You’ll sleep better knowing rats and mice can’t chew through your wiring or leave droppings where your family lives. No more scratching sounds in the walls at night. No more wondering if that smell means something died in your attic.
Professional rodent exclusion means identifying every possible entry point so new rodents can’t get in. We don’t just trap what’s already there—we make sure your home stays protected long-term.
When rodents are gone for good, you get your peace of mind back. Your property value stays intact. Your family stays safe from the diseases and damage these pests bring with them.
We bring decades of pest control experience to Hill ‘n Dale families who need rodent problems solved right the first time. As a family-owned business, you work directly with the owner—not a rotating cast of technicians who don’t know your property.
We’re state-certified and fully licensed, with over 100 five-star Google reviews from neighbors who’ve trusted us to protect their homes. Hill ‘n Dale’s warm, humid climate makes it perfect for Florida roof rats and house mice, but we know exactly how these pests behave and where they’re getting in.
You’ll get honest answers, transparent pricing, and most quotes over the phone. We’re available 24/7 because rodent problems don’t wait for business hours.
First, we inspect your entire property to find every entry point rodents are using. Roof rats in Hill ‘n Dale often get in through gaps in soffits, damaged vents, or spaces around utility lines. House mice can squeeze through openings the size of a dime.
Next, we trap and remove any rodents already inside using professional-grade equipment placed in high-activity areas. No poison—that just creates dead rats in your walls and terrible odors for weeks.
Then comes the most important part: complete exclusion. We identify every potential entry point with steel mesh, caulk, and professional-grade materials. This isn’t temporary patching—it’s permanent protection that keeps new rodents from ever getting back in.
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Your rodent control service includes thorough inspection of attics, crawl spaces, and exterior entry points. We identify exactly what type of rodents you’re dealing with—roof rats, Norway rats, or house mice—because each requires different strategies.
Professional trapping removes existing rodents safely without using dangerous poisons that harm pets and children. We place traps strategically in areas of high activity, checking them regularly until the population is eliminated.
Hill ‘n Dale homes often need specialized attention around roof lines where Florida’s abundant tree cover gives roof rats easy access. We trim back overhanging branches, identify gaps in soffits, and install mesh covers over vents. Cleanup and sanitization remove droppings, urine odors, and contamination that attracts new rodents to the same areas.
Roof rats are excellent climbers that use tree branches, utility lines, and even fence tops to reach your roofline. Once there, they squeeze through surprisingly small openings—gaps around vents, damaged soffits, or spaces where different building materials meet.
Hill ‘n Dale’s mature trees and humid climate create perfect conditions for roof rats. They’re looking for warm, dry nesting spots and your attic provides exactly that. Even a gap the size of a quarter is big enough for an adult rat to get through.
The key is identifying every possible entry point during a professional inspection. DIY attempts often miss the less obvious spots that rats discover later.
You’ll typically hear scratching or scurrying sounds in walls or attics, especially at night when rodents are most active. Droppings are another clear sign—they look like small, dark grains of rice and you’ll find them near food sources or along walls where rodents travel.
Gnaw marks on food packaging, furniture, or even electrical wires indicate rodent activity. You might also notice greasy rub marks along walls where rats repeatedly use the same pathways. Strange odors, especially in enclosed spaces, can indicate nesting areas or deceased rodents.
If your pets are acting unusually alert or focused on specific areas, they may be detecting rodents before you notice other signs. The sooner you address these warning signs, the easier the problem is to solve.
Professional rodent exclusion typically costs less than the damage rodents cause when left unchecked. Rats and mice chew through electrical wiring, creating fire hazards that can destroy your entire home. They contaminate insulation, damage stored items, and create health risks through their droppings.
DIY approaches rarely work long-term because homeowners miss entry points or use materials that rodents can chew through. Professional exclusion uses commercial-grade steel mesh, industrial identifyants, and techniques that create permanent barriers.
When you factor in the cost of repeated DIY attempts, property damage, and potential health issues, professional rodent proofing actually saves money while giving you peace of mind that the problem is solved permanently.
We’re available 24/7 for rodent emergencies because we understand these problems can’t wait. Most of our quotes are provided over the phone, so you’ll know what to expect before we arrive.
For urgent situations—like hearing rodents in your walls or finding extensive damage—we typically respond the same day or within 24 hours. Non-emergency appointments are usually scheduled within 48 hours of your call.
As a family-owned business, you’ll work directly with the owner who answers calls personally, even on weekends. This means faster response times and more personalized service than you’ll get from large pest control chains.
We never use rodenticides or poisons inside homes because they create more problems than they solve. Poisoned rodents die in inaccessible areas like inside walls, creating terrible odors that last for weeks. There’s also the risk of secondary poisoning if pets or children come into contact with affected rodents.
Instead, we use professional-grade traps and exclusion methods that are completely safe for families. Our traps are placed in areas where children and pets can’t access them, and we check them regularly to ensure quick, humane removal.
All our exclusion materials—steel mesh, identifyants, and barriers—are non-toxic and designed to last for years without posing any health risks to your family or pets.
Rodent damage repair goes beyond just removing the animals—we restore your property to its original condition. This includes replacing chewed insulation, repairing gnawed electrical wiring, and fixing damaged drywall or structural materials.
We also handle complete cleanup and sanitization to remove droppings, urine odors, and contamination that can attract new rodents. This involves specialized cleaning agents and techniques that eliminate both visible damage and lingering scent markers.
Our repair service is designed to work seamlessly with our exclusion process, so you get a completely restored, permanently protected home. We coordinate all aspects of the job so you don’t have to manage multiple contractors or worry about whether the repairs will hold up long-term.
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