Rodent Control Melbourne Rat Removal, Mice Control and Dead Rodent Removal
Rats scratching in the roof, mice droppings in the pantry or a dead rodent smell in the walls? Our licensed rodent exterminators remove rats and mice from Melbourne homes and businesses, take out dead rodents and seal every entry point so they cannot get back in. Same day service across every Melbourne suburb, 7 days a week.
- Licensed and insured technicians
- Child and pet safe treatments
- Entry points sealed, not just baited
- 12 month written guarantee on every job
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Rodent control services across Melbourne
Rat control and removal, mice control and dead rodent removal, all handled by the same licensed local team. Pick the problem you have and we will take it from there.
Rodent Control MelbourneRodent control Melbourne: one visit, the whole problem
Our rodent control service covers the full job, not just a few baits. A licensed rodent exterminator inspects the roof void, subfloor, wall cavities and perimeter, identifies whether you have rats, mice or both, treats the activity and seals the gaps they use to get in. It is the same rodent pest control service for homes, rentals, cafes, offices and warehouses across Melbourne.
- On site inspection and a clear, itemised quote first
- Rats and mice treated in the same visit
- Entry points sealed with steel mesh and commercial sealant
- 12 month written guarantee on treated and sealed areas
Rat Control and RemovalRat removal Melbourne: rats in the roof, walls and subfloor
Scratching above the ceiling after dark is usually roof rats. Burrows along fences, drains and slabs usually mean Norway rats. Our rat control starts by finding the nest and the runways, then we remove the rats with tamper resistant bait stations and traps placed on their actual routes, and finish by sealing the roofline, weep holes and pipe gaps they are using. That is how rat removal stays permanent.
- Roof rats and Norway rats, homes and businesses
- Nests, runways and entry holes located before treatment
- Follow up visit to confirm the rats are gone
- Rat infestation cleared, then the way in is closed
Mice ControlMice control Melbourne: stop the infestation at the source
Mice breed fast, and the Victorian Department of Health notes they can squeeze through gaps as small as 8 mm. That is why a few droppings in the pantry turns into a mouse infestation within weeks. Our mice control treats the kitchen, pantry, wall voids and appliances where mice nest, then seals the small gaps under doors, around pipes and in brickwork that let the next mice in.
- Mice and mouse infestations in homes, units and food businesses
- Bait stations and snap traps placed where mice actually run
- Small gaps sealed, including under doors and around pipes
- Clear advice on food storage so they do not come back
Dead Rodent RemovalDead rodent removal Melbourne: we find the smell and remove it
A dead rat or mouse in a wall, ceiling or subfloor gives off a strong odour for weeks and draws blowflies. We track the carcass by smell, flies and staining, remove the dead rodent from hard to reach spaces, sanitise and deodorise the area with hospital grade disinfectant, and check for the entry point so it does not happen again.
- Dead rat and dead mouse removal from walls, roofs and subfloors
- Area sanitised and deodorised after removal
- Entry point checked and sealed on request
- Same day dead rodent removal, 7 days a week
What every job includes
Our licensed team handles every job from the first inspection through to the final seal, in homes and businesses across Melbourne.
Roof and Subfloor InspectionProfessional Rodent Inspection
Full property audit of the roof void, subfloor, wall cavities and perimeter. We locate every run path, harbourage point and entry hole before any treatment begins. Evidence first, no guessing.
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APVMA ApprovedSafe Baiting and Trapping
APVMA approved rodenticides in tamper resistant stations, plus snap traps where baiting is not suitable. The right product for the right species, placed to strict child and pet safe protocols.
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Permanent ProofingEntry Point Sealing
Every gap, crack and opening sealed with steel mesh, wire wool and commercial grade sealant. This is what separates a permanent fix from a temporary one, and it is backed in writing.
See how it works →We remove every rodent species found in Melbourne
Each species behaves differently and needs a different plan. Our licensed technicians identify the rodent first, then apply the treatment that actually works for it.
