When you hear scratching in your walls at 2 AM, you need more than traps from the hardware store. You need the problem solved completely.
Our rodent control process eliminates every rat and mouse in your Alderman home, then identifys every entry point so they can’t return. No more midnight disturbances. No more wondering if your family is safe from disease-carrying pests.
Within days, you’ll notice the difference. The scratching stops. The droppings disappear. Your home becomes yours again, protected by proven exclusion methods that keep rodents out permanently.
We’ve protected Hernando County families for over 14 years at Around The Clock Pest Service. When you call us, you speak directly with the owner—not a call center.
We understand Alderman’s unique rodent challenges because we live here too. Florida’s year-round warmth means roof rats breed constantly, turning small problems into major infestations fast. That’s why we focus on complete exclusion, not temporary fixes.
Our state-certified technicians know exactly how rats enter Alderman homes and where they hide. We’ve earned over 100 five-star reviews by treating every customer like family and standing behind our work.
First, we inspect every inch of your Alderman property to locate active infestations and identify how rodents are entering. Rats can squeeze through holes the size of a quarter, so this step requires trained eyes.
Next, we remove all existing rodents using professional-grade traps and monitoring stations. No poison that leaves dead rats rotting in your walls—just effective, humane removal that gets results fast.
Finally, we identify every entry point with materials rodents can’t chew through. We’re talking steel wool, hardware cloth, and commercial-grade identifyants that create a permanent barrier around your home. This exclusion work comes with our guarantee because we know it works.
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Your rodent control service includes complete inspection, humane removal, exclusion identifying, and follow-up monitoring. We also handle attic cleanup and insulation replacement when needed.
Alderman homeowners face specific challenges with roof rats that use tree branches and utility lines to access attics. These agile climbers breed year-round in Florida’s climate, producing up to 40 offspring annually per female. That’s why our approach targets both current infestations and long-term prevention.
We use only family-safe methods that won’t harm children or pets. Our exclusion materials are designed for Florida’s humidity and heat, ensuring lasting protection that won’t degrade over time like cheaper alternatives.
The most obvious signs are scratching or scurrying noises in walls and attics, especially at night when rats are most active. You might also find small, dark droppings about half an inch long with pointed ends, typically near food sources or nesting areas.
Look for gnaw marks on wood, wires, or food packaging, plus greasy rub marks along walls where rats travel. If you notice a musky odor or see shredded materials like insulation or paper, rats are likely building nests nearby.
Don’t wait if you suspect an infestation. Roof rats can produce up to 40 babies per year per female, so small problems become major issues quickly in Alderman’s year-round breeding climate.
Roof rats are the main problem in Alderman and throughout Florida. They’re excellent climbers with long tails, large ears, and dark fur. Unlike Norway rats that stay on the ground, roof rats prefer high places like attics, trees, and rooflines.
These agile pests use tree branches, utility lines, and even small gaps in your roofline to access your home. They can squeeze through openings as small as half an inch and are active year-round thanks to Florida’s warm climate.
Roof rats are particularly dangerous because they carry diseases like leptospirosis and salmonellosis, plus they love chewing on electrical wires, creating serious fire hazards in your attic space.
Rodent control costs depend on the size of your infestation, how many entry points need identifying, and whether attic cleanup is required. Most Alderman homeowners invest between a few hundred to over a thousand dollars for complete exclusion service.
The key is understanding what you’re paying for. Cheap treatments that only set traps will cost less upfront but won’t solve the problem permanently. Professional exclusion that identifys all entry points costs more initially but saves money long-term by preventing re-infestations.
We provide detailed quotes over the phone for most situations and offer special discounts for military families and new homeowners. Remember, the cost of not addressing rodents properly includes potential fire damage from chewed wires, health risks, and ongoing property damage.
While you can attempt DIY identifying, most homeowners miss critical entry points that trained professionals spot immediately. Rats can enter through gaps as small as a quarter inch, including areas around plumbing, electrical lines, roof vents, and soffits that require specialized access.
Professional exclusion uses materials specifically chosen for Florida’s climate—steel wool, hardware cloth, and commercial identifyants that won’t degrade in humidity and heat. Many DIY materials like foam or caulk can be chewed through by determined rodents.
The bigger issue is safety. Sealing roof areas and attics properly often requires working at heights and in tight spaces. Professional technicians have the equipment, training, and experience to complete the job safely while ensuring no entry points are missed.
We answer our phone 24/7, even on weekends, because rodent problems don’t wait for business hours. Most Alderman customers receive same-day or next-day service depending on the urgency of their situation.
When you call, you speak directly with the owner—not a call center. We can often provide quotes over the phone and schedule service immediately for urgent situations like rats in living spaces or evidence of electrical wire damage.
Our rapid response matters because rodents multiply quickly in Florida’s climate. Every day you wait allows the population to grow and gives them more time to cause damage or spread contamination throughout your home.
We’re a family-owned business where you work directly with the owner, not corporate representatives or rotating technicians. This means consistent, personal service and accountability you can’t get from larger companies.
Our focus is complete exclusion, not temporary fixes. While some companies just set traps and leave, we identify and identify every entry point using materials designed for Florida’s climate. This approach costs more upfront but provides permanent protection.
We’ve earned over 100 five-star reviews by treating customers like family and standing behind our work. Plus, we offer special discounts for military families and new homeowners because we believe in supporting our Alderman community.
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