Our technicians are experts in rodent control of mice and rats. We perform a thorough rodent inspection of your property to determine potential indoor/outdoor harborages and suggest rodent control procedures and preventative measures.
Trap and Remove Existing Rats
Seal all possible entry points and protect the entire perimeter of your home with bait and traps to prevent re-entry
Attic restoration, decontamination deodorization
The local mice and rat exterminators at Pinnacle Pest Control use an experience-driven process and proprietary techniques to remove, prevent, and restore your home and commercial property from any rodent infestation.
Our trained rat control professional will examine the interior and exterior of the property to identify signs of rodent activity, entry points, and potential nesting sites. This assessment helps determine the extent of the infestation and the most appropriate removal methods.
Once the presence of rodents is confirmed, our rodent control specialist will identify the specific type of rodent infesting the property. This information is important for tailoring the removal strategy.
Depending on the type of rodents and the infestation's severity, our rodent control professionals will choose the appropriate trapping equipment. Common types of traps include:
After fully removing mice and rats from your building, our rodent specialists continue to assess the situation to ensure the trapping process is effective. They may adjust trap placement or bait type based on the results.
Rodent Exclusion: While trapping works to remove existing rodents, exclusion measures may be implemented simultaneously to prevent new rodents from entering. Entry points are sealed off, and preventive measures are taken to secure the property.
Odor & Sanitation: Proper sanitation practices are followed to remove food sources and nesting materials that could attract rodents back to the area. Contaminated areas are cleaned and disinfected.
Follow-Up Trapping: After the initial trapping process, follow-up visits and inspections may be scheduled to confirm that the infestation has been successfully eradicated. This ongoing monitoring helps ensure the long-term effectiveness of the removal.
The most common signs of rodents in a home, such as rats or mice, include:
Finding rodent droppings in and around your living spaces is a clear indicator of an infestation. The size and shape of the droppings can help identify whether you're dealing with rats or mice.
Evidence of gnawing on objects like wires, wood, plastic, and insulation can signify rodent activity. Rodents need to gnaw to maintain their teeth, so they leave distinctive bite marks.
Check for holes or gaps in your home's structure, including walls, floors, and the foundation. Rodents can enter through small openings, so even minor gaps need attention.
Rodents can cause structural damage by chewing on electrical wires, insulation, and wooden structures. They can also damage belongings stored in attics or basements.
Rodents carry disease, contaminate food, and destroy property. Avoid subjecting your household or your business to the risk of rodent infestations with the integrated pest management services of Pinnacle Pest Control.
It has never been easier to ensure you never have to deal with any kind of rodent in your home again, when you call Pinnacle Pest Control. Our pest control professionals can make your home invaders a thing of the past. Book your appointment today.
Rats are elusive pests. Rodents are primarily nocturnal and often hidden from sight during the day as they rest in their nests. As agile climbers, they frequently inhabit elevated areas such as attics or above drop ceilings. Spotting a roof rat during daylight hours may indicate a much larger, hidden infestation.
Under favorable conditions, a group of rats (appropriately known as a mischief) can reproduce at an alarming rate. A single breeding pair can give birth up to six times per year, with each litter producing up to 10 pups. In just two years, that can lead to a population of over a thousand rats from just one male and one female.
As commensal animals, rats thrive alongside humans. Throughout history, they've traveled the globe with us, hitching rides on ships and settling anywhere people live. They feed on our food waste and can transmit serious diseases, including the infamous Black Death, which spread via fleas that lived on rats. Rats are also a threat to property. Their teeth never stop growing, so they gnaw constantly to keep them trimmed, a behavior that puts electrical wiring, insulation, and structural components at risk.
For property owners, a potential infestation endangers not only your home or building, but also the health and safety of everyone inside. Once rats establish themselves, their numbers can become overwhelming, and common DIY solutions like snap traps or bait stations are often insufficient to control the problem.
If you suspect that your home or business is crawling with rats, contact Pinnacle Pest Control. Our expert pest control company has protected residential and commercial properties in Sacramento, East Bay, and neighboring areas in California from these potentially damaging and disease-borne pests. Let us handle your rat or mouse problem and allow you, your household, or your employees and customers to feel safe on your property.
Rodents are generally a public health risk to both homes and businesses because of two things they can do: carry disease and cause property damage. At Pinnacle Pest Control, we ensure your property is safe and free of rodents and any other pests to protect you from the potential risks that come with a rodent infestation.
Rodents are one of the major carriers for certain diseases; in fact, the U.S. Centers for Disease Control (CDC) reports that they're carriers of at least 35 serious diseases, including leptospirosis, salmonellosis, typhoid fever, and others. These diseases are spread by organisms and bacteria transported from rodent bites, rodent waste, or consuming food and water contaminated by rats.
And on top of the health risks that can affect the people on your property, there's also the risk of significant property damage. Rodents can harm your possessions, supplies, and even the structure of the building itself. Rodents have strong teeth and have a habit of burrowing to build their nest.
Rodents can chew through insulation, wiring, and ductwork, leading to serious problems with your home's electrical and ventilation systems. The resulting damage can be costly to repair. To make matters worse, the issues are likely to return unless the root cause is addressed by eliminating the infestation. In the most severe cases, rodents gnawing on electrical wires can spark fires. In fact, it's estimated that rodents are responsible for up to 25% of all electrical fires attributed to "unknown causes."
It has never been easier to ensure you never have to deal with any kind of pest in your home again, when you call Pinnacle Pest Control. Our pest control professionals can make your home invaders a thing of the past. Book your appointment today.
