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?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 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
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
Houston residents often ask us whether they have rats or mice in their homes. The idea is that rats are a lot more dangerous than mice. There are ways to tell whether you have a rat problem or a mouse problem. Here are four signs we look at. #1) DroppingsRat droppings are
Do you hear thumps and bumps in your attic? While you might be in denial—nobody ever wants to think they have a wildlife problem—sounds in your attic almost always mean some creature has moved in. Here’s how to tell what you might be dealing with.Heavy FootstepsIf it sounds like someone is walking
