Rats are one of the most common calls we take from New Farm. Most are roof rats, which climb fences, trees and power lines and squeeze under roof sheets or through gaps at the eaves. Norway rats are heavier and tend to stay low, burrowing under slabs, sheds and compost bins. Both breed quickly in warm weather, so a couple of rats in the ceiling can turn into a real problem within a few months.
When you call, we ask what you have heard or seen and where, then give you upfront pricing and book a nearby independent crew. The crew we book starts with an inspection so the treatment matches what is going on at your place, rather than scattering bait around and hoping it works. A typical visit includes these steps.
- Checking the roof space, wall cavities, subfloor and yard for droppings, gnaw marks and grease rubs
- Finding the gaps and holes rats use to get inside
- Setting lockable bait stations or snap traps along their runways
- Placing stations out of reach of children and pets
- Pointing out gaps to seal and pruning jobs that would cut off access
Most homes in New Farm see rat activity drop over one to two weeks as the bait is taken. If the problem is large, the crew may suggest a return visit to check and refill the stations, and that visit is priced before it is booked. Sealing the entry points is what stops new rats moving in, so it is worth doing once the current ones are dealt with.
Call 07 3543 7768 to book rat removal. We will take the details, give you the price and lock in a time with a local crew, same-day or next-day where the run allows.
