Rodent Control -- Rats & Mice
Rodents spread disease, destroy property, and breed rapidly. Our certified technicians eliminate infestations at the source and keep them from coming back.
Why Rodents Are More Than Just a Nuisance
Rats and mice are among the most destructive pests found in South African properties. A single pair of rats can produce up to 200 offspring in a year -- meaning a small problem becomes a serious infestation very quickly if left untreated.
Beyond the obvious damage to food stocks, insulation, and stored goods, rodents pose serious health risks. They carry and spread diseases including Leptospirosis, Salmonella, Rat-bite fever, and Hantavirus -- through their droppings, urine, and direct contact. Their constant gnawing on electrical wiring is also a leading cause of unexplained house fires in South Africa.
DIY poison and snap traps rarely solve the problem -- they address individual rodents without dealing with the nest, the entry points, or the underlying attractants. Professional rodent control treats all three.
Rodent Species We Treat in Gauteng
Roof Rat
Sleek, dark brown or black rat with a long tail. Excellent climber -- found in roof spaces, ceiling voids, and upper floors. The most common rat species in Gauteng homes. Nests in roof insulation and causes significant wiring damage.
Norway Rat
Larger, stocky brown rat. Prefers ground level -- burrows under paving, in compost heaps, beneath buildings, and in drains and sewers. Common in older properties, warehouses, and near water sources.
House Mouse
Small (15-20g), grey-brown with large ears. Extremely agile and can squeeze through a gap the size of a pencil. Common in kitchens, pantries, wall cavities, and under appliances. Breeds faster than rats.
Signs You Have a Rodent Problem
How We Eliminate Rodents
Effective rodent control requires a three-pronged approach: elimination, exclusion, and prevention. We never just put down bait and leave -- we address the entire problem.
Prevention Tips
After treatment, these steps reduce the chance of rodents returning:
Other Pests We Eliminate
Heard Scratching in the Roof? Act Now.
Rodent infestations grow fast. The sooner you call, the easier and more affordable the solution. Same-day response available across Gauteng.