Professional Rodent Inspection Services

During a rodent inspection, our licensed technician systematically examines both the exterior and interior of your property. We look for entry points, nesting sites, food and water sources, droppings, damage, and signs of activity. We use specialized tools including UV lights to detect urine trails. After the inspection, we identify the rodent species, assess infestation size, and create a customized treatment plan.

We use a comprehensive approach: visual inspection for droppings, gnaw marks, and nesting materials; UV LED lights to illuminate urine trails; inspection of common harborage points like attics, crawlspaces, and wall voids; checking for entry points around foundations, pipes, and vents; and looking for outdoor signs like burrows and tunnels. We also examine food storage areas and check for grease marks along walls.

Rodent traps should be checked at least every 24-48 hours. Dead rodents can attract other pests and create odor issues if left too long. For monitoring purposes after treatment, we typically check traps weekly to ensure the infestation has been eliminated. If rodents continue to be caught, additional treatment is needed.

EcoGuard offers rodent inspections which includes a complete interior and exterior assessment, species identification, entry point identification, UV light detection, damage assessment, and a custom treatment plan. Contact us to schedule your inspection.

Early signs include: droppings (small, dark pellets), gnaw marks on food packaging or structures, scratching or scurrying sounds in walls at night, nesting materials like shredded paper or fabric, unusual pet behavior, greasy rub marks along walls, and a musty or ammonia-like odor. If you notice any of these, schedule an inspection immediately.

Rodents can enter through surprisingly small openings—mice can squeeze through holes the size of a dime, rats through quarter-sized holes. Common entry points include: gaps around pipes and wires, cracks in foundations, spaces under doors, damaged vents and screens, roof gaps, and openings around utility lines. Our inspection identifies all potential entry points.

Yes, our inspection evaluates infestation size by assessing the amount of droppings, extent of damage, number of entry points being used, nesting site locations, and activity patterns. This information is critical for determining the appropriate treatment scope and whether adjacent properties may also be affected.

Mice and rats require different treatment approaches. Mice are smaller (droppings are rice-sized), more curious, and nest inside structures. Rats are larger (droppings are bean-sized), more cautious, and may nest underground or in attics. Trap sizes, bait types, and placement strategies differ significantly between species.

Different rodent species have different behaviors, nesting preferences, and food preferences. Using the wrong trap size or bait type can result in failed treatment. For example, roof rats are excellent climbers and nest high, while Norway rats prefer ground-level burrows. Proper identification ensures effective treatment.

A thorough rodent inspection typically takes 30-60 minutes depending on property size and accessibility. Larger properties or those with extensive attic/crawlspace areas may take longer. We take the time needed to ensure no area is overlooked and all entry points are identified.

No, don't clean up before the inspection. Droppings, nesting materials, and other signs help us assess the infestation's size, identify high-traffic areas, and determine how long rodents have been present. After the inspection and treatment plan is created, we can advise on safe cleanup procedures.

Rodents in walls are common and detectable during inspection through sounds, smell, and evidence at entry/exit points. We can locate wall voids where rodents are active and develop treatment strategies that target these areas without requiring extensive wall demolition.

Yes, we provide rodent inspections for commercial properties including restaurants, warehouses, office buildings, and retail spaces. Commercial inspections follow similar protocols but also consider food safety regulations, customer-facing areas, and business-specific concerns.

After the inspection, we present our findings including species identified, entry points, infestation extent, and damage assessment. We then create a customized treatment plan using our IPM approach—combining baits, traps, and exclusion work. We discuss pricing, timeline, and ongoing monitoring to ensure complete elimination.

The inspection is the critical first step, but it's followed by treatment and monitoring. Rodent control typically requires multiple visits to eliminate the infestation, seal entry points, and confirm the problem is resolved. Our ongoing monitoring ensures rodents don't return after treatment.