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Rodent Control Melbourne | Rats and Mice Gone, Gaps Sealed
Scratching in the roof? We do rodent control Melbourne wide, same day where we can: baiting, traps and entry points sealed. Call 0401 042 325 for a free quote.
- Licensed techniciansEvery job done by a licensed pest technician
- Written quote firstThe price in writing before any work starts
- Same day serviceCall before midday, treated the same day
- Kids and pets planClear safety steps before we treat
Rodent inspection from $129, treatment from $179, inc GST.
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Rodent control cost in Melbourne
Starting prices for a standard home. The final price depends on how many rodents are active, how many entry points need sealing and how easy the roof and subfloor are to reach. You get it in writing before any work starts.
- InspectionRats or mice identified, runways and entry points found and photographed.from$129inc GST
- TreatmentMost bookedLocked bait stations or traps placed, mapped and followed up.from$179inc GST
- Treatment and full proofingTreatment plus every entry point we find sealed, with warranty terms in writing.from$449inc GST
What is rodent control?
Rodent control is finding, removing and keeping out the rats and mice living in or around a building, using baits, traps and sealed entry points.
Our rodent control Melbourne service deals with all three rodents found in Melbourne homes: the roof rat, the Norway rat and the house mouse. We work out which one you have, treat the active population with locked bait stations or traps, and then seal the gaps they use so the next lot cannot follow them in. Baiting alone only buys time; sealing is what stops the noises coming back.
- Rodent inspectionFrom $129 inc GST, entry points photographed.
- Rodent treatmentFrom $179 inc GST, stations mapped and followed up.
- Treatment and proofingFrom $449 inc GST, gaps sealed.
- When7 days, often same day when you call before midday.
How to tell you have rats or mice
Rodents are shy and mostly active at night, so you usually notice what they leave behind before you see one. These are the signs our technicians look for on every rodent pest control visit.
Noises at night
Scratching, scurrying or gnawing in the ceiling, walls or under the floor, loudest after dark and before dawn.
Droppings
Mouse droppings are small, 3 to 6 mm, like grains of rice. Rat droppings are bigger, about 10 to 20 mm, dark and blunt.
Gnaw marks
Chewed food packets, cables, skirting boards and the corners of doors. Fresh gnawing looks pale and sharp.
Grease marks and runways
Dark smudges along walls, beams and pipes where rodents rub as they travel the same route every night.
Nests
Shredded paper, insulation and fabric balled up in roof corners, wall cavities, cupboards and behind appliances.
A musty smell
A stale, ammonia smell in a cupboard or roof space, and pets suddenly staring at or pawing at one wall.
The three rodents we treat in Melbourne
Each one lives and moves differently, so mice control and rat control are set up differently. Knowing which you have is the first step.
| Rodent | Size and look | Droppings | Where it lives | How we treat |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Roof rat | Slim, dark, tail longer than its body | 10 to 15 mm, pointed ends | Roof voids, trees, vines and the top of fences | Roof void stations, traps, roofline gaps sealed |
| Norway rat | Heavy, brown, blunt nose, shorter tail | 15 to 20 mm, blunt ends | Burrows, subfloors, sheds, drains and compost | Ground stations, burrow treatment, subfloor proofing |
| House mouse | Small, grey brown, big ears | 3 to 6 mm, like rice | Kitchens, wall cavities, cupboards and garages | Small stations and traps inside, gaps from 6 mm sealed |
How our rodent control works
Rodents travel the same routes every night, so a good rodent exterminator spends more time finding those routes than laying bait. We follow droppings, rub marks and gnawing back to where the rodents get in, then place treatment right on their path.
Mice need a different plan from rats. A mouse rarely travels more than a few metres from its nest, so pest control for mice puts small stations and traps close to where they feed, often behind kitchen kickboards and inside cupboards. Our mice pest control Melbourne visits treat those spots and seal gaps from 6 mm, which is why mouse control indoors looks so different from rat work in a roof void. If you need a mouse exterminator Melbourne wide, the same technician handles both.
Every station we use is locked and tamper resistant, fixed in place and recorded on a map, so you know where each one is. Inside living areas we often use traps instead of bait, so a rodent does not die inside a wall where you cannot reach it.
- Inspect. Roof void, subfloor, kitchen, garage and the outside of the house
- Treat. Locked bait stations or traps placed on the runways we find
- Seal. Entry points closed with steel mesh, mortar or metal flashing
- Follow up. Stations checked and topped up until activity stops
What to do until we arrive
Rodents carry bacteria and contaminate food, but a few simple steps keep the risk down until your technician gets there.