Norway Rat
Rattus norvegicusThe largest rat in Melbourne homes. Norway rats burrow under foundations and slabs, chew through pipes and electrical cables and breed at alarming speed. They carry Leptospirosis, Salmonella and other serious pathogens.
- One pair can be behind up to 2,000 descendants in a year
- Burrows along foundations, drains and subfloors
Roof Rat
Rattus rattusAn agile climber that nests in roof voids, insulation and wall cavities. That scratching you hear above the ceiling at night is almost always a roof rat. They gnaw electrical wiring, which is a genuine fire risk, and foul insulation with urine and droppings.
- Most active between dusk and dawn, heard not seen
- Gnawed wiring is a leading cause of unexplained roof fires
House Mouse
Mus musculusSmall enough to squeeze through a gap the width of a pencil. House mice contaminate food and benchtops, can trigger asthma and allergies and multiply from a couple of mice to a full infestation within months.
- Leaves up to 80 droppings every single night
- Nests in kitchens, pantries, wall voids and appliances
The diseases rodents bring into your home
Rodents are not just a nuisance. They carry bacteria on their bodies, in their droppings and in their urine, and they spread them across every surface they cross at night.
Leptospirosis
Spread via urineBacteria passed in rodent urine can contaminate benchtops, floors and stored items. It starts like the flu and can progress to serious kidney and liver complications.
Salmonellosis
Spread via droppingsDroppings and night time runs across food preparation areas transfer Salmonella straight onto the surfaces where you cook, causing gastro style illness.
Rat Bite Fever
Bites and contactA bacterial infection passed through bites and scratches, or through handling contaminated materials. A real risk when people try to clear an infestation themselves.
Asthma and Allergies
Droppings and danderProteins in rodent droppings, dander and urine are proven asthma and allergy triggers, especially for children sleeping under an infested roof void.
This is why sanitisation is part of every job we do. Removing the rodents without treating what they left behind only fixes half the problem.
Small pest, expensive problem
A rodent’s teeth never stop growing, so it never stops chewing. Here is what that costs Melbourne homes and businesses when it goes unchecked.
Gnawed cables behind walls and in roof voids cause shorts, outages and genuine fire danger. Rodent damage is a commonly cited factor in unexplained house fires.
Flexible and poly pipes are no match for rodent teeth. Chewed lines cause hidden leaks that quietly ruin cabinetry, walls and floors before anyone notices.
Nesting flattens and fouls ceiling insulation with urine and droppings, cutting its performance and often forcing full replacement of affected sections.
Contaminated pantries at home. Failed inspections, lost stock and one star reviews for cafes and restaurants. The cleanup always costs more than the prevention.
Check your policy wording. Chewed wiring, ruined insulation and water damage from gnawed pipes usually come straight out of your own pocket, which makes early action the only real cover you have.
Complete rodent control: inspect, treat, proof and clean
We do not just kill rodents. We eliminate the infestation, seal the entry points and clean up what they left behind.
Inspection and Detection
Full audit of your roof void, subfloor, wall cavities, kitchen and perimeter. We identify the species, the scale of the activity and every entry hole before anything is treated.
Treatment and Extermination
APVMA approved rodenticides in tamper resistant stations and snap traps, matched to the species and placed to strict child and pet safe protocols. No blanket spraying, no shortcuts.
Entry Point Sealing
Gaps, weep holes, pipe penetrations and roofline openings sealed with steel mesh and commercial sealant. If they come back through a sealed area, so do we, at no cost.
Carcass Removal and Sanitisation
Dead rodents in cavities cause odour and attract flies and secondary pests. We locate and remove carcasses and treat affected areas with hospital grade disinfectant.
The rodent specialists Melbourne calls first
- APVMA licensed and fully insured
Every technician is licensed for rodent management and covered by full insurance, with products applied exactly to label.
- Same day, 7 days a week
Call before midday and a licensed technician can usually be at your door that afternoon. No waiting a week while the scratching gets louder.
