Roof Rat
Roof rats are agile, fast-climbing rodents that invade homes by entering through roofs, attics, and upper-level openings, posing health and property risks.
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What do these Rats look like?
Roof rats are about 6–8 inches (16–20 cm) long, with a slender body, large ears, a pointed snout, and a long, scaly tail that extends beyond their body length. They have smooth fur, usually brown or black, with a lighter underbelly.
Quick information about Roof Rat
- USUALLY FOUND IN: Roofs, attics, rafters, garages, trees, and dense vegetation
- FEEDS ON: Fruits, nuts, grains, vegetables, and small insects
- BITES/STINGS: Can bite if threatened; known to carry diseases
- SIZE/COLOR: 6-8 inches (16–20 cm) long, plus a tail longer than their body; brown or black fur
- SEASON: Active year-round, with increased indoor activity in colder months
- TREATABLE AT HOME: Difficult due to their agility; professional pest control is recommended
Information About Roof Rat
Roof rats, also known as black rats or ship rats, are excellent climbers and prefer to nest in high places such as attics, ceilings, and roof spaces. Unlike Norway rats, which burrow underground, roof rats use trees, power lines, and walls to access buildings, making them particularly challenging to control.
These rodents are highly adaptable and can survive on a variety of food sources, including fruits, seeds, pet food, and even household scraps. Their presence is often detected by signs such as gnaw marks, droppings, greasy rub marks along walls, and scurrying noises in the attic at night.
Roof rats pose serious health risks as they are known carriers of diseases like leptospirosis, salmonella, and plague. They can also cause significant property damage by chewing through wires, insulation, and wood, increasing the risk of electrical fires and structural issues.
Due to their ability to avoid common traps and their rapid reproduction rate, professional extermination is the most effective way to eliminate a roof rat infestation. Avayda Pest Control specializes in targeted rodent control solutions, including exclusion techniques, baiting, and sealing entry points to keep your home rat-free for the long term.
Everyone deserves a pest-free home.
At Avayda, we know that you want a pest free home, regardless of the time of year. In order to do that, you need the right team and products to help remove invaders and keep them out for good. The problem is you’ve tried to solve it yourself, or you don’t have the time, and they keep coming back. Ultimately, you’re afraid they’ll never go away.
Everyone deserves a pest-free home. And we understand that your home has to be safe for you and your family. Free from any kind of insect, pest, or unwanted guest. We’ve helped create pest-free homes for 10,000+ customers, and we’re ready to help. We offer year-round pest services with safe products for the whole family and a guarantee that they’ll be out of your house for good.
