Does Pest Control Get Rid of Rats and Mice?
- Sean
- Nov 14
- 3 min read
Hey, neighbor! It’s Sean from LOCAL Bug Guy!
Rodents like rats and mice can be more than just annoying pests. They can bring disease into your home and cause extensive property damage if they’re left unchecked.
So you’re probably wondering, do pest control companies get rid of rats and mice? The answer goes a little farther than just a simple yes or no. Let me break it down for you.
And if you’re in the market for reliable, friendly pest control, reach out to LOCAL Bug Guy for a free quote! We’ve served hundreds of happy customers across Utah and California for years. We’ll help you kiss your rats and mice goodbye.
Do pest control companies handle rodents like mice and rats?
The simple answer to this is yes. But the better answer to this is it depends on your service agreement.
Every legit pest control company will treat your home under a set contract or service agreement. This agreement lays out exactly what services they’ll provide for you in exchange for the money you’re paying them. It’ll explain which pests they’re treating your home for, how often they come to visit, yadda yadda yadda.
If your pest control company doesn’t state that they’re treating for mice and rats in your basic service agreement, you might be paying more for that out of pocket. It’s not that they won’t do it, it’s just that it’s considered an add-on. Make sure you get clear answers from a pest control company on this before you sign anything.
For example, we at LOCAL Bug Guy typically treat for the most common pests in California and Utah. That includes ants, spiders, wasps, and earwigs. We can treat your home for mice and rats, but that costs extra because it’s not part of our basic service agreement. It’s an add-on.
So, to summarize, yes! Most pest control companies can handle rodents like mice and rats! But make sure you clearly understand whether it’s part of your standard service or an add-on that will cost more money.
How pest control companies get rid of mice and rats
First, a pest control company will inspect your home to find what type of rodents you’re dealing with, how bad your infestation is, and figure out where the rats and/or mice are coming from. Then they’ll make a plan for treatment.
Treatment usually involves methods like traps, bait stations, or exclusion. The first two are easy to understand. Exclusion, however, just means blocking off spots where rodents are entering your home. This could mean fixing holes or cracks in walls with material like metal or wire.
If you’d like to do it yourself, you can get rodent bait and traps at your local hardware store. If you do, make sure you follow the instructions exactly as they’re explained on the packaging! These manufacturers put these instructions so you can get the best results and keep yourself safe.
Need a helping hand?
If you’d just as soon let a professional handle your rodent problem, let LOCAL Bug Guy do the work. We’ve served Utah and California for years, and our customers love our service approach with fast, friendly, reliable pest control.
We’ll treat your home for rodents with a low, affordable rate based on your situation. Contact us today!
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