Rats are adaptable, larger cousins of mice, and they can cause serious damage to homes and businesses. Many Vancouver homeowners try store-bought rat repellent sprays or quick-fix rat poison first, but these are rarely enough. Ridall’s rat control deals with where the rats are coming from, not just the rats you can see.
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Signs of rats
- Droppings near walls, food or in the attic
- Greasy marks along walls where rats travel
- Chewed wires, wood or insulation
- Burrows in the ground or near your foundation
Cleaning up after rats
Rats leave droppings, urine and nesting material behind, and the contamination can stay long after the rats are gone. Ridall’s attic cleanouts, crawlspace cleaning and false ceiling cleanouts remove contaminated insulation and debris, disinfect the space, neutralize odours and seal the entry points.
Rat control for Vancouver businesses
Rats are a serious problem anywhere food is stored or served. Ridall provides ongoing pest control for restaurants, food processing plants, storage facilities and apartment buildings across Vancouver.
We serve homes and businesses throughout Vancouver, including Kitsilano, Mount Pleasant, Kerrisdale, Dunbar and Downtown, from our office in Burnaby. See our main Vancouver pest control page, or mouse control in Vancouver if you think it’s mice. In Burnaby, see rat control in Burnaby.
Our 4 Step Process
- Find and seal the access points. Rats get in through cracks and gaps in foundations, walls and rooflines. Sealing them is what stops new rats from moving in.
- Use the right traps or bait. Rats and mice are attracted to different foods and need different trapping methods. Our technicians match the method to the rodent.
- Remove what attracts them. Food and water sources draw rats in. Keeping the area clean and garbage sealed makes your property less inviting.
- Keep checking. Regular checks catch new activity early, before it becomes another infestation.
Ridall does all four steps for you. Our licensed technicians use Health Canada-registered products, applied according to the label.
Rat control FAQs
Answering Your Pest Control Questions
How do I get rid of rats permanently?
Find and seal the access points, use the right traps or bait, keep the area clean, and keep checking for new activity. Ridall can handle all of these steps for you.
Do rat sprays and store-bought rat poison work?
They’re rarely enough on their own. They don’t stop new rats getting in, which is why finding and sealing entry points matters so much.
Does one rat mean more?
Usually, yes. Rats live in colonies and rarely move alone, so seeing one often means there’s an infestation.
What company is best for rodent control in Vancouver?
Look for a licensed company with experienced rat exterminators and good customer reviews. It’s also worth asking friends, family or neighbours who they’ve used. Ridall has been doing rodent control in Vancouver for over 30 years.
