Signs You Need Rodent Control & Removal
Droppings along walls, in cabinets, or under sinks
Scratching or scurrying sounds in walls or ceilings
Gnaw marks on food packages, wires, or wood
Grease marks along baseboards from rodent fur
Nesting materials like shredded paper or insulation
Musky odor in enclosed spaces
Actually seeing mice or rats, especially at night
Professional Rodent Control
for Safety and Peace-of-Mind
High season for rodent problems are the fall and winter. Escaping winter months, these rodents look to make your cozy home theirs.
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There is a plethora of problems that come from rats and mice being in your home. Whether they are affecting your children, pets, appliances, or quietly causing problems in the background – professional rodent control is what you are seeking!
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Mice and rats may seem small but let’s not underestimate the creatures that caused the Black Plague. Rodents bring with them fleas and disease which could potentially harm your family. Prolonged exposure to these animals could cause lasting damage, which is why it is important to get in contact with a professional pest control company as soon as possible.
And remember – if the problem started once it could easily start again. Sealing up entry points and making sure the problem doesn’t occur again is crucial and this is where Court Pest Control can help. Our professional pest control specialists will make sure your house is safe from rodents.
Court Pest Control Rodent Services:
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Rodents such as mice and rats can cause significant property damage by chewing through insulation, ductwork, sheetrock, and electrical wiring.
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Their gnawing habits are a leading cause of electrical fires in homes and commercial buildings.
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Rodent infestations can contaminate living and working spaces with droppings and urine.
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Rodent feces may carry harmful pathogens that pose serious health risks.
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Diseases associated with rodents include Hantavirus Pulmonary Syndrome and the Bubonic Plague.
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Untreated infestations can threaten both the safety of your property and the health of occupants.
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Professional rodent control helps eliminate infestations and reduces the risk of future damage and disease exposure.
Facts About Squirrels & Voles:
Squirrels
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Squirrels are members of the rodent family, just like mice and rats.
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They can squeeze through surprisingly small openings to access homes and buildings.
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Their climbing and jumping abilities allow them to enter attics, eaves, crawl spaces, and other hard-to-reach areas.
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Once inside, squirrels often shred insulation and other materials to create nesting areas.
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They may chew on PVC pipes, wood, and electrical wiring, causing costly property damage.
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Damaged electrical cords can create a serious fire hazard.
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Significant damage can occur within just a few days of an infestation.
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Court Pest Control provides humane squirrel removal services to safely eliminate infestations.
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We also install exclusion measures, such as chimney caps and entry-point repairs, to prevent squirrels from returning.
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Our goal is to protect your home while providing a long-term solution to squirrel problems.
Voles
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Voles are small rodents that resemble both mice and moles.
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They primarily feed on plants, roots, stems, bulbs, and other vegetation.
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Vole populations can grow rapidly, leading to widespread lawn and garden damage.
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Their feeding habits can weaken or destroy grass, flowers, shrubs, and landscape plants.
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One of the first signs of a vole infestation is patches of yellowing or dying grass.
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Voles create visible surface runways or tunnels that are typically about 2 inches wide.
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These runways often have a distinctive zigzag pattern throughout lawns and landscaped areas.
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Entry and exit holes are usually about the size of a golf ball.
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If left untreated, voles can cause extensive damage to lawns, gardens, and ornamental plants.
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Professional pest control can help identify vole activity and implement effective solutions to protect your property.
Treatment options:
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Court Pest Control uses proven and effective treatment methods to eliminate rodent infestations.
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Our technicians utilize specialized equipment to target rodents directly within their burrows and nesting areas.
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Carbon monoxide can be strategically injected into active burrow systems to provide fast and thorough control of burrowing rodents.
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This targeted treatment helps eliminate pests at the source while minimizing disruption to your property.
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The process is designed to avoid secondary toxicity risks to pets and other non-target animals.
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Our treatment approach is both safe and environmentally responsible when performed by trained professionals.
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By addressing active infestations quickly, we help prevent further damage to lawns, gardens, structures, and utilities.
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Court Pest Control customizes treatment plans based on the type and severity of the rodent activity.
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We focus on long-term solutions that not only eliminate current infestations but also help prevent future problems.
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Our goal is to provide effective, safe, and reliable rodent control for lasting peace of mind.
Your Pest Control Questions Answered
We serve homeowners and businesses across four Western Pennsylvania counties: Allegheny, Westmoreland, Butler and Washington. That includes Pittsburgh, McKeesport, Murrysville, Monroeville, Penn Hills, West Mifflin, Wexford, Mt. Lebanon and Sewickley.
Yes. Same-day appointments are available across many of our service areas. Call 412-672-7378 or request an appointment online and we'll get back to you quickly.
We provide complete pest management for homes and businesses throughout Greater Pittsburgh. Our services cover general pests (ants, spiders and cockroaches), rodents, termites, bed bugs, stinging insects, wildlife, bats and birds, and mosquitoes, fleas and ticks. We also build customized programs for commercial properties.
Pricing depends on the pest, property size, infestation level and treatment required. As a guide, rodent control starts at $199–$269, ant treatments at $199–$249 (excluding carpenter ants), stinging insects at $225+, and bed bugs and termites at $1,200–$2,500. See our Pricing Guide for more detail.
The process has four steps. You tell us what pest problem you're dealing with, then a qualified technician inspects the property and identifies the source. We apply a targeted treatment for your situation, then provide recommendations and follow-up where appropriate to help keep pests out.