No matter where you are, the most common rodents you’ll find are mice and rats. These critters have always followed humans around in their search for food, so wherever people are, you’ll find them too. North and South Carolina is no exception. At Gregory Pest Solutions, we’re ready to help you with rodent control wherever you are in the Carolinas.
Once inside, rodents are tough to spot and even harder to remove without professional help. Mice and rats can contaminate food and generally make your home or business feel unclean. They can also spread disease, as they usually carry fleas or ticks that can infect humans; they can transfer disease through bites, too, though this is less common.
At Gregory Pest, we design our residential rodent control solutions to find and stop rodent activity at the source. Whether you hear scratching in the walls or find droppings in the pantry, our team is ready with the experience, tools, and treatment options to help protect your home.
Signs of a Rodent Infestation
A rodent infestation may not be immediately apparent. Most rodents are active at night, so you might not see them directly. Even if you don’t see them in person, there are a few signs you might find around your home that indicate a rodent problem. Below are a few things to look out for.
- Chewed wires, walls, clothing, furniture, etc. Mice and rats have to chew to maintain their constantly growing teeth. They also like to take pieces of soft material to build their nests.
- Food caches. If you’ve ever moved a piece of furniture and found a strange pile of your pet’s kibble underneath, it was probably the work of a rodent. They like to store food in places that aren’t likely to be disturbed.
- Grease trails. You may also notice grease trails along walls or entry points around pipes, vents, or foundations. Rodents usually create nests in quiet, undisturbed areas using shredded materials like insulation, paper, or cloth.
- Droppings. This is an easy one. If you find small, slightly cone-shaped droppings hidden around your property, it’s a strong indication that there are rodents around.
- Scratching noises in walls. If you listen carefully at night, you might just hear your unwelcome guests scratching around.
What Can I Do to Prevent Rodents?
Even before calling a rodent exterminator, there are a few simple things you can do to make your home or business less appealing.
- Pick up trash. Leaving food in the open invites rodents to move in.
- Keep food sealed in airtight containers. Pet food is an easy target if left in its original box or bag. Consider a bin with a locking lid to discourage rodents.
- Fix plumbing leaks. Leaky pipes are an easy water source for rodents and other pests.
- Sealing gaps around the home. Rodents can squeeze through holes as small as a quarter. Inspect for cracks around the foundation, utility openings, and vents. Fix broken screens and install weather stripping on doors.
- Outdoor areas matter, too. Trim vegetation near the house, remove debris piles, and make sure gutters and crawl space vents are covered. Preventing access points and reducing nearby hiding places lowers the chances of a rodent finding its way indoors.
Of course, there’s only so much you can do to keep pests out of your home without professional assistance. That’s why, if you’re dealing with rodents around your home it’s always best to call a pro for residential pest control.
Rodent Control Services
Professional rodent control services provide the expertise to remove the infestation and blockfuture problems. At Gregory Pest Control, we offer proven solutions tailored to your home’s layout, location, and risk level.
Rodent Removal
Effective rodent removal begins with a full inspection. Our technicians identify the rodent type, track the activity’s source, and locate nesting or feeding areas. We use targeted traps and other treatment methods to remove the active population without disrupting your household.
We do not rely on one-size-fits-all approaches. Our process considers your home’s unique conditions, whether it’s a crawl space issue, attic nesting, or access through garage or basement areas.
Experienced technicians at Gregory Pest can recommend and implement trap-based solutions, exclusion strategies, and sanitation plans that limit attractants while handling the issue with care and attention to detail.
Preventative Measures
Once the infestation has been removed, long-term success depends on prevention. We seal access points, advise on storage and cleanliness habits, and install monitoring systems when needed. Our work continues beyond treatment; our technicians educate homeowners on how to discourage rodent return with proper food storage, moisture control, and regular maintenance.
Types of Rodent Pests
Different rodents bring different risks, behaviors, and treatment needs. Understanding what kind of rodent is in your home is key to building the right pest control plan.
Vole Pest Control
Voles are small, burrowing rodents that damage lawns and gardens. You may not see them in person, but they create runways across the lawn and chew on plant roots, causing visible turf damage. Vole populations grow quickly, especially in areas with dense vegetation or mulch.
Our vole pest control services address tunneling behavior and nesting zones to protect your yard from recurring damage.
Mice Pest Control
Mice are among the most common household rodents. Small and curious, they easily slip through gaps and nest in walls, basements, or behind appliances. Their presence often leads to contamination of food and surfaces, and damage to insulation or wiring.
If you’re wondering how professional pest control works for mice infestations, our team begins with an inspection. Depending on your circumstances, they will set up strategic traps and follow up with exclusion and sanitation measures to prevent repeat invaders.
Opossum Pest Control
Though technically not a rodent, opossums are often included in rodent pest control plans due to their habits. They seek shelter in crawl spaces, attics, and under porches. Known to rummage through trash and spread mess, they can carry parasites and cause odor problems.
Opossum control includes humane trapping, exclusion, and cleanup recommendations to discourage future visits.
Rat Pest Control
Rats are larger and more destructive than mice. They gnaw on wood, plastic, and even concrete. Roof rats and Norway rats are the most common types in homes. Their droppings, grease trails, and odor make them easier to detect but harder to control without expert help.
Our rat pest control service focuses on quick removal and full property protection. If you’re dealing with rats, we know how urgent the situation feels. Our response is fast, efficient, and informed by years of experience.
Squirrel Pest Control
Squirrels are most often found nesting in attics or wall voids. They gain access through roofline gaps or chimneys, frequently bringing nesting materials and leaving droppings. Their chewing can damage wood and wiring, and their presence usually means more than one animal is inside.
Our team handles squirrel pest control, emphasizing humane removal and sealing access points that are otherwise hard to reach.
Call a Rodent Pest Control Expert
Rodents don’t leave on their own. They stick around as long as they find food, warmth, and shelter. The longer you wait to treat an infestation, the harder it gets to remove and the more damage it causes. DIY options may provide temporary relief, but they rarely fix the whole issue.
Whether you need immediate help or a long-term residential rodent control plan, Gregory Pest Solutions offers full-service solutions based on experience and proven results. From first inspection to post-treatment prevention, we shape our process to fit your home and your comfort.
We proudly offer residential rodent control services as part of our local coverage across North and South Carolina.
Frequently Asked Questions
Common signs include rodent droppings, gnaw marks, scratching noises at night, and greasy trails along baseboards. You may also notice food packaging damage or strange odors in enclosed areas.
Start by identifying entry points, sealing gaps, and removing food sources. Then, use traps or call a professional to inspect and treat the issue with the most effective method for your home.
Non-poison methods include sealing entry points, improving sanitation, and using snap traps, glue traps, or electronic traps. These work best when placed strategically and monitored by a technician.
A rodent exterminator will inspect for entry points and nesting areas, set traps in key locations, recommend sanitation improvements, and follow up with sealing gaps or adding deterrents to prevent future activity.