Rat Control in Houston, TX
Professional Rat Removal and Exclusion for Houston Properties
Where Rats Hide in and Around Houston Homes
Why Rapid Rat Control Prevents Major Damage (and Health Risks)
If mice are the “sneaky intruders” of Houston, rats are their bigger, bolder, much more destructive cousins. These guys don’t tiptoe into your home — they march right in like they own the place. All they need is a gap the size of a quarter to get in. And with Houston’s bayous, warm climate, booming construction, and older neighborhoods, rats are a year-round problem for homeowners.
Common Rats You'll Find in Houston
Roof Rat
Houston’s #1 most common rat. Agile, athletic, and annoyingly clever.
Identification & Location
They LOVE heights. Found in attics, rooflines, rafters, and palm trees.
The Problem
Tear apart attic insulation
Chew electrical wiring (fire danger)
Contaminate storage areas with urine/droppings
Expert climbers
Breed rapidly
Spread dangerous diseases
Fun (or horrifying) stat
Roof rats are the most common rat inside Houston homes — especially those near trees, older structures, and easy roof access.
Norway Rat
Bigger, heavier, stronger — and downright destructive.
Identification & Location
Prefer ground-level: crawl spaces, burrows, garages, and sewers.
The Problem
Can be aggressive when cornered
Excavate burrows that undermine foundations
Chew through wood, plastic, drywall — even metal
Spread severe diseases
Fun (or horrifying) stat
Large enough that homeowners often mistake them for squirrels.
What Professional Rat Treatment Includes
DIY traps only catch a few. A real solution must include elimination, sanitation, exclusion, and long-term prevention.
Full Inspection
Identifying species, nest sites, and every single entry point.
Trapping & Removal
Strategic placement of professional-grade traps for rapid elimination.
Rodent Exclusion
Sealing holes with steel wool, flashing, and cement (Critical Step).
Sanitization
Removing contamination and pheromones to prevent future attraction.
Why Treating Rats Quickly is Critical
Throwing cheese on a trap isn't enough. Rats are smart, and they learn to avoid danger.
Rapid Population Growth
A small rat problem becomes a full infestation in weeks.
One female can create 80+ offspring per year.
No cold winter in Houston = nonstop breeding.
Property & Safety Damage
Rats chew electrical wiring → fire hazard.
Destroy insulation, ducts, and stored belongings.
Gnaw through wood, plastic, pipes — even metal.
DIY Failure
Poisons cause rats to die inside walls → horrendous odor.
Traps only catch a few; entry points stay open.
Home-grade traps often fail on large Norway rats.
More rats simply replace the ones removed.
Waiting even a few weeks can turn a minor issue into a full infestation.
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