What do roof rats look like?
Adult roof rats have smooth dark brown or black fur with a white, gray, or black underbelly. They have pointy noses, large dark eyes, and large ears that are almost completely devoid of fur. Their bodies are about 6 to 8 inches in length from head to rump and their scaly tails add another 7-10 inches to their totally body length.
If you’re concerned you have a rat problem but have not seen any actual rodents, look for paths or “runways” along walls and on stationary items. Roof rats leave behind grease marks and dirt from their fur. You may also see tracks from their feet and tails in dust.
Are roof rats dangerous?
Yes, roof rats are dangerous. Like other types of rodents, they constantly gnaw on objects and damage things like pipes, flooring, electrical wires, and drywall. Roof rats also destroy furniture, clothing and other personal items. A concern for health and safety, roof rats contaminate food, food preparation surfaces and food storage areas with their saliva, urine and feces.
Why do I have a roof rat problem?
Roof rats are great climbers and poor swimmers, this means that they tend to enter into buildings by climbing trees and getting inside through attic spaces or gaps found around the roof line.
Roof rats tend to invade homes and other buildings while foraging for food, water, and/or safe shelter. Inside of homes they can be found living above false ceilings, in high cabinets, in attics, and behind walls.
Can I control roof rats?
DIY rat control treatments are more often than not ineffective. The fastest and most effective way to eliminate dangerous and damaging roof rats from your home or business is with the help of the premier rodent control experts at Arrow Pest Control.
Our rodent control technicians have the training, knowledge and equipment needed to get rid of roof rats and to keep them out. Contact Arrow Pest Control to learn more about our rodent control services in New Jersey.
How do I make my property less attractive to roof rats?
In order to deter roof rats, we recommend removing the elements roof rats need to survive. That is eliminate any potential food and water sources and block any openings that would allow these pests to enter through.
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