Rats and mice are common in Fortitude Valley because the suburb has so much food nearby. Laneways, bin rooms and busy food strips give them plenty to eat, and older cottages have gaps along the roof line and under the floor where they can get in. Scratching sounds in the ceiling at night, droppings in the pantry and chewed food packets are the usual signs that rodents have moved in.
The crew starts by looking for signs of activity and likely entry points, such as gaps around pipes, broken vents and spaces under roof sheeting. They then place bait stations in the roof space, subfloor and other areas where rodents travel. These stations are locked and placed out of reach of pets and children. In apartments, the crew focuses on service cupboards, kitchens and any spot where pipes run through walls.
- A look for droppings, rub marks and entry points
- Locked bait stations placed in roof spaces and subfloors
- Treatment of service cupboards and pipe runs in units
- Notes on gaps that could be sealed to keep rodents out
- Advice on food storage and bin areas around the home
It can take a week or two for the noise to stop as rodents feed on the bait. Keep food sealed, clear up fallen fruit and move stored items off the floor during this time. If the crew finds gaps worth sealing, they will point them out so you or your landlord can arrange the work. Larger homes or buildings with ongoing activity may need a return visit, and the price for that is given upfront.
Crews visit Fortitude Valley and nearby suburbs most weeks. Call 07 3543 7769 to book rodent control and get your price before the visit.
