Noise in the ceiling after dark is the most common reason people call us in Sunnybank. Rats and mice love roof voids. They are warm, dry, quiet and full of insulation that makes good nesting material. Rodents reach them by climbing trees, fences, downpipes and power lines, then slipping in through gaps at the eaves, under the ridge capping or around roof vents.
The crew we book goes up into the roof void to find the nests, the main runs and the entry points. Droppings, greasy marks along beams, flattened or shredded insulation and chewed cables all show where the activity is heaviest. The crew also checks the outside of the roof line from the ground for gaps and overhanging branches. If your roof has little headroom, the crew works in from the manhole and uses long-reach tools where they can.
- Lockable bait stations placed along roof beams and runs
- Snap traps where bait is not wanted
- A check of the eaves, vents, gutters and ridge line
- A note of any chewed wiring for an electrician to look at
- Advice on trimming branches clear of the roof
Most homes hear a clear drop in noise within one to two weeks. A quiet night or two does not always mean the job is done, so leave stations and traps in place until the crew says otherwise. Cutting back trees that touch the roof takes away the easiest route up, and closing the gaps stops new rodents moving in. Rats that lose their nest in one roof often try the house next door, so it can help to mention it to neighbours.
Please make sure the crew can reach the manhole when they arrive. Roof void visits across Sunnybank are same-day or next-day where the run allows. Call 07 3543 7767 for an upfront price.