Call 0401 042 325- Put food, pet food and bird seed in sealed containers
- Wipe benches and do not leave dishes out overnight
- Keep children and pets away from droppings
- Do not sweep dry droppings: dampen them and wear gloves
- Note where you hear them and when
Roof, ground and the gaps between
Most rodent jobs in Melbourne come down to one of these three places. Rat and rodent control works when all three are checked.
The roof void
Roof rats climb trees, vines and downpipes to reach the roof. They nest in insulation and run along the top plates of the walls at night.
Ground level
Norway rats burrow under slabs, sheds and garden beds, and come in through drains, subfloor vents and gaps under doors.
The entry points
Gaps at roof tiles, weep holes, pipes and cable entries let rodents in. Sealing them is what stops the problem coming back.
Rodents in walls and ceilings: why they need care
Rodents in walls are the hardest to deal with yourself. You can hear them but cannot see them, and a rodent that eats bait inside a cavity can die where nobody can reach it, leaving a smell that lasts for weeks.
We work out where the rodents enter the wall, usually from the roof void or subfloor, and treat them there rather than inside the cavity. Traps go along the runway, bait stations stay outside the living space, and once activity stops the entry is sealed. If a smell does turn up, we can find and remove the source.
- Treatment placed at the entry, not inside the cavity
- Traps used where a dead rodent would be hard to reach
- Wall and ceiling entries sealed once activity stops
Rodent control services near me, done properly
Searching for rodent control near me or a rat and mouse exterminator? This is what you get when you call us.
Licensed technicians
Every job done by a licensed pest technician who explains the treatment before starting.
Safer for kids and pets
Locked, tamper resistant stations fixed in place, and traps where bait is not suitable.
Emergency rodent control
Call before midday and we can often be there the same day, 7 days a week.
Price in writing
You know the price before we start. Proofing is quoted once we have seen every gap.
Homes and businesses
Houses, units, cafes, shops and warehouses, with station maps and service records.
All of Melbourne
Inner suburbs to the outer growth areas, from the bay to the hills.
Rodent control questions, answered
What Melbourne home owners ask before booking rodent control.
How much does rodent control cost in Melbourne?
Rodent control in Melbourne starts from $129 inc GST for an inspection, from $179 for treatment with bait stations or traps, and from $449 for treatment plus full proofing of the entry points. You get the price in writing before work starts.
Do I have rats or mice?
Look at the droppings. Mouse droppings are 3 to 6 mm, like rice. Rat droppings are 10 to 20 mm. Heavy thumping in the roof usually means rats; light, fast scurrying in a kitchen wall is usually mice.
How long does it take to get rid of rodents?
Most homes see activity drop within one to two weeks of treatment. Heavy infestations take longer, and we keep checking the stations until it stops.
Is rodent bait safe around children and pets?
We use locked, tamper resistant stations fixed in place, out of reach, and traps in living areas. Tell us about pets and young children so we can place everything safely.
Will rodents die in my walls and smell?
It can happen with any baiting. We reduce the risk by treating at the entry points and using traps where a rodent could die out of reach. If a smell does appear, we can find and remove it.
Why do rodents come inside in autumn and winter?
As Melbourne cools down, rats and mice look for warm, dry shelter and steady food. Roof voids, wall cavities and kitchens give them all three.
Do you seal entry points?
Yes. Proofing is the part that stops rodents coming back. We seal gaps at the roofline, pipes, vents and doors with steel mesh, mortar or metal flashing.
Do you offer same day rodent control?
Yes, where we can. Call before midday and a technician can often come the same day anywhere in Melbourne, 7 days a week.
Rodent control in four steps
Most rodent jobs are booked in one call and started the same or next day.
Tell us what you hear
Use the form or call. Where are the noises or droppings, and how long has it been going on?
Inspection
We find the rodents, their runways and every entry point, and give you the price in writing.
Treatment
Locked stations or traps go on the runways. Entry points are sealed if you choose proofing.
Follow up
We check the stations and confirm activity has stopped before we finish.
Rodent control across Melbourne
Rats and mice turn up in every suburb, worst in autumn and winter. Tap your suburb to start a rodent control quote.
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Inspection from $129, treatment from $179. Licensed technicians and a written price before we start.