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Rat Exterminator in Southern California

Get Rid of Rats Fast

While some people might keep rats as pets, wild rats and other rodents can be a huge problem when they invade your home. Treating a rat infestation can be difficult to do on your own because these creatures are both fast and adaptable. When you are facing a rat issue, call the experts at Kilter Termite and Pest Control. We offer safe and comprehensive rat extermination services in Southern California.

From Los Angeles County to Orange County and San Diego County, our team of rat extermination experts is here to help you reclaim your home from unwanted rodents. We use effective extermination methods that limit the disruption to your day-to-day life.

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Concerns With Rats

One of the issues with a rat infestation is that they can spread dangerous diseases or aggravate existing conditions, including:

Hantavirus pulmonary syndrome
Lymphocytic choriomeningitis
Bubonic plague
Asthma
Allergies

Because rats can carry these diseases, we strongly recommend that you do not try to address your rat problem on your own. Leave the dirty work to the experts at Kilter Termite and Pest Control! Our Southern California rat control pros have the right tools to safely handle these animals and dispose of contaminated materials that they leave behind.

What Types of Rats Are Most Common in Southern California?

In Southern California, the most common types of rats that homeowners and businesses encounter are the Norway rat (also known as the brown rat) and the roof rat (also called the black rat). Understanding these species can help you better protect your property from potential damage and health risks.

Types of rats in SoCal:

Norway Rat: This species is typically found near ground level, thriving in sewers, basements, crawl spaces, and around dumpsters. They are larger and more robust, often burrowing into soil or building foundations. Norway rats are notorious for chewing through wires and damaging structures, making them a serious concern for both residential and commercial properties.
Roof Rat: Smaller and more agile than Norway rats, roof rats prefer to nest above ground, commonly in attics, trees, and dense vegetation. They are excellent climbers and often invade homes through roof vents or cracks. Roof rats are known for contaminating food supplies and spreading diseases, posing risks to health and safety.

Both species are nocturnal and reproduce quickly, so early detection and professional rat control are key to preventing infestations. Southern California’s warm climate makes it an ideal environment for these rodents year-round, making awareness and prevention crucial.

If you suspect a rat problem on your property, contacting our local experts can help you identify the species and implement effective control measures tailored to Southern California conditions.

To get started with our team of rat exterminators in Southern California, please contact us online.

Addressing Rat Infestations

Rats are mammals, like cats and dogs, which makes them tricky to deal with when compared to insect pests. Rodents are very smart, which can make tracking them down and eliminating them very difficult. But, because rats are just looking for food, water, and shelter like other pests, it means that by finding the sources of these resources, we can effectively eliminate these creatures.

With our Southern California rat exterminator services, we emphasize fast and effective solutions that limit the amount of disruption to you and your family. We will first conduct a thorough, free home inspection to identify the size and scope of your rat problem before we design a solution for your unique situation. With our team of experts by your side, your rat problems will quickly disappear.

Kilter Termite and Pest Control Has Rat REmoval Solutions for You

Dealing with a rat problem on your own can feel impossible to do by yourself and can be very overwhelming. Don’t try to tackle your rat infestation by yourself — call the experts at Kilter Termite and Pest Control instead.

We offer high-quality, effective rat removal services across Southern California. We have proudly served our neighbors in Long Beach, Torrance, Temecula, Huntington Beach, Escondido, and beyond since 1991. With our team by your side, you will be rid of your rat problems fast.

Questions about rat control in Southern California? Do not hesitate to give us a call at (866) 827-1727 or contact us online to speak with one of our experts.

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Real feedback from people who rely on us to protect their homes & Businesses.

It was great to have hired them
“My money was spent well in getting their service.”

Edward T.
I had three bids and was glad I went with Kilter.
“Luis was simply amazing. He was very knowledgeable and was able to locate termites where our salesman didn’t even look or find them. I was very impressed. I had three bids and was glad I went with Kilter.”

Bill F.
Beyond pleased
“I am beyond pleased I reached out to Kilter.”

Jennifer M.
Fantastic service
“Overall, it’s a fantastic service and I have already recommended their service to 2 colleagues.”

Mayer K.
Excellent service.
“Cory showed up at the specified time, introduced himself & checked the locations of concern. He went right to work, quickly applied treatment. He was courteous and informative. Excellent service.”

Ken G.
Would heartily recommend them to anyone needing termite or dry rot repair work done.
“They kept their workspace neat and cleaned up everything completely. We would heartily recommend them to anyone needing termite or dry rot repair work done.”

Paul H.
Highly recommend Kilter. Excellent service.
“Had a termite inspection and extermination. On time, on budget. After several weeks, the company advised I check around for hot spots, and Luis (the technician) came back out and took care of it as per their warranty. No hassles, no fuss. Luis is a real pro.”

Michael L.
I would so recommend this business to others.
“I am thankful for Kilter Termite & Pest Control for taking care of the pests in our old home”

Stephen T.
Impressed with their work and would hire them again if need be.
“The team from Kilter came on time and immediately did their magic.”

Irene C.

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