Rat Control Melbourne|Rats Out of the Roof and Yard
Rats in the roof, yard or sub floor? We find where they live, treat them with locked stations and seal the way in, across Melbourne. Call 0422 383 777.
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- Licensed, experienced team
- 12 month guarantee
- Open 7 days, 7am to 9pm
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Rat pest control that deals with the cause
A rat running along the fence at dusk, scratching in the ceiling, a hole under the shed: by the time you see one rat, there are usually more.
Melbourne has two problem rats. The black rat, or roof rat, is a slim climber that travels along fences, vines and power lines and nests in roof spaces, which is why rats in roof calls are so common. The brown rat is heavier, digs burrows under paths, sheds and decking, and lives at ground level.
Good rat control starts by working out which one you have, because they live and are treated in different places. Rodents in roof spaces are dealt with in the roof and along their climbing routes; brown rats at their burrows and runways in the yard and sub floor.
Our rat removal service places locked, tamper resistant stations and traps where the rats travel, closes burrows and gaps, and tells you what around the yard is feeding them. Whether you were looking for a rat exterminator Melbourne families trust or a rat catcher, that is the full job.
- Roof space and sub floor inspected
- Electrical cables checked for gnawing
- Climbing routes and burrows dealt with
Signs you need rat removal
These signs point to rats rather than mice, possums or birds.
Scurrying at night
Quick running and gnawing in the ceiling, through the night.
Large droppings
Capsule shaped droppings about 1 to 2 cm long on insulation or along walls.
Burrows in the garden
Holes about 6 to 9 cm wide under paths, sheds, slabs and compost bins.
Chewed fruit and hoses
Half eaten citrus, gnawed irrigation lines, bins and timber.
Gaps at the roofline
Lifted tiles, bent flashing, open eaves or broken vent covers.
Rats on fences and lines
Rats running along fence tops or overhead cables at dusk.
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Rat and mice control across Melbourne
Every service starts with an inspection and ends with the gaps sealed.
Rodent Control
Rats and mice treated and the gaps sealed.
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Mice Control
Mice in the kitchen, pantry or walls treated.
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Mouse Exterminator
Fast mouse removal with locked stations and traps.
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Rodent Control Near Me
Local technicians across every Melbourne suburb.
See the serviceHow our rat control works
Five steps, so the rats you have are dealt with and the next ones have nowhere to live.
Call us and a technician will explain what the job needs and roughly what it costs.
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Survey
Roof, sub floor and yard checked for nests, burrows and runways.
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Place stations
Locked stations and traps set along the routes rats use.
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Seal
Roofline gaps, vents and pipe entries closed with rodent proof materials.
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Cut climbing routes
Advice on branches, vines and cables that lead onto the roof.
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Follow up
Activity checked and stations adjusted where needed.
Rodent control, done properly
Four things every customer gets, on every job.
Licensed, experienced team
Trained rodent technicians who do this work every day across Melbourne.
Safe for families and pets
Bait only goes in locked, tamper resistant stations, placed out of reach.
12 month guarantee
Our rodent treatments are backed by a 12 month guarantee.
Local to Melbourne
Technicians across the city and suburbs, open 7am to 9pm, 7 days.
Rodent control prices
One clear starting price for treatment, and a free quote for everything else.
Rodent treatment
- Full inspection of the property
- Locked, tamper resistant bait stations
- Activity points treated
- Advice on food and access
- 12 month guarantee
Free quote jobs
Larger jobs are priced after an inspection. You always get a clear written quote before any work starts.
- Rodent proofingEntry points sealed with steel mesh, mortar and metalFree quote
- Two storey and large homesPriced after we see the propertyFree quote
- Cafes, shops and warehousesStation plan and follow up visitsFree quote
- Ongoing rodent programsRegular checks for rentals and businessesFree quote
All prices include GST. Treatment price is for a standard single storey home.
Backed by our 12 month guarantee
Rodent treatments come with our 12 month guarantee. If rats or mice come back in that time, call us and we come back to deal with it.
Why rats in the roof should not be left
Rats gnaw constantly, and the plastic coating on electrical cables in the roof is an easy target. Exposed wiring in a dry roof space full of nesting material is a real fire risk, so we check the cables we can see.
Urine and droppings soak into insulation, which then smells and draws more rats. The longer a colony stays, the bigger the clean up and sealing job.
If you hear rats in roof spaces tonight, keep the manhole closed, store food in sealed containers and avoid putting loose bait in the roof, because a rat that dies inside a wall can be hard to reach.
Yard checklist
- Pick up fallen fruit
- Feed pets indoors at night
- Store chicken feed in a metal bin
- Lift woodpiles off the ground
- Trim vines back from the roof
Rat Control Melbourne questions
How much does rat control cost in Melbourne?
Rat treatment starts from $180 including GST for a standard home. Sealing and larger jobs are a free quote, with a clear written quote before work starts.
Is a rat catcher the same as a rat exterminator?
People use both words for the same service. What matters is that the rats are treated where they live and the gaps they use are sealed.
How do I know if it is rats or a possum in my roof?
Rats are light and fast and scurry through the night. Possums are heavy and thump, mostly at dusk and dawn. Rat droppings are much smaller.
How long does rat removal take?
Activity usually drops within one to two weeks. Larger colonies take longer, which is why a follow up check is part of the job.
Can rats in the roof chew wiring?
Yes. We check the cables we can see and tell you if an electrician should look at anything.
Do you offer pest control for rats in the yard?
Yes. Pest control rats work covers burrows, sheds, compost, chicken runs and sub floors as well as the roof.
Is it safe for my dog?
Yes. Bait only goes in locked, tamper resistant stations, fixed in place and out of reach of pets.
Is there a guarantee on rat pest control?
Yes, our rodent treatments are backed by a 12 month guarantee.
Rats or mice? Let us sort it out.
Open 7am to 9pm, 7 days across Melbourne. Book an inspection or call now.