Signs of rats and mice
Perth's roof spaces, wall cavities and garden sheds all give rats and mice easy access and shelter, and both roof rats and house mice are common across the metro area. Rodent damage to wiring is also a fire risk that's easy to miss until it's already caused a problem.
Droppings along skirting boards, in cupboards, or near food storage areas
Gnaw marks on wiring, timber, or packaging
A stale, musky odour in enclosed spaces where rodents are active
Greasy smear marks along walls or skirting boards where rodents repeatedly travel
How we get rid of rats and mice
Inspect and identify the species
House mice, roof rats and brown rats behave differently, so identifying which is present shapes the treatment.
Apply targeted baiting
Bait stations are placed along known travel routes and entry points, rather than scattered generally.
Seal entry points
Gaps around pipes, vents and roof lines are identified, since sealing these prevents new rodents entering after treatment.
Monitor and follow-up
Bait stations are checked and topped up until activity stops.
Rodent control pricing
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Rat & mice control FAQs
Pricing can vary depending on property size, how established the infestation is, and whether entry points need to be identified and sealed as part of the job. An onsite assessment gives the most accurate figure for larger or ongoing problems — quotes are free and obligation free.
Mice are smaller and tend to explore new paths looking for food, while rats are larger and usually take the same route to a food source every day. Droppings, gnaw marks, and noise in walls or roof spaces are common signs of both.
Bait is placed in stations designed to keep pets and children away from it directly, and placement is planned around the property to minimise risk. Ask about specific pet safety needs when booking.
Activity usually drops within the first week or two of baiting, but full elimination depends on colony size and how well entry points are sealed against reinfestation.
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Commercial
Commercial pest control covers any business site, a construction lot before the slab goes in, a working kitchen, a warehouse, a hospital ward. Elite Pest Control has serviced Perth businesses across food service, retail, industrial and healthcare sectors for over 30 years, with technicians licensed to handle the different regulatory environment each industry brings.
Pest Control
Perth's warm climate keeps most common pests active for a large part of the year, and slab homes, paved gardens, and roof void spaces all give pests plenty of places to establish undetected. For businesses, an untreated pest problem can also mean a compliance issue, particularly for food handling, retail, and office environments.
Treatments
Every treatment Elite Pest Control offers for Perth homes and businesses — from termite inspections, barriers and reticulation to general pest treatments — with obligation free onsite quoting. Every property and every job is different, so give us a call and we'll work out an accurate quote for your situation.
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