Are Household Pets Effective at Rat Control?

Many Houston homeowners try to control rat infestations with household pets like dogs and cats.  While it’s true that cats and certain types of dogs are natural rodent hunters, the reality of attempting to use pets for rat control is a little more complex.   Many domesticated animals won’t hunt. […]

The Dangers of DIY Rat Removal

You have a rat problem, but money is tight. You’re tempted to save money with DIY rat removal. Unfortunately, attempting to handle a rat problem on your own can cost money. Sometimes it can cost 10 times more than calling a professional rodent control company could.  Here are four risks […]

Can Rats Really Climb into Houston, TX Toilets?

When you hear “rats in toilets” you probably think you’re hearing a myth. After all, it’s not a common occurrence. But Houston is one of the largest (and rattiest) cities in the world. Many Houston residents have walked into their bathrooms only to find an unwelcome, furry visitor staring up […]

What Should You Do When You See a Rat?

What Should You Do When You See a Rat?There are few things more disconcerting than seeing a rat in your home. If you do, you’ll have difficulty believing “they’re more afraid of you than you are of them.” Many rats will stare at you, bold as you please, as if challenging […]

5 Myths About Rats

5 Myths About RatsRats are poorly understood. As Houston, TX, wildlife control professionals, we hear plenty of questions and statements that tell us that myths about rats are alive and well. Yet you can’t really afford to believe these myths! Any one of them could put your home or your […]

What Attracts Rats to a House?

Rats can enter even the cleanest homes, especially in Houston. Houston is one of America’s largest cities, and rats are an inescapable part of city living.Several properties in Houston actively attract rats, which, in turn, brings rats to other homes in the area. Right now, there are more than 3,700 […]