You shouldn’t have to listen to scratching sounds in your walls or worry about what guests might think. When we’re done, your home goes back to being your sanctuary – not a rodent highway.
No more cringing at squeaky sounds from the attic. No more wondering if that smell means something died in your walls. No more questioning whether you’re clean enough when rats show up anyway.
Your family deserves a home where you can sleep soundly, knowing your property is protected from the diseases and damage these pests bring with them.
Around The Clock Pest Service isn’t some corporate call center. When you call, you’re talking directly to the owner – someone who actually shows up to your property and takes responsibility for the results.
We’ve built our reputation in Hernando County one satisfied customer at a time. Over 100 five-star Google reviews don’t happen by accident – they happen because we do what we say we’ll do, when we say we’ll do it.
BBB accredited with full state certifications, we’re the local family business that treats your home like it’s our own. And unlike the big chains, we answer our phone 24/7, even on weekends.
First, we inspect your entire property – not just the obvious spots. We’re looking for entry points, nesting areas, and signs of activity you might have missed. Most people only see the tip of the iceberg.
Next comes targeted removal using the right traps and techniques for your specific situation. No poison that leaves dead animals rotting in your walls. No guesswork about whether we got them all.
Finally, we identify every entry point we find. Rodents can squeeze through holes the size of a quarter, so we’re thorough. This exclusion work comes with a one-year warranty – if they get back in through our identifyed areas, we return at no charge.
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Your rodent control service covers inspection, removal, exclusion, and cleanup – everything needed to solve the problem completely. We don’t do half-measures or band-aid fixes.
In Quail Ridge’s warm climate, roof rats are particularly problematic because they’re excellent climbers that love attics and high spaces. They can produce up to 40 offspring per year, which is why waiting makes everything more expensive and complicated.
We also handle the cleanup and decontamination that most companies skip. Rodent droppings and urine create health hazards that don’t disappear when the animals do. Our comprehensive approach means you get a truly pest-free environment, not just fewer rats.
The most obvious signs are scratching or scurrying sounds in walls or ceilings, especially at night when rodents are most active. You might also find droppings that look like small, dark pellets – fresh ones are black and shiny, while old droppings turn gray and crumble.
Look for gnaw marks on food packages, furniture, or even electrical wires. Rodents chew constantly to keep their teeth short, so they’ll damage almost anything. You might also notice greasy rub marks along walls where they travel, or small holes near your foundation or roofline.
Don’t wait if you suspect a problem. Rodents reproduce incredibly quickly – a single female rat can produce up to 40 offspring per year. What starts as a small issue becomes a major infestation fast.
Roof rats are the most common rodent problem in Quail Ridge because they’re excellent climbers and prefer high spaces like attics. They’re typically 13-18 inches long including their tail, which is actually longer than their body. Unlike Norway rats that burrow, roof rats nest in trees, dense vegetation, or inside your attic.
These rats are particularly problematic because they can squeeze through openings as small as half an inch and use tree branches or utility lines to reach your roof. They’re most active one hour after sunset and before dawn, which is why you hear them at night.
Roof rats also prefer fruits and nuts, so properties with citrus trees or bird feeders are especially attractive to them. They’re known for hollowing out fruit right on the tree, which is often the first sign homeowners notice.
Professional rodent control typically ranges from $300 to $500 for comprehensive service, depending on the severity of your infestation and the size of your property. This includes inspection, removal, exclusion work, and cleanup – not just setting a few traps.
The cost varies based on how extensive the problem is and what’s needed to solve it completely. A small mouse problem caught early costs less than a full-scale roof rat infestation that’s been building for months. Properties requiring extensive exclusion work or cleanup will be toward the higher end.
Most importantly, professional service includes warranty coverage and follow-up visits. DIY approaches might seem cheaper upfront, but they rarely solve the problem completely, meaning you end up spending more money over time while the infestation gets worse.
We prioritize safe, targeted methods that protect your family and pets while effectively eliminating rodents. Unlike some companies that rely heavily on poison baits, we focus on trapping and exclusion techniques that don’t create secondary poisoning risks.
When we do use bait stations, they’re tamper-resistant and placed in areas where children and pets can’t access them. We never use loose poison or place bait in areas where your family spends time. Our goal is to solve your rodent problem without creating new safety concerns.
We’re fully licensed by the Florida Department of Agriculture and follow all state regulations for safe pest control practices. Before any treatment, we’ll explain exactly what methods we’re using and answer any safety questions you have.
Most rodent problems are resolved within 1-2 weeks, but the timeline depends on the size of the infestation and how long it’s been established. Small, recent infestations often clear up quickly, while larger problems that have been building for months take more time.
The key is using the right approach from the start. We begin with thorough inspection and immediate exclusion work to prevent new rodents from entering, then systematically remove the existing population. This prevents the problem from getting worse while we work.
Our one-year warranty on exclusion work means you’re protected long-term. Most customers see dramatic improvement within the first week, with complete elimination shortly after. We schedule follow-up visits to ensure the problem stays solved.
Our exclusion work comes with a one-year warranty – if rodents get back in through areas we’ve identifyed, we return at no additional charge to fix the problem. This warranty covers the entry points we’ve identified and secured, giving you real peace of mind.
However, rodents are persistent and may find new entry points we didn’t initially identify, especially in older homes with multiple potential access areas. That’s why we offer ongoing maintenance plans that include regular inspections and preventive treatments.
Most customers find that our initial comprehensive service solves their problem permanently. But for properties in high-pressure areas or with ongoing attractants like fruit trees, a maintenance plan ensures long-term protection and catches any new issues before they become major problems.
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