Rodents

Common Types of Rodents in Sacramento

Here in Elk Grove, Sacramento, Lincoln, and Roseville we have to deal with numerous different types of rodents. Here are the most common rodents that can be found in your home or commercial property. For a more detailed description of each one check out our Rodent Removal post.

Norway Rat
A stocky brown rat that is found borrowing within foundations. In more urban regions they are found in sewers. Heavy thick body, small ears, small eyes, blunt nose, tail shorter than head and body.

Roof Rat
Black rats. Usually live and nest above ground in trees, shrubs, and other dense vegetation. In structures they are generally found in the attic, walls, false ceilings, and cabinets. Light slender body, large ears, large eyes, pointed nose, tail longer than head and body.

House Mouse
Small furry rodents. It can do damage to the home by chewing on cables, wires, and walls. Attracted to warmth and food.

Rodent Infestations in Sacramento, CA

A severe rodent infestation in your home or commercial building is no joke. Rodents have the habit of going unnoticed for long periods of time. They are masters at scuttling by without being noticed. The common signs of a rodent infestation include:

• Nibbled food, gnawed wires, or town paper/wallpaper.
• Mouse or rat droppings
• Hearing scuttling or scraping noises within the walls and ceiling
• Small cracks or crevices within your floor boards

Rodents can also be dangerous, particularly to young curious children and the elderly. As they are carriers of a plethora of diseases, anybody with a weak immune system could be susceptible to picking up infections from an infestation. Rodents such as the Norway Rat and Roof Rat can also be highly territorial and aggressive, so it is best to leave their extermination to a trained profession.