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Rodent exclusion eliminates rodent access to your home and costs around $200 to $600.

Rodent exterminators use a combination of traps and bait stations to kill mice. They also seal up your home and clean up any droppings.

The best way to identify rat entry points is with a local pest control pro who is trained and experienced in finding them. They’re not always obvious, and leaving even one open can lead to re-infestation.

The best way to keep rodents away from your home is to keep all food sources secure and block all entries. Keep a clean home and your food in secure, airtight containers.

A humane rodent trap is the best way to eliminate rats in your walls and attic. Poisons also work but present a health hazard for both your family and pets. For the most humane solution, either choose a live trap and release the animal at least a mile from any human dwelling or use an electronic or auto-reset CO2 trap that kills the animal quickly and painlessly.

There are plenty of conflicting reports on peppermint’s effectiveness at deterring rats. However, most experts agree that peppermint oil won’t get rid of already nesting rodents, but it might help deter future infestations.