Traps and bait deal with the rodents already inside. Rodent exclusion is about keeping the next ones out. For homes in Sunnybank that have had rats or mice more than once, closing the gaps is often what finally breaks the cycle. It is also the part of the job that keeps paying off long after the traps are gone.
The crew we book walks around the whole house looking for openings. Rats can get through a gap about the width of a thumb, and mice through one about the width of a pencil. Common entry points include gaps under the ridge capping and along the eaves, broken or loose vents, holes where pipes, cables and air conditioning lines pass through walls, weep holes in brickwork, and gaps under garage and side doors. On raised homes, the crew also checks where the floor meets the walls.
- Steel mesh over vents, eave gaps and larger openings
- Mortar or sealant around pipe and cable holes
- Weep hole covers that still let air through
- Brush or rubber strips under doors
- Advice on branches, vines and fences that give rats access
Rodents can chew through foam, plastic and soft sealants, so the crew uses tougher materials in the spots that matter. Exclusion usually comes after the rodents inside have been dealt with, so none are shut in. Some homes need only a handful of gaps closed, while older homes can need more. The crew explains what they suggest and prices it before starting. A gap closed today can open again if a tree grows against the roof or a seal wears out, so an occasional look around helps.
Exclusion visits in Sunnybank are same-day or next-day where the run allows. Call 07 3543 7767 for an upfront price and a time that suits you.
