Scratching or running sounds in the ceiling at night are the most common sign of rats or mice on the Gold Coast. Roof rats climb palm trees, fruit trees, fences and cables to reach gutters and gaps in the roofline, while mice squeeze in under doors and around pipes. Droppings in the pantry or garage, chewed food packets and gnawed wiring are other signs, and canal homes with thick gardens and jetties often see more activity.
The crew we book inspects the roof void, garage, subfloor and yard to find where rats and mice are nesting, feeding and getting in. They then set lockable bait stations or traps in the right places, usually in the roof, along fence lines and near sheds, so kids and pets cannot reach the bait. They also make a note of gaps and entry points that should be closed off once activity drops.
- Roof void inspection for droppings, nests and runways
- Lockable bait stations inside and outside the home
- Traps where baits are not suitable
- Checks of garages, sheds, jetties and compost areas
- A list of entry points to seal once activity stops
Around the yard, trim palm fronds and branches touching the roof, pick up fallen fruit, keep bins and compost closed and store pet food in sealed tubs. Once the noise stops, sealing gaps with steel mesh or filler helps keep new rats out. Some homes need a second visit to check and refill the stations, and we give upfront pricing for that if it is needed.
Homes near the Broadwater, canals and bushland often see rats return each winter, so some people book a check before the cooler months. Tell us what you have heard and seen when you call. For rat and mouse control anywhere on the Gold Coast, call 07 3543 7765.
