Rats and mice are a year-round issue in Essendon, and calls pick up sharply in autumn and winter. Many homes here are around a hundred years old, with open subfloors, wall vents and gaps where weatherboards have moved over time. Laneways, backyard sheds, compost bins, chook pens and fruit trees give rodents food and shelter close to the house, and the Maribyrnong River and Moonee Ponds Creek add more.
When you call, tell us what you are hearing or seeing, such as scratching in the ceiling, droppings in cupboards or chewed food. We give you upfront pricing on the phone and book a nearby independent crew. The crew looks for droppings, runways and entry points, then places lockable bait stations in the roof, subfloor and outside areas where pets and children cannot reach them. Rats often run along fences and power lines, so the crew checks those paths too.
- An inspection of the roof space, subfloor and sheds
- Lockable bait stations placed where rodents travel
- Advice on gaps around pipes, vents and eaves to seal
- Tips on compost, chook feed and pet food storage
- Notes on where activity was found, so you can watch those spots
Baiting takes time to work. Activity usually drops over one to two weeks as rodents feed on the bait. If you have dogs or cats, tell us when you book so the crew can plan where bait stations go. Sealing gaps with steel mesh and keeping food in sealed containers make a big difference in older homes.
Many Essendon homes book baiting early in autumn, before rodents settle in for winter. For rat and mouse control, call 03 7053 9854 to get a price and book.