Rat Loft spaces are quiet, warm and rarely disturbed, which makes them one of the most common places for rats to nest in Thetford homes. Many homeowners only discover a problem after hearing noises overhead or spotting damage to stored items.
Common signs to look out for
- Scratching, scurrying or squeaking sounds, particularly at night
- Droppings scattered around the loft floor or near stored boxes
- Gnawed insulation, cables or wooden joists
- Torn or shredded material used to build a nest
- A stale, ammonia-like smell in or near the loft hatch
- Grease marks along beams where rats regularly travel
Why loft infestations should not be ignored
Left unchecked, rats in a loft can cause real damage, chewing through electrical cabling, which presents a fire risk, and damaging insulation, water tanks and stored belongings. Their droppings and urine can also contaminate the loft space, which is a health concern for anyone who needs to access it.
What a professional loft inspection involves
A thorough inspection checks the full loft space for nesting sites, droppings, entry points around the roofline, soffits and eaves, and any damage already caused. From there, a suitable combination of trapping, baiting and monitoring is used to clear the infestation, along with advice on sealing entry points to stop rats returning.
If you have heard noises in your loft or spotted droppings in your Thetford home, Green Pest Control can carry out a full inspection and arrange appropriate treatment. Call 01502 630 122 for a free, no-obligation quotation.
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