- We seal the entry, not just bait
Baiting alone is temporary. We seal every gap with steel mesh and commercial sealant so the next generation of rodents stays outside for good.
- Child and pet safe as standard
Tamper resistant stations your kids and pets cannot open, placed away from paws and little hands, with every placement explained before we leave.
- Clear itemised quotes
On site inspection and a fully itemised quote before any work begins. No upsells on the day.
- Written service guarantee
Every targeted treatment carries a 12 month written guarantee. If rodents return through an area we treated and sealed, we return at no charge.
What Melbourne says after the scratching stops
Based on Google reviews from homeowners and businesses across Melbourne
Google ReviewsHeard scratching above the bedroom for a week before I called. The technician found roof rats, showed me photos of the droppings and chewed wiring in the roof, and had bait stations and traps in place the same afternoon. The scratching stopped within days and they came back to seal every gap.
Found mouse droppings in the pantry with a newborn in the house, so safety was everything. They used locked bait stations, explained exactly where and why each one went, and sealed the gap under the garage door where they were getting in. Professional from the first phone call.
Our cafe had a rat problem that two other companies could not fix. This team found the burrow along the rear wall, treated it discreetly outside trading hours and meshed every pipe penetration. We passed our council inspection two weeks later with a written report to show.
Know the evidence rodents leave behind
Rodents are nocturnal and stay out of sight. Long before you see one, they leave a trail. Walk your home against this list, it takes five minutes.
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Droppings where food lives
Dark pellets along skirting boards, in drawers, cupboards and under the sink. Fresh droppings are dark and soft. If you find those, the rodents were there last night.
- 02
Scratching after dark
Scurrying in the ceiling, walls or under floors once the house goes quiet. Roof rats run the same routes nightly, usually in the first hours after sunset.
- 03
Gnaw marks on hard things
Chewed food packaging, timber, plastic and electrical cables. Rodent teeth never stop growing, so they never stop chewing, and chewed wiring is a real fire risk.
- 04
Grease rub marks
Dark smudges along skirting boards, pipes and beams. Their oily fur stains the routes they travel night after night, like a highway map of your home.
- 05
A stale ammonia smell
Concentrated rodent urine has a sharp, stale odour you notice in cupboards, roof spaces and behind appliances. The stronger the smell, the bigger the activity.
- 06
Shredded nesting material
Paper, insulation and fabric packed into wall voids, roof corners or behind stored boxes. A nest means breeding has already started. Act the same day.
Guarantees you can hold us to
Written down on your report, not just said on the phone.
If they return, so do we
Every targeted treatment carries a 12 month written guarantee. If rodents come back through an area we treated and sealed, we return and fix it at no charge, no arguments.
Real licences, real cover
APVMA licensed technicians with complete insurance cover on every residential and commercial job. You are never exposed while we are on your property.
Safe for the family you protect
Tamper resistant stations children and pets cannot open, strict placement protocols and a full walkthrough of every placement before your technician leaves.
Rodent control across every Melbourne suburb
Local technicians on the road 7 days a week, from the CBD to the Mornington Peninsula.
East
- Box Hill
- Glen Waverley
- Ringwood
- Doncaster
- Camberwell
- Lilydale
West
- Werribee
- Point Cook
- Sunshine
- Footscray
- Melton
- Caroline Springs
North
- Preston
- Epping
- Craigieburn
- Greensborough
- Essendon
- Mill Park
South East
- Dandenong
- Frankston
- Cranbourne
- Berwick
- Mornington
- Pakenham
Not on the list? We cover all Melbourne suburbs and the Mornington Peninsula. Call 0422 383 777 and we will be there.
Rodent control questions, answered straight
Stop the scratching tonight
- Same day service across all Melbourne suburbs, 7 days a week
- Inspection and clear written quote before any work starts
- 12 month written guarantee on every targeted treatment
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Rodent control based in Melbourne, on the road everywhere
Melbourne Rodent Control
- Melbourne, Victoria, Australia
Servicing all metro suburbs and the Mornington Peninsula - 0422 383 777
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