Melbourne pest specialists
Rat Control in Melbourne
Hearing scratching in the roof or finding droppings? Get help identifying activity, treating it and reducing entry points.
- Licensed & insured
- Written warranty terms
- Local Melbourne service
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Tell us where you need help - we move fast, with same-day appointments often available.
Quote
Free onsite quote
Visit duration
1-2 hours
Warranty
30-day guarantee
Safety
Tamper-proof stations
No call-out fees. Final pricing and any new-customer discount are confirmed in your free onsite quote before booking.
Plan your treatment
Choose a service and we’ll arrange a free onsite quote - no call-out fee to get one. We’ll confirm the scope and final price for your property before booking.
New customer? Ask about 25% off your first treatment. We’ll confirm eligibility and the discounted total in your quote.
No call-out fees. House (1–3 bedrooms): size, access and treatment needs affect your final quote.
Common signs
If you notice these around your home, it is usually time for a professional treatment.
- Scratching and thumping noises in the roof at night.
- Large droppings (12-18mm) along walls and in the pantry.
- Gnaw marks on timber, wiring, and pipes.
- Grease marks (rub marks) along walls and beams.
- Strong ammonia smell from urine.
How we treat them
What a licensed Melbourne visit typically includes.
- 1Entry Point Blockage: We identify and seal every gap they're using to get in.
- 2Roof & Subfloor Baiting: Commercial grade rodenticide they can't resist.
- 3Tamper Proof Stations: Locked bait stations placed away from children and pets.
- 4Carcass Removal: If we find them, we remove and dispose of them.
- 5Follow-Up Inspection: We check bait take and re-bait as needed.
Melbourne's Most Trusted Pest Control
Local technicians across Melbourne. Ask about same-day availability in your suburb. Free onsite quotes, no call-out fees.
Why Melbourne Chooses Pest Eraze
Licensed & Fully Insured
Licensed pest control technicians with $20M public liability insurance.
10+ Years in Business
Over a decade treating Melbourne homes and businesses - experience with every common local pest.
Local Melbourne Techs
Our technicians live in Melbourne - not subcontractors from interstate. They know local pests inside out.
Same-Day Emergency
Call to check same-day availability in your suburb. Appointment timing depends on technician availability, access and the work required.
Family & Pet Safety
Tell us about children and pets before treatment so we can explain product-specific precautions and re-entry guidance.
No Call-Out Fees
Every visit starts with a free onsite quote - no hidden fees, no call-out charges, no weekend surcharges. The price we quote is the price you pay.
Written Warranty
Eligible treatments include written cover terms and re-treatment conditions.
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Rat Control Service Areas in Melbourne
Outside our north-Melbourne same-day zone? Call us to check - we quote further jobs case by case.
Frequently Asked Questions
QHow much does rat removal cost in Melbourne?
We don't quote a fixed price online — every job gets a free onsite quote, with no call-out fee to get one. Final cost depends on the property, pest activity, access and treatment scope, confirmed before you book.
QHow do I know if I have rats or mice?
Rats leave droppings that are 12-18mm long (like a large grain of rice), while mouse droppings are only 3-6mm. Rats make loud thumping and scratching sounds in the roof, while mice make lighter scratching noises in walls. Rats also leave greasy rub marks along walls and beams where they travel regularly.
QHow long does it take to get rid of rats?
Most rat infestations are significantly reduced within 7-14 days of professional baiting. Complete colony elimination can take 2-4 weeks depending on the size of the infestation. We include a follow-up visit to check bait stations, re-bait if needed, and confirm the population has been eliminated.
QAre rat baits safe for pets and children?
Rodent baits can be harmful if accessed or eaten. Tell your technician about children and pets before treatment. Bait stations should be secured and positioned to reduce access, and you should follow the technician's placement and safety instructions. Contact a vet or poisons service promptly if exposure is suspected.
QWhy do I have rats in my roof in Melbourne?
Roof rats (Rattus rattus) are the most common rat species in Melbourne. They enter through gaps as small as 20mm around pipes, roof tiles, eaves, and vents. Nearby trees with branches overhanging the roof provide easy access. Fruit trees, pet food left outside, compost bins, and chicken coops also attract rats.
QCan rats come back after treatment?
If entry points are not sealed, rats can return. That is why our service includes identifying and advising on all entry points. We recommend proofing measures like trimming overhanging branches, sealing gaps around pipes, and installing mesh over vents. Our warranty covers re-treatment if rats return within the guarantee period.
Rat control and rodent checks in Melbourne
Scratching in a roof does not by itself confirm rats. Mice and wildlife can make similar noises, so identification comes before baiting or sealing an opening. Useful evidence includes droppings, gnawing, tracks, entry gaps and the time and location of activity. Keep a safe distance from droppings and avoid disturbing a possible wildlife shelter.
What a property assessment should resolve
Ask which species is suspected, where it is entering, what food or shelter is available and which parts of the property need attention. A plan may involve monitoring or control together with practical proofing advice. Treatment without addressing accessible food, water and entry points can leave the conditions for another problem in place. The Victorian Department of Health recommends inspection and reducing food, water and shelter sources.
Information to provide when you enquire
- Where you heard noises or found evidence, and when it first appeared.
- Clear photographs of droppings, gnawing or gaps, taken without handling material.
- Whether children, pets or other animals use the affected area.
- Any prior baiting, building work or known roof and subfloor access restrictions.
Do not block a suspected access point before identifying the animal and checking whether it is still inside. Ask how stations or other controls will be secured, what follow-up is included and which proofing work is part of the agreed scope. If the evidence points to smaller rodents, see mice control. If roof wildlife is possible, review possum removal and the relevant handling rules. Our droppings identification guide can help you describe the evidence without making a diagnosis.
Rats in the roof and rodent control near you
Searching for a rat exterminator in Melbourne, roof rat control or rodent removal? Describe the evidence rather than relying on scratching alone. Tell us about the location of droppings or gnawing, the timing of noises and any known roof or subfloor access restrictions. An assessment helps separate rats from mice or possums in the roof.
Rodent proofing and repeat activity
Ask how the plan addresses entry points, food sources and monitoring as well as current activity. Confirm whether physical proofing work and return visits are included in the quote. Mention children and pets before controls are selected. Request a rodent assessment with your suburb and the areas affected.
For help comparing the proposed work, read our rodent proofing and repair quote checklist. If you have already had treatment, use the rat activity after baiting guide to record evidence for an agreed follow-up rather than assuming new noises mean the treatment has failed.
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