Rat Control in Virginia Beach, Newport News, and Norfolk, VA

Are you hearing sounds in the attic? Maybe gnawing noises or noticing a strange smell? You might have rats or mice inside your home. If you do, don’t worry, Summit Pest Control has rat control experts on our team that will help get your home back to the state it was prior to your rat infestation in Virginia Beach, VA.

Signs of Rat in the Attic, Walls, and Home

Some signs of rat activity are more obvious than others, of course, you will know that you have a rat problem if you see the rats in your home. Rats will also chew and gnaw on material in your home like wood and you will be able to tell to see the marks. Another sign of rats is hearing scratching and scurrying noises. In addition to seeing their gnaw marks, rats create nests, rat holes and leave behind droppings, rub marks and footprints.

If you see any signs of rats in your home it is important to contact a professional pest control company like Summit Pest Control. We offer free estimates for rat pest control services in Newport News, Norfolk and Virginia Beach, VA.

Are Rats Dangerous? 丨Rat Pest Control in Virginia Beach

Rats can transmit harmful diseases and spread bacteria that can make you and members of your household sick. Some common diseases spread by rats are:

Leptospirosis
Salmonella
Rat-Bite Fever
Hantavirus
Typhus
The Plague

So, it is important to never choose to live with a rat infestation in your home, however prevalent they are in your neighborhood. Contact us today to find out exact how we can keep your home free of rats.

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Rat Damage in the Attic | Attic Insulation Replacement

If rats get into your attic space, they could cause a large amount of damage. They will tear away at the insulation to make their nests. They will also urinate and defecate in the insulation and ruin it. One of the biggest risks associated with rats in the attic are the fact that they gnaw on things. Rats and mice have been known to chew on wires which is a fire hazard. Rats will gnaw through support beams and chew holes into your roof which could allow other animals into the attic space and into your home.

Contact Summit Pest Control in Virginia Beach to have an inspection of your attic for rats, rat damage and to get an estimate for pest control services such as rat control, rat removal, and rat prevention in Hampton Roads, VA.

Preventative Rat Control in Newport News & Hampton Roads

If you are in the Hampton Roads area and need preventative rat control, contact Summit Pest Control. Preventative pest control is the easiest form of pest control because there is not an active infestation you need to get rid of. Rats and rodents reproduce quickly and a few rats can turn into a large, unmanageable population. In addition to having professional preventative rat control services, it is crucial to maintain your property in order to prevent an infestation in the future.

Rat Prevention Tips | Summit Pest Control

Get professional rodent seal out done
Remove food and water sources (properly store food and pet food)
Keep your home and yard clean and free of debris that might attract rats
Have a company install a rat wall to keep rats from entering your property
Hire a pest control company to conduct quarterly rat control treatments

How Much Does Rat Pest Control Cost in Virginia Beach?

Pest control services for rats vary based on what services are needed for your home. At Summit Pest Control, we start every new customer with a thorough inspection of their property to find out exactly what issues they have in regards to pests or nuisance wildlife. After our detailed pest inspection, you’ll know exactly what is going and what our expert pest team can do to fix it now and for the future.

In addition to pest control services for rats, we can also offer small rodent and rat seal out options that may help prevent rats, mice, and other critters from entering your home through open voids.

Contact us for a Free Rat Control Estimate in VA Beach, Norfolk, and Hampton Roads

If you have rats in your attic or kitchen or other parts of your home, contact Summit Pest Control to schedule a free estimate for pest control services. One of our skilled pest control technicians will complete a thorough inspection of your property and determine the best treatment for your unique situation.

Contact Summit Pest Control at 757-901-4455 to schedule a free estimate.