. Our team also guarantees all of our work and we go above and beyond to ensure the complete removal of all rodents.
A full property exclusion is the only thing that makes rat removal stick. Exclusion just means sealing the spots where rodents get in. The inspection and site evaluation are where we earn it. We'll gauge the rat and mouse population around your Austin property, find every entry point, and seal them. We remove the pests and put measures in place to keep them out for good. Call today for a free quote.
Stampede's full rat removal process
We don't just trap the rats you can see. We remove them and seal up the entry points so they can't come back.
Site inspection and estimate
First, we'll schedule a consultation. This step is crucial since it will help us fully understand your situation and determine which solution is right for you. We'll then provide you with an accurate, upfront estimate to get the work done efficiently.
Exclusion planning
Depending on our inspection findings, we'll create a tailored pest control treatment plan. Our experts will come up with a preventative technique to remove the rats and mice from your property as well as seal up all of the entry points to keep them from re-entering your home or business.
Removal process
We'll place bait and traps to effectively remove rats and mice. Our team uses safe, innovative methods to deal with these unwanted rodents and there's no need to worry if you have pets and children around.
Exclusion services
We'll seal up the gaps that let pests in, and we'll clear away any organic matter sitting against the outside of your home. That kind of buildup is exactly what draws mice and rats in close.
Roof rats
Roof rats are black and brown, with a white or darker underside. They have pointed muzzles, smooth fur, and long, scaly tails. These rodents are around 6 to 8 inches long and weigh around 5 to 12 ounces. They eat meat scraps and other high-protein foods, as well as nuts and fruits.
Outdoors, they live in trees and in areas with thick vegetation. Roof rats are great climbers and can quickly move inside the upper levels of buildings. In fact, they spend 90% of their lives 4 feet or more off the ground. They can even travel along vines, bricks, and power lines. When they find their way inside homes, they'll live behind walls, in attics, inside cabinets, and above ceilings, often around your patio, laundry room, garage, or pool.
Roof rats are carriers of illnesses. They can transmit diseases through bites and physical contact, and fleas feeding on the rodent may transmit diseases as well. Rats may contaminate food and food preparation surfaces, and some people experience allergies related to the dander, feces, and urine left behind. They're destructive too. They displace insulation, chew through walls, and gnaw on electrical wires. It's been estimated that almost 1 in 5 of all unexplained house fires are caused by electrical shorts after rats or mice chewed on them. Because these rats are shy, you may not see them until their population has increased significantly, so it's best to contact a professional right away for an inspection and evaluation.
Signs of a rat infestation
- Disturbed pets
- Gnawing sounds and gnaw marks around roof eaves
- Physical damage to plastics and coverings on electrical wires
- Rat fecal droppings
- Scarred or bitten citrus and other fruit
- Seeing rats on power lines, trees, bushes, patios, roofs, etc.
- Squeaking noises in the attic, ceiling, and walls
Inviting water sources for rats
- Air conditioner drip lines
- Birdbaths
- Decorative ponds
- Irrigation lines
- Leaky faucets
- Leaky sprinkler heads
- Leaky irrigation boxes
- Pet water dishes
- Saucers under potted plants
- Water fountains
What to do when there are rats or rodents in your home
If you spot a rat or mouse inside, these steps can help before our team arrives.
Remove any pets
Remove your pets from pest-infested rooms. Cats and dogs can chase or attack rodents, causing rats or mice to escape and hide further inside your home. Worse, your animal companion may catch illnesses carried by the pests.
Open exit doors
Don't forget to open the exit doors around your home. By opening these, you can provide pests a direct path to safely escape the establishment.
Set up a humane rodent trap
If the rodent refuses to leave the room, buy a humane rodent trap from the nearest hardware store. These trap animals in a releasable box. Once they are inside, you can let them go in an area far away from your property. If this still doesn't work, give Stampede Pest Control a call, and let our professionals handle your issue with the utmost efficiency and care.
Stampede's rats out guarantee
Rats are quick to sniff out the poisons people put out for them, which makes DIY removal frustrating. There's a bigger catch with poison, too. The rodent dies somewhere on the property, usually somewhere you can't reach, and a dead rat is hard to find and harder to remove. People end up cutting into walls and pulling out insulation to get at it. That's not a job we'd wish on you.
We can help you get the rats out and keep them away for good! Our team can do this without you having to deal with foul-smelling dead rats in your attic, yard, wall, and other areas of your property.
Frequently asked questions
Absolutely. If you ever see pests around your home even a week after treatment, call our office and we'll return to make it right at no additional cost. If you are not 100% satisfied, we will refund your money.
We're in every area within 2 business days. We can generally service your home the very next day or, at the latest, within 48 hours.
No. But bugs don't ever go away. It's like pulling your weeds once and not doing it again for a year. Nearly all of our customers get a routine monthly, bi-monthly, or quarterly service to keep pests from returning.
Yes. Everyone should have a termite inspection done once a year. At Stampede we do termite inspections for free, and we offer termite protection plans that stand behind your home. Ask about our service guarantee.
When you get pest control with Stampede, we do an initial service and then the first bi-monthly or quarterly the very next month. This eliminates the egg cycle. Products don't penetrate egg sacs and pupae, so we come back after they hatch to stop the cycle permanently.
Once the product dries, it's virtually harmless to pets. We just ask that you keep pets away from wet areas for about 15 to 20 minutes. We use products approved for use in daycare centers, hospitals, and restaurants. An organic service is also available.
The exact price depends on your home, the pest, and the severity. Call us for a free, instant quote over the phone with no surprises.
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From roaches and fire ants to termites, mosquitoes, and rodents, Stampede protects your home and business with treatments that are 100% guaranteed.
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