You’ll sleep better knowing those scratching sounds in your walls are gone for good. No more finding droppings in your pantry or worrying about chewed wires starting a fire.
Our rodent control doesn’t just remove the current problem—it prevents future infestations. You get comprehensive exclusion work that identifys entry points, eliminating the pathways rats and mice use to invade your space.
Within days of our service, you’ll notice the difference. No more scurrying sounds at night, no more contaminated food storage areas, and no more health concerns from rodent-borne bacteria.
Around The Clock Pest Service has been protecting Port Richey families from rodent infestations with direct owner involvement in every job. You’re not dealing with a large corporation—you’re working directly with the business owner who takes personal responsibility for your results.
Our state-certified team understands Port Richey’s unique challenges. From the Gulf Coast humidity that attracts pests to the seasonal weather patterns that drive rodents indoors, we know exactly how to protect your home year-round.
Over 100 five-star Google reviews from your neighbors prove we deliver what we promise. We answer our phones 24/7, provide most quotes over the phone, and respond to weekend calls because rodent problems don’t wait for business hours.
First, we conduct a thorough property inspection to identify every entry point and nesting area. Rodents can squeeze through openings smaller than a quarter, so we check areas most people miss—around pipes, vents, roof lines, and foundation gaps.
Next, we implement targeted removal strategies using humane trapping methods and professional-grade exclusion materials. We don’t just set a few traps and hope for the best. Our approach addresses the entire infestation systematically.
Finally, we identify all entry points with materials rodents can’t chew through. This exclusion work is what separates professional service from DIY attempts. You get permanent protection, not temporary fixes that fail when the next family of rats discovers your property.
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Your rodent control service includes comprehensive inspection, humane removal, complete exclusion work, and ongoing monitoring. We handle everything from roof rats in your attic to mice in your kitchen walls.
Port Richey’s coastal climate creates perfect conditions for year-round rodent activity. Our local expertise means we know where Norway rats nest during Florida’s wet season and how roof rats use your home’s exterior to access attic spaces. We’ve seen every type of infestation this area produces.
You also receive detailed recommendations for preventing future problems, including landscape modifications and maintenance tips specific to Port Richey properties. Our goal isn’t just solving today’s problem—it’s ensuring you never deal with this again.
Rats typically access Port Richey attics through roof lines, soffit gaps, and areas where utility lines enter your home. Roof rats are excellent climbers and can use tree branches, power lines, or even your home’s exterior walls to reach entry points you’d never suspect.
In Port Richey’s humid climate, small gaps in your roof structure expand and contract with temperature changes, creating openings that weren’t there when your home was built. We’ve found rats entering through gaps as small as half an inch around air conditioning lines, plumbing vents, and where different roofing materials meet.
The key is professional inspection that identifies these hidden access points. Most homeowners only see the obvious holes, but rats are using pathways you can’t spot from ground level.
The most common signs include scratching or scurrying sounds in walls or ceilings, especially at night when rodents are most active. You’ll also find small, dark droppings along baseboards, in pantries, or near food storage areas.
Look for chew marks on food packaging, wires, or wooden structures. Rodents constantly gnaw to keep their teeth sharp, so you might notice damage to plastic containers, cardboard boxes, or even drywall corners. Grease marks along walls where rodents travel repeatedly are another telltale sign.
In Port Richey homes, we often find evidence in attics first—droppings, nesting materials made from insulation, or damage to stored items. If you smell musty odors or notice your pets acting strangely around certain areas, that’s often your first warning of rodent activity.
Professional rodent control costs vary based on your home’s size, the extent of the infestation, and how much exclusion work is needed. Most Port Richey homeowners invest between a few hundred to over a thousand dollars for comprehensive service, but every situation is different.
The real question isn’t the upfront cost—it’s the value you get. Professional service includes inspection, removal, exclusion, and follow-up monitoring. When you compare that to the ongoing costs of DIY methods that don’t work, plus potential property damage from continued infestations, professional service actually saves money.
We provide most quotes over the phone once we understand your situation. This transparency means no surprises and no high-pressure sales tactics when we arrive at your property.
Roof rats in Florida require specialized approaches because they’re excellent climbers and prefer elevated nesting areas. Unlike ground-dwelling Norway rats, roof rats access your home through tree branches, power lines, and upper-level entry points most homeowners never consider.
Effective roof rat control starts with trimming tree branches away from your roof line and identifying every possible access point above ground level. Professional-grade exclusion materials must be installed at precise locations—standard hardware store products won’t withstand Florida’s weather or determined roof rats.
The biggest mistake homeowners make is focusing only on ground-level solutions. Roof rats live in your attic, walls, and ceiling spaces, so treatment must address their elevated travel patterns and nesting preferences. This requires professional equipment and expertise that DIY approaches simply can’t match.
Humane rodent trapping is highly effective when implemented as part of a comprehensive control strategy. The key is using professional-grade traps in strategic locations based on rodent behavior patterns, not just placing a few traps and hoping for results.
Professional humane trapping involves understanding how different rodent species move through your property, where they feed, and how they access nesting areas. We use multiple trap types and placement strategies that target the entire population, not just individual animals.
The most important part isn’t the trapping method—it’s the exclusion work that prevents new rodents from replacing the ones you’ve removed. Without proper identifying of entry points, humane trapping becomes an endless cycle of catching and releasing while new rodents continue moving in.
Rodents cause both immediate and long-term damage that gets worse the longer an infestation continues. They chew through electrical wires, which can cause power outages or create fire hazards. In Port Richey’s older homes, we’ve seen extensive wire damage in attics and wall spaces that required expensive electrical repairs.
Structural damage includes chewed drywall, damaged insulation, and contamination of stored items. Rodents use insulation for nesting material, reducing your home’s energy efficiency and requiring costly replacement. They also damage HVAC ducts, which affects air quality and system performance.
Health-related damage includes food contamination and surfaces contaminated with urine and droppings. Rodent waste carries bacteria that can cause serious respiratory issues and infections. The cleanup and sanitization process often costs more than the initial pest control service, which is why prevention is so important.
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