Rat Removal Services

Notice any droppings, scratches, or gnaw marks? Bad news: you probably have a rat infestation. But it’s not just the “ick factor” you need to worry about. Rats are a serious health hazard, carrying diseases that can put you and your loved ones at risk. And the longer you let them stay, the bolder they’ll get, the more damage they’ll do. That’s where Lakewood Exterminating comes in, Cleveland’s top pest control company. As professional rat exterminators, we’ll find every entry point, seal every crack, and keep them from coming back.

Take the first step towards a rat-free home—schedule your free inspection today!

The Need for Rat Removal: Why Infestations Can’t Be Ignored

If you’re dealing with an out-of-control rat population, you might be tempted to brush it off as just an annoyance or something that can be dealt with quickly on your own with some poison or rat traps. After all, they’re just little critters, right? Well, not quite. Rats can actually pose some pretty serious risks.

First, let’s talk about the health side of things. Rats carry diseases like leptospirosis, hantavirus, and salmonellosis. The worst part? You don’t even have to come into direct contact with a rat to get sick. These illnesses can spread through rat urine, rat droppings, or even breathing in air contaminated by rat waste. The longer those rats stick around, the more waste builds up and the higher the chances of someone in your home getting ill.

But it’s not just about health—rats can also do a number on your house itself. They chew constantly to keep their teeth from overgrowing. And they’ll gnaw on just about everything in your home. Electrical wires, structural beams, insulation, you name it.

So, the longer you let a rat infestation go on, the more damage they can do and the higher the health risks climb. The other thing to remember is that rodent populations can quickly get out of control. While you might only have to deal with one or two rats at first, they breed and grow quickly, meaning that if you let it go on, you could end up dealing with an expensive and dangerous situation.

That’s why tackling the problem as soon as you think you might have rats is important. The sooner you act, the easier it is to eliminate them and enjoy your rodent-free home.

At Lakewood Exterminating, we know that no two rat infestations are alike. What works for your neighbor might not be the best solution for you. That’s why we don’t believe in a one-size-fits-all approach. Instead, we tailor our rat control services to your unique situation. It all starts with a thorough inspection of your home, from top to bottom, inside and out. How are the rats getting in? Where are they nesting? What’s attracting them to your place? Once we’ve figured that out, we’ll put together a custom treatment plan that targets the root of your rat problem.

Indoor Rat Removal: Safe & Effective Trapping Methods

When it comes to getting rid of rats inside your home, we believe in using trapping methods over poisons. While rodenticides may seem like an easy solution, they can actually create more problems than they solve. If a rat ingests poison and then dies in a hard-to-reach place (like inside your walls) it can lead to unpleasant odors and even more potential health risks. That’s why our team uses strategic trapping techniques to eliminate indoor rat populations quickly and humanely. We place snap traps in areas where rats are most likely to travel, use expanded trigger traps for a quick and humane kill, and take the time to pre-bait the traps so rats become accustomed to them before they’re set.

Targeting the Source with Outdoor Rat & Pest Control

Did you know that outdoor rat populations are often the source of indoor infestations? That’s why our rat removal service starts a comprehensive inspection of your property’s exterior. We pay close attention to areas prone to rat activity, such as porches, decks, and crawl spaces. From there, we take a multifaceted approach, which includes:

• Exterior bait stations to reduce population numbers
• Burrow baits to target rats where they live.

We’ll also help you identify and address common outdoor attractants, like bird feeders or areas with fallen tree nuts, to make your property less inviting to rats.

Sewer Line Inspections to Find the Entry Points

If you have broken sewer lines or missing drain strainers, rats can easily make their way inside, often going undetected until the infestation has taken hold. As part of our comprehensive rat removal service, we inspect your sewer lines for any such vulnerabilities.

Exclusion & Rat-Proofing to Preventing Future Rat Invasions

Getting rid of the rats currently in your home is a big step, but it’s only half the battle. To truly solve your rat problem for the long term, we need to make sure they can’t find their way back inside. That’s where our exclusion and rat-proofing services come in.

This process can involve a variety of tactics, depending on your situation:

• Repairing broken sewer lines under basement slabs
• Installing and repairing basement drain strainers
• Sealing where downspouts enter the ground
• Addressing gaps in foundation blocks, especially under porches, which tends to attract rats

In some more complex cases, we may need to get creative to fully rat-proof your home. This could involve creating special access points to seal hard-to-reach areas in your foundation walls. No matter what it takes, our goal is always the same—to create a barrier that keeps rats out, giving you lasting peace of mind.

We know you have choices when it comes to rat control services. So why pick Lakewood Exterminating? It’s simple: it’s not just about what we do. It’s about how we do it. From our initial inspection to our final follow-up, we’ll keep you informed, answer your questions, and address your concerns every step of the way.