Roof rats are the climbers of the rat world, and they are the main reason people in Hamilton hear running and scratching overhead at night. They reach the roof along fences, power lines, palms and overhanging branches, then squeeze in under roof sheets, through gaps at the eaves or around pipes and vents. Once inside, they nest in the insulation, often above a warm kitchen or bedroom.
We book a nearby independent crew with upfront pricing, and the roof space is where they start. The crew we book looks for droppings, nesting material, gnawed timber and greasy runways across the ceiling joists, and checks cables for chew marks. Large Queenslanders can have big, hot roof spaces with low clearance near the edges, and the crew comes prepared. A roof rat visit usually covers:
- A full inspection of the roof space and eaves
- Lockable bait stations or traps on the rats' runways
- Checking wiring and pipes for chew damage
- Finding entry points at the ridge, eaves and roof penetrations
- Checking the subfloor and garden for a second nest
- Advice on cutting back palms, vines and branches near the roof
Palms and fig trees are common around Hamilton, and both give roof rats food and a ladder onto the roof. Cutting branches back at least a metre from the gutters and removing dead palm fronds takes away those easy routes. Once the rats in the roof have been dealt with, sealing the gaps they used helps keep the next ones out. The crew can price that work for you.
Call 07 3543 7767 to book roof rat control. We will give you the price and a time with a local crew, same-day or next-day where the run allows.
