Rodent proofing stops rats and mice getting into your home in the first place. It works alongside rodent control, which deals with the ones already inside. In Ipswich, older timber homes often have gaps under the floor, between weatherboards and along the roof line, while brick homes can have open weep holes, gaps around pipes and poorly sealed garage doors. Sheds and granny units on bigger blocks have their own weak spots too.
The crew we book walks around the outside of the home and checks the roof space to find where rodents are getting in. They look for rub marks, droppings and chewed edges near gaps. A rat can fit through a hole about the width of a thumb, and a mouse through something much smaller, so every opening counts. Gaps are sealed with steel mesh, metal flashing and hard-setting sealant that rodents cannot easily chew.
- Inspection of roof lines, eaves, vents and wall penetrations
- Steel mesh over gaps around pipes, cables and air conditioning lines
- Rodent mesh on vents and weep holes where suitable
- Door seals and brush strips for gaps under doors
- A list of any repairs that need a builder or plumber
Rodent proofing works well when it is booked together with rodent control, so the rodents inside are dealt with while the gaps are closed. Trim trees and vines back from the roof, as rats use them to climb up. Sheds and garages can also be proofed if rats are nesting there. The price depends on how many gaps need sealing and how easy they are to reach, and we give you that upfront.
To book rodent proofing in Ipswich, call 07 3543 7770 and tell us about the home and where you think rodents are getting in.
