Inspection & species ID
We inspect the attic, walls, and crawl space and identify whether you have rats, mice, or both — because the right plan depends on which.
Bay Area Rat & Mice Control · SPCB-Licensed · 13+ Years
Rat & Mice Control in the San Francisco Bay Area
Rats and mice are different pests — different sizes, entry points, and habits — but both end up in the same attics and walls. We control both with one program: remove them, seal the gaps each uses, and keep them out.
Free inspectionSPCB-licensedBoth species, one program13+ years experience
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Both Pests, One Plan
Rats and Mice Aren't the
Same Problem — or the Same Fix
Most home rodent problems come down to two culprits — rats and mice — and homeowners often have one, the other, or both, and can't always tell which. The trouble is that controlling them isn't one-size-fits-all: mice slip through dime-sized gaps and breed fast, while rats are bigger, exploit larger openings, and (as roof or Norway rats) climb or burrow in. A plan built for one can miss the other.
Rat and mice control is our combined program that covers both correctly: we identify what you're dealing with, remove them, and seal the different-sized entry points each species uses so they don't come back. For a rats-only job see rat removal, for a one-time extraction of any rodent see rodent removal, and for our full prevention approach see rodent control.
- Both rats and mice handled in one program
- The species identified, not guessed at
- Entry points sealed for both gap sizes
- Humane, effective methods — no poisons
- Ongoing prevention, not just this batch
- One team for the whole rodent problem
What It Covers
What Rat & Mice
Control Includes
A combined program that accounts for the differences between the two pests — here's what it covers.
Removal of both
We trap and remove the active rodents using humane methods and the correct trap type and placement for each species — no toxic poisons.
Exclusion for both gap sizes
Mice use dime-sized holes; rats use bigger ones. We seal the full range of entry points so neither species can get back in.
Cleanup & decontamination
We clear droppings and nesting and can decontaminate the areas rodents fouled, removing the health hazards they leave behind.
Prevention & monitoring
We provide recommendations and follow-up so the home stays protected against both rats and mice, not just cleared once.
Safe, non-toxic methods
We rely on exclusion and humane trapping — safe for your family and pets — rather than poisons that leave rodents dying in the walls.
Do You Have Them?
Signs of Rats
and Mice
Rats and mice leave overlapping — but distinguishable — clues. Any of these means it's time for control.
Droppings (any size)
Tiny rice-grain droppings point to mice; larger capsule-shaped ones point to rats. Finding either — or both — means active rodents.
Scratching in walls or attic
Light patter usually means mice; heavier scratching and thumping means rats. Noises at night are a classic sign of either.
Gnaw marks
Chewed food packaging and light gnawing suggest mice; bigger damage to wood and wiring suggests rats — both are worth acting on.
Raided food & nesting
Disturbed food, chewed packaging, and shredded nesting material in pantries, garages, or the attic mean rodents are established.
Grease trails & runways
Dark smudge marks along walls and beams are rodent trails — lower for mice, often higher for climbing roof rats.
You've seen one
Spotting a mouse or a rat almost always means more are hidden — and if you've seen both, you need a plan that covers both.
How We Work
Our Rat & Mice Control Process
Controlling both species means identifying them, removing them, and sealing for both. Here's how we handle every job.
Inspect & identify
We inspect the home, confirm whether you have rats, mice, or both, and map their runways, nests, and entry points.
Remove the rodents
We trap and remove the active rats and mice using humane methods and the right traps for each — without toxic poisons.
Seal all entry points
We seal the range of gaps both species use — the small ones mice slip through and the larger ones rats exploit.
Clean up & decontaminate
We clear droppings and nesting and decontaminate the affected areas so the health hazards go with the rodents.
Prevent & monitor
We provide prevention recommendations and follow-up so your home stays protected against both rats and mice going forward.
Free inspectionSPCB-licensedBoth species covered
Why Attic Pros
The Bay Area's Trusted
Rat & Mice Control Team
For over 13 years, Bay Area homeowners and businesses have trusted us to control rats and mice — because we identify what's actually there, handle both correctly, and seal the home so they stay out.
- SPCB-licensed (Co. Reg. #9901) & CSLB Lic. #1022608
- Diamond Certified & Angi Super Service Award winner
- Independently reviewed — verified Google ratings
- Humane, non-toxic methods — safe for family & pets
- Free, no-obligation on-site inspection
- Local team with 13+ years in Bay Area homes
Real Customers, Real Results
Trusted by Bay Area Homeowners
4.8
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Based on 1,900+ verified Google reviews — trusted for rat & mice control & home services across the Bay Area
Google Review
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Shah turned my experience around from a bad one to a good one in the very beginning. Aleksandra at the office answered and addressed all my questions and concerns very thoroughly. Jose who did the rodent proofing, answered all my questions and took his time going through the crawlspace and making sure he found and covered all potential access points for rodents into the crawlspace. He was very patient and thorough.
A Clements
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★★★★★
Just had a great inspection from Tom. Very informative and helpful!
Grace Ghiselli
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Dennis is extremely professional, communicated all that was happening, explained where the critters were invading and did a very thorough job sealing the house, along with his helper. Thank you!
Dede Wynne
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★★★★★
Denis, German,& Alexander were great. Very professional, thorough and customer oriented. I would recommend them for any attic, crawl space, HVAC, insulation, rodent & sub pump work. They were nice, hard working & non intrusive.
Frank Moro
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★★★★★
Tom was professional, knowledgeable and efficient. I got the quote fast and I look forward to Attic Pros doing the work.
Julie Thompson
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We had Samim come out to our house. He was so kind, fair, and professional, and put me at ease following an exorbitant price gouging experience. I highly recommend Attic Pros and if you can, ask for Samim. You will be happy with the quality of their work as well.
Jean Strothers
QUESTIONS, ANSWERED
Frequently Asked Questions
Straight answers to the questions people actually ask about controlling rats and mice — including how this compares to our other rodent services. Still unsure? Our team is happy to help.
Still have questions?
Talk to our team — we're here to help.
(800) 543-0382Rat and mice control is the combined program for the two pests most homes deal with — it identifies whether you have rats, mice, or both, removes them, and seals the different-sized gaps each uses, with ongoing prevention. Rat removal is the rats-only, get-them-out-now job; rodent removal is a one-time extraction of any rodent; and rodent control is our general prevention program. If you're dealing with mice and rats (or aren't sure which), this is the page for you.
The size of the clues is the tell. Mice leave tiny, rice-grain droppings and make a light patter; rats leave larger, capsule-shaped droppings and heavier noises, with bigger gnaw damage. It's common to have one or the other — and sometimes both — and part of our inspection is confirming exactly which so the control plan fits.
Yes, it happens — and it's a reason to control both rather than assume it's just one. Even when it's a single species, a plan that only seals for mice can leave the bigger gaps rats use open (and vice versa), so covering both gap sizes is part of doing it right.
No — we use exclusion and humane, effective trapping rather than poisons. Poisoned rodents die inside walls and attics, creating odor and dead-animal problems, so trapping and sealing is cleaner, safer around pets and kids, and lets us confirm what we've cleared.
By sealing the entry points — all of them. Removing the rodents without closing the gaps just resets the clock, so exclusion is central to the program: we seal the small openings mice use and the larger ones rats exploit, and provide prevention recommendations and follow-up.
Yes. Both leave droppings and urine that carry bacteria and allergens, and both gnaw — including electrical wiring, which is a recognized fire risk. Rats do more damage because they're larger, but a mouse infestation left alone spreads fast too, so both are worth controlling.
Yes. Control includes clearing droppings and nesting and decontaminating the affected areas, and we can bundle attic cleaning and decontamination so the space is left clean and sanitized, not just cleared of rodents.
We start with an inspection and removal, then work until the activity stops and the entry points are sealed. The timeline depends on how established the infestation is and how many gaps need sealing. We'll give you a clear picture after the free inspection.
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