You shouldn’t have to listen to scratching in your attic or worry about roof rats chewing through your electrical wires. When we finish your rodent control service, you’ll sleep soundly knowing your Timber Pines home is identifyed tight against future invasions.
No more discovering droppings in your garage or kitchen. No more concern about the health risks these pests bring to your family. Just the confidence that comes from working with pest control professionals who understand exactly what Florida roof rats do and how to stop them permanently.
Your home becomes the peaceful sanctuary it should be, protected by proven exclusion methods that keep rodents out for good.
We’ve been protecting Timber Pines families from rodent problems for years at Around The Clock Pest Service. As a family-run business, you work directly with the owner, not some corporate call center.
We know Timber Pines residents value reliability and straight answers. That’s why we answer our phone 24/7, provide most quotes over the phone, and respond to every call within 24 hours. When roof rats invade your attic, you don’t want to wait days for help.
Our state-certified technicians understand the unique challenges facing Timber Pines homeowners, from the mature landscaping that attracts roof rats to the specific construction styles in your neighborhood that create common entry points.
First, we inspect your entire property to identify exactly how roof rats are getting in and where they’re nesting. Most Timber Pines homes have multiple entry points around the roofline, vents, and utility connections that homeowners never notice.
Next, we set up a strategic trapping program using humane, effective methods. We place traps in the exact locations where rats travel, not just random spots. This targeted approach gets faster results with fewer return visits.
Finally, we identify every potential entry point with professional-grade materials that roof rats can’t chew through. We’re talking about quarter-inch gaps and smaller, because that’s all these persistent climbers need to get back inside your home.
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Your rodent control service includes thorough attic inspection, professional-grade trapping, and complete exclusion work. We don’t just catch the rats you can hear, we prevent the ones you haven’t met yet.
In Timber Pines, roof rats typically enter through damaged soffit vents, gaps around air conditioning lines, and spaces where tree branches touch your roofline. We address every vulnerable spot with materials designed specifically for Florida’s persistent roof rat population.
You also get our damage assessment service. We’ll identify any insulation contamination, chewed wiring, or structural damage that needs attention. Many Timber Pines homeowners discover problems they didn’t know existed, allowing them to address issues before they become expensive repairs.
The most common sign is hearing scratching or running sounds in your attic, especially at night when roof rats are most active. You might also find small, dark droppings about half an inch long with pointed ends in your attic, garage, or along walls.
Look for grease marks along walls or rafters where rats repeatedly travel the same paths. Check for gnaw marks on wood, wires, or stored items. If you have fruit trees in your Timber Pines yard, missing fruit or partially eaten citrus on the ground often indicates roof rat activity.
Don’t ignore these signs. Roof rats reproduce quickly, and what starts as one or two animals can become a serious infestation within weeks.
Timber Pines’ mature landscaping provides perfect habitat for roof rats. Citrus trees, palm trees, and dense vegetation give them food and shelter. They’re excellent climbers who use tree branches, utility lines, and fence tops to access your roof.
Your home offers everything they need: warm, dry attic space for nesting, and easy access to food sources. Pet food left outside, bird feeders, and even small gaps around air conditioning units create entry opportunities. Many Timber Pines homes built in the 1970s and 1980s have aging construction materials that develop the small gaps roof rats exploit.
Florida’s year-round warm weather means roof rats never face the population controls that cold winters provide in other states. They remain active and reproductive throughout the year.
Professional rodent control in Timber Pines typically ranges from $300 to $600 for complete service, depending on the size of your home and extent of the problem. This includes inspection, trapping, exclusion work, and follow-up visits to ensure the problem is resolved.
Exclusion work, which involves identifying entry points with professional materials, usually adds $150 to $300 but is essential for permanent results. Some companies offer cheaper services that only address the current rats without preventing future invasions, leading to recurring problems.
We provide most quotes over the phone and offer special discounts for new homeowners and military families. The investment in professional service typically costs less than the electrical or insulation damage that roof rats cause when left untreated.
Absolutely. Roof rats cause significant damage through their constant gnawing behavior, which they need to keep their teeth trimmed. They commonly chew through electrical wiring, creating fire hazards that many homeowners don’t discover until it’s too late.
They contaminate attic insulation with urine and droppings, requiring expensive replacement. Roof rats also gnaw through air conditioning ducts, reducing energy efficiency and allowing conditioned air to escape into your attic space. Many Timber Pines homeowners face hundreds or thousands of dollars in repairs after roof rat infestations.
Beyond property damage, roof rats carry diseases including leptospirosis and rat-bite fever that pose health risks to your family. Their droppings become airborne when disturbed, potentially causing respiratory issues, especially concerning for Timber Pines’ older residents.
Roof rats are excellent climbers with long tails and large ears, preferring to live in high places like attics and trees. Unlike Norway rats that burrow and stay closer to ground level, roof rats access your home from above, using tree branches and rooflines as highways.
They’re smaller and more agile than Norway rats but cause more problems for Timber Pines homeowners because they’re better at finding and exploiting small entry points around your roof. Their droppings are pointed at both ends, unlike the blunt-ended droppings of Norway rats.
House mice are much smaller and leave tiny droppings, but roof rats are the most common rodent problem in Timber Pines due to the area’s mature trees and warm climate. Professional identification ensures you get the right treatment approach for permanent results.
We provide same-day service for rodent emergencies in Timber Pines and respond to every call within 24 hours. As a family-owned business, you work directly with the owner who answers calls personally, even on weekends and evenings.
Most quotes can be provided over the phone, and we often schedule service for the same day you call. We understand that hearing rats in your attic is stressful, especially for Timber Pines residents who value their peace and quiet.
Our 24/7 availability means you don’t have to wait until business hours to get help. When roof rats invade your home, fast response prevents the problem from getting worse and reduces the potential for damage to your property.
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