At Pinnacle Pest Control, we service both residential and commercial properties in Sacramento, CA, and its surrounding areas. Both types of properties are at risk of rat infestations, and there may come a point when DIY methods are no longer the best long-term solutions.
With our integrated pest management and pest control services, we guarantee that you won't see another rat scurrying on your property for at least two years. Clients that opt for our integrated pest management services receive more than just our rodent removal services, as we also inspect for vulnerable spots that make your property prone to another rat infestation and recommend rodent prevention practices and safeguards to prevent more rodents from establishing their mischief. Our clients can also opt for a one-time extermination service or an alternate monthly treatment. Whichever you choose, you can expect nothing less than reliable and effective rodent control from Pinnacle Pest Control.
No matter what kind of pest problem you're dealing with, you can count on Pinnacle Pest Control to provide top-notch pest extermination services. With decades of experience under our name, we have already helped hundreds of residents and business owners in Sacramento eliminate pests in their property and keep them away for good.
Our team of rodent control specialists is licensed, bonded, insured, and qualified. Our clients are in capable hands when we inspect and treat your property. Before providing you with a quote, we schedule a fast and accurate inspection and give you an honest and efficient estimate of what we recommend to deal with your rodent problem.
Unlike some DIY rodent control products (like rat poison), we strive to use eco-friendly solutions whenever possible to get the job done. We use less hazardous rodent control methods to keep your property rodent-free and prevent pests from developing a resistance to common pest control methods. At Pinnacle Pest Control, we're always looking for the latest eco-friendly ways to effectively eliminate pests on your property.
We've been operating since 1998, and our service has kept residential and commercial properties in Sacramento, CA pest-free. Since then, we have continuously strived for excellent customer service and results that satisfy our clients' needs. We're confident in our pest management professional services and have a warranty for all our services. We guarantee your structure will be free of rodents, if not we'll be back at no charge.
Appearance: 12 - 18” long / Black or Brown
Behavior: Rats are omnivorous and will feed on almost anything available to them including tree bark, meat and grain. While known for being eating machines, they're equally known as hoarders, as they often stash seeds and nuts.
Only adding to intense infestation, roof rats are prodigious breeders. At only two and five months, they can start having four to six litters per year, each litter consisting of six to eight baby rats, with a life expectancy of a year.
Environment: These nocturnal rats are commonly found in both urban and rural areas, and can easily adapt to a wide range of environments. Tending to prefer living in dry upper levels of buildings, these accomplished climbers are commonly found in wall cavities and false ceilings. While in their densely populated nests, infectious diseases may be carried in their blood and can actively fester and spread.
Read More: Rat Control & Identification Guide
Appearance: 3”- 4” long minus the tail. Gray Colored
Behavior: By nature mice are herbivores; they prefer to feed on cereal grains, but will eat almost any type of food and food scraps. They require very little water, and are known to store extra food in burrows and other hiding places.
Usually associated with rodents are the diseases they carry. In the case of House Mice, the major health risks surrounding them include salmonella and leptospirosis.
Environment: The house mouse can be found in both urban and rural areas, will easily adapt to a wide range of environments and can gain access to a home through an opening of only ¼ inch.
Read More: Mouse Control & Identification Guide
It doesn't take more than a small open entryway to let rodents into your home. Here are some of the most common spots of entry and harborage to check if you start finding unwanted critters around your home or office.
| A - Open Vents | E - Tree Limbs Touching House | I - Uncovered Trash |
| B - Wood Piles | F - Gaps Under Metal Flashing | J - Animal Hutches |
| C - Opening in Roof Tiles | G - Roof & Attica | K - Storage Sheds |
| D - Gaps Under Doors | H - Openings Near A.C. Lines | L - Left Out Pet Food |
It has never been easier to ensure you never have to deal with any kind of pest in your home again, when you call Pinnacle Pest Control. Our pest control professionals can make your home invaders a thing of the past. Book your appointment today.
Rodents are harmful to your household, employees, customers, and your property, so it's always best to be rat-free. To eliminate the risks of a rodent infestation, your best solution is to call a professional pest control company that guarantees a home free of contaminating rodents.
At Pinnacle Pest Control, we provide reliable eco-friendly rodent control services and pest control against all other pests that plague your home. Contact our pest control team today to schedule a rodent inspection and have your infestation solved with our effective rodent control program. Request service for your home or business to be safe from rodents and other critters.
A: Rodents like rats are more likely to enter messy homes with easy entry points. Common entry points include gaps around your doors and windows, openings for your pipes and HVAC systems, tree limbs close to upper-floor windows, and broken roof tiles are just some of the ways rats can enter. Messy, cluttered homes are more prone to rodent infestations because they offer rodents food, water, nesting materials, and hidden locations in your home for them to establish their rat population and grow. Practices like leaving pet food in pet bowls overnight and not clearing out fallen fruit from your yard's trees are some of the ways you may be unknowingly attracting rats to your home.
A: At Pinnacle Pest Control, we've mastered the science and art of pest and rodent control and can effectively eliminate all rodents on your property and keep them out. In comparison, rodent traps can only eliminate a handful of rats or house mice at a time. However, it doesn't treat the underlying infestation of young rodent pups growing, other existing mice, or even the entry points that got rodents into your home in the first place.
By inspecting your property, treating the infestation, and locating vulnerable entry points and other factors that attract rodents, you can keep your property clean and free of rats and mice. That's why we offer a two-year guarantee on our rodent control services. Contact us today to learn more about our guarantee.
A: Rats are nocturnal creatures and are difficult to spot. Noticing rat activity during the day doesn't necessarily mean an infestation, but it’s best to be sure. Some signs of rodent activity to look out for include:
