Additional note: A rodent’s teeth never stop growing, thus they constantly have the need to gnaw and chew on objects. As a result. they can do damage to electrical wiring, plumbing fixtures etc… It is important to remove them from a building as soon as possible.

Predominantly: Very often noticed in upper parts of structures. Can also be found in crawlspaces.

If Norway rats aren’t dealt with promptly, the damage can become extensive. These larger, ground-burrowing rodents often target crawlspaces, basements, and lower levels of a home—chewing wiring, tearing insulation, and damaging structural materials. Repairs can quickly add up, ranging from a few hundred to several thousand dollars. Norway rats also bring significant health concerns. Their droppings, urine, and nesting materials can contaminate living spaces and impact indoor air quality, creating unsafe conditions for your household. Classic Pest Control & Insulation helps Western Washington homeowners tackle Norway rat problems early, preventing costly damage and safeguarding your home’s health.

Rats cause damage to a variety of places in your home. They chew through whatever is in their way in order to get to both a warm and dry place. By chewing through insulation and ducting, rats cause your heating bills to rise drastically. They chew through electrical wiring, which can cause electrical fires. Additionally, they chew through furniture, cars, and plumbing fixtures. Which can cause flooding. Another way they can cause damage is from both their droppings and urine stains on both wood and insulation. A rat’s teeth never stop growing. So they are constantly chewing through everything. If a rodent infestation isn’t dealt with, then the possible damage is endless. The cost of the damage that rats cause is very high, so it’s important to take care of the problem right away.

Bird feeders and pet food left outside are a magnet for these animals. A strong rodent control program needs to incorporate the following: