Signs You May Have Rats or Mice
Rodents are good at staying hidden, so you may notice the signs of an infestation before you ever see a rat or mouse.
Scratching or Scurrying Sounds
Noises in walls, ceilings, attics, or under floors, especially at night.
Rodent Droppings
Small dark droppings found in cabinets, garages, attics, storage areas, or along walls.
Gnaw & Chew Damage
Chewed food packaging, wood, plastic, insulation, or other materials.
Grease & Rub Marks
Dark marks along walls, baseboards, pipes, or other areas rodents regularly travel.
Nesting Materials
Shredded paper, insulation, fabric, cardboard, or other soft materials gathered for nesting.
Unusual Pet Behavior
Dogs or cats repeatedly staring, scratching, or becoming interested in walls, cabinets, or appliances.
Our Rat & Mouse Control Process
Effective rodent control starts with finding out where rats or mice are living, how they’re getting in, and what’s attracting them. We take a thorough approach to getting the problem under control.
Inspection
We inspect the property for rodent activity, droppings, nesting areas, damage, travel routes, and other signs of rats or mice.
Find Entry Points
We look for gaps, openings, and other areas rodents may be using to enter your home or business.
Targeted Rodent Control
Based on what we find, we develop a control plan appropriate for the property and the level of rodent activity.
Prevention Recommendations
We identify conditions that may be attracting rodents and recommend practical steps to help reduce the chance of future problems.
Why You Shouldn’t Ignore a Rodent Problem
A rat or mouse problem rarely gets better on its own. Rodents can reproduce quickly, damage property, contaminate food and surfaces, and make their way into walls, attics, garages, and other hidden areas.
Property Damage
Rats and mice can gnaw on wiring, insulation, wood, and stored belongings.
Contamination
Rodents can contaminate food and surfaces with droppings, urine, and nesting material.
Hidden Activity
Rodents often live and travel inside walls, attics, garages, and other areas where they may go unnoticed.
Problems Can Grow Quickly
A small amount of rodent activity can develop into a much larger infestation if it isn’t addressed.
Seeing signs of rats or mice? Don’t wait for the problem to get worse.
Rats vs. Mice: What Do I Have?
Not sure whether you have rats or mice? You don’t need to identify the problem yourself. Our inspection can determine what’s causing the activity, but there are some common differences you may notice.
Signs of Rats
- Larger droppings
- Heavier scratching or movement sounds
- Larger gnaw marks and damage
- Activity in attics, garages, crawl spaces, and along exterior areas
- Larger openings or entry points
Signs of Mice
- Small droppings, often found in cabinets, drawers, or along walls
- Light scratching or scurrying sounds
- Chewed food packaging and nesting materials
- Activity in kitchens, pantries, garages, and storage areas
- Ability to enter through very small openings
Still Not Sure? That’s What We’re Here For.
You don’t have to figure out what’s living in your home before calling us. We’ll inspect the property, identify the rodent activity, and recommend the appropriate solution.
Local Rat & Mouse Control
SoCal Gopher and Pest Control provides professional rat and mouse control for homes and businesses throughout our local service area. Whether you’re hearing scratching in the attic, finding droppings in the garage, or seeing other signs of rodent activity, our team can inspect the property and help determine the right solution.
Areas We Serve
Thousand Oaks
Westlake Village
Calabasas
Agoura Hills
Oak Park
West Hills
Malibu
Ventura
Camarillo
Not sure if we service your area? Give us a call.
Don’t Let Rats or Mice Take Over Your Property
If you’re hearing noises, finding droppings, or seeing other signs of rodent activity, we can help. Contact SoCal Gopher and Pest Control to schedule an inspection and find out what’s causing the problem.
Professional Rat & Mouse Control • Residential & Commercial • Local Service
Request Rat & Mouse Service
Tell us what you’re seeing or hearing and we’ll contact you to discuss your rodent problem and schedule service.
Prefer to talk? Call us at 805-657-3868.