When autumn arrives in the Hunter Valley, rats and mice start looking for warm, dry places to nest — and your roof void, walls and subfloor are perfect candidates. The scratching in the ceiling at night is more than a nuisance; rodents chew wiring (a leading cause of house fires), contaminate food and spread disease.
The key to autumn rodent control is proofing before they get in. Seal gaps around roofing, eaves and pipework. Trim tree branches away from the roof. Secure rubbish and food sources. Clear roof voids of nesting material.
If you're already hearing activity, professional rodent control involves a thorough inspection of the roof void, kitchen, garage, subfloor and external perimeter to identify activity and entry points, followed by strategic baiting and monitoring.
Don't wait until rodents are established — by then the damage may already be done. A proactive approach in autumn saves costly repairs and sleepless nights in winter.