Rat Removal & Control in Metro Atlanta & North Georgia
Roof rats and Norway rats in attics, crawl spaces and walls — trapping, exclusion and cleanup.
About Rats in Georgia
Rats are more than a nuisance. They chew wiring, contaminate insulation and food, and can spread disease. A gap the size of a quarter is enough for a rat to squeeze through.
Trapping removes the rats you have, but the long-term fix is sealing the openings they use, which is why our rat work combines removal, exclusion and, when needed, remediation of the damage.
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How to Identify Rats
Roof rats are slender with long tails and large ears, and climb well, so they tend to live in attics and on rooflines. Norway rats are heavier, with shorter tails, and burrow along foundations and in crawl spaces. Both are active mainly at night.
Signs You May Have Rats
- Scratching, scurrying or squeaking in the attic or walls, especially at night
- Droppings, which are about 1/2 inch for roof rats and slightly larger for Norway rats
- Greasy rub marks along walls and beams
- Gnawed wires, wood, insulation or food packaging
- Burrows along foundations and in crawl spaces, or an ammonia-like odor
Why Rats Are a Problem in Georgia
Georgia's mild winters and abundant landscaping, fruit trees and wooded lots give rats food and shelter nearly year-round. In the fall, cooler temperatures push more rats into homes.
How Accurate Pest Solutions Handles Rats
Inspect
We find the entry points, from rooflines and vents to the foundation and utility penetrations.
Remove
We trap rats humanely and effectively, depending on the situation.
Exclude
We seal entry points so rats can't return.
Remediate
Where needed, we clean and repair damage rats leave behind.
Prevention Tips
- Seal gaps around pipes, vents and rooflines
- Trim tree limbs that touch or overhang the roof
- Store pet food and birdseed in sealed containers
- Keep garbage cans closed and the yard free of debris
- Pick up fallen fruit and nuts
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Learn more →Rats FAQ
Why are there rats in my attic?
Attics are warm, quiet and often reachable from tree limbs or rooflines. Rats enter through small gaps and stay for shelter and nesting.
Are rats dangerous?
They can spread disease through droppings, urine and bites, and gnawed wiring is a fire hazard.
Will trapping alone solve the problem?
Not by itself. Without sealing entry points, more rats will find the same openings.
Do you clean up after rats?
Yes. We offer remediation, which means cleaning up and repairing the damage rats leave behind.
Where We Serve
We provide pest, termite, mosquito and wildlife control across 16 counties in Metro Atlanta and North Georgia. Find your city: