Rat Control

Rat Control in Houston

Humane Removal Without Traps or Poisons

Rat activity can create serious concerns for homeowners and businesses, including contaminated surfaces, damaged materials, and disruption in customer-facing spaces. Signs in attics, walls, garages, crawl spaces, kitchens, or storage areas call for a professional assessment that addresses both the active animals and how they entered the structure.

Founded in 2006, 911 Wildlife provides rat control services for residential and commercial properties throughout Houston. We’re owned and operated by wildlife rehabilitators, and we remove wildlife without traps or poisons while keeping animal welfare a priority.

Call (903) 289-7255 today. Ask about emergency service.

Safe & Humane Rat Removal

Our one-way doors allow animals to exit the property while preventing them from re-entering through the same opening.

Rat removal is only part of the solution. After the animals leave, we focus on sealing current and potential entry points so the structure is less vulnerable to renewed wildlife access.

An Ethical & Compassionate Approach

As wildlife rehabilitators, we use one-way doors for safe eviction and don’t use traps or poisons.

Environmental Considerations

Some traditional rat control methods use chemicals that may pose risks to people, pets, wildlife, and the surrounding environment. Our no-poison approach avoids introducing rodenticides into the property. We exclusively use wildlife-control techniques endorsed by organizations including the Humane Society of the United States, the Houston SPCA, Bat Conservation International, Wildlife Center of Texas, Friends of Texas Wildlife, DFW Wildlife Coalition, and North Texas Wildlife Center.

Health & Safety

Rat droppings, urine, saliva, dander, and contaminated food or surfaces can create potential health concerns, particularly in enclosed or heavily affected areas. According to the CDC, you shouldn’t sweep or vacuum rodent urine, droppings, or contaminated materials before disinfection because doing so can disturb contaminated particles.

Long-Term Effectiveness

We inspect relevant areas such as the exterior, roof, attic, and crawl spaces, identify active and potential access points, install one-way doors where appropriate, and complete exclusion work after the animals exit.

We back our exclusion work with a 10-year guarantee. This guarantee applies to the workmanship of the sealing itself rather than promising that no wildlife can ever access another part of the property.

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The Signs of a Rat Infestation

Short of actually seeing a rat, possible warning signs include the following:

One observation doesn’t always confirm the species or extent of the activity. Repeated evidence in kitchens, attics, garages, wall voids, storage areas, or spaces near the roofline is a reason to request an inspection.

Droppings: Finding rodent droppings around the property, especially in kitchens, pantries, and storage areas, is an indicator of possible rat activity. Larger or recurring accumulations may suggest continued access to the property.
Gnaw marks: Evidence of gnawing on wood, plastic, wiring, or other materials may indicate rat activity.
Nesting materials: Rats, like mice, may use shredded paper, fabrics, and other soft materials to build their nests.
Grease marks: Rats can leave greasy smudges along walls and baseboards as they follow established travel routes.
Strange noises: Scratching, scurrying, or squeaking sounds, particularly at night, may indicate activity within walls, ceilings, or attics.
Unusual pet behavior: A dog barking or repeatedly pawing at the same area could be reacting to activity that isn’t otherwise visible. Repeated attention to one location is worth investigating.

The Dangers of Rat Infestations

Prompt assessment can help property owners address concerns such as these:

Health risks: Contact with rat droppings, urine, saliva, nesting materials, and contaminated surfaces may expose people to harmful pathogens. Avoid disturbing contaminated material until you understand the appropriate cleaning precautions.
Allergens and asthma triggers: Rat dander, urine, and feces may trigger allergic reactions or aggravate asthma symptoms in sensitive people.
Food contamination: Rats can contaminate stored food items and food-handling surfaces with droppings, urine, or fur.
Property damage: Rats may gnaw on electrical wiring, wooden materials, and insulation, creating potential fire and property-damage concerns.
Parasites and secondary pests: Rats can carry fleas, ticks, and mites, which may create additional concerns for people and pets. Their presence may also require broader pest control considerations.
Reputation damage: For businesses, visible rat activity can undermine customer confidence and affect online reviews, stored goods, employee spaces, and customer-facing areas.

Humane Rat Control for Houston Properties

We provide humane rat control for Houston properties through inspection, one-way-door eviction, and wildlife exclusion without traps or poisons.

Our exclusion workmanship is backed by a 10-year guarantee that applies to the sealing work we perform.

Request a Houston Rat Removal Assessment

Tell us where you’ve noticed droppings, noises, gnaw marks, or other signs of activity. Our team can assess the