Roof rats are the rats most often heard in Brisbane ceilings. They are slim, dark climbers with long tails, and they reach the roof by running along power lines, fences, palm fronds and overhanging branches. Once inside, they nest in the insulation and move along the rafters at night. When you call, we give you an upfront price and book a nearby independent pest crew.
The crew we book goes into the roof space to look for nests, droppings, greasy rub marks and chewed wiring. They then walk around the outside of the home to find how the rats are climbing up and getting in. Common spots include gaps under the eaves, broken ridge capping, loose tin and holes where pipes and cables pass through. They also check the space above the laundry and bathroom, where warm pipes and exhaust fans draw rats in.
- Bait blocks secured to rafters in the roof space
- Snap traps set on the main roof runs
- Entry points under eaves and roof edges marked or sealed
- Advice on trimming trees and palms back from the gutter
- Checks for chewed wiring you may want an electrician to see
Roof rats love fruit trees, palms and dense garden beds, which many homes around Brisbane have. Trimming branches a metre or more from the roof line makes a real difference, as does picking up fallen fruit and closing compost bins. The crew can point out which trees and plants are giving rats a way up.
Noises in the roof usually settle within a week or two of treatment. Visits are same-day or next-day where the run allows. Call 07 3543 7773 to book roof rat control, and we will match you with a local team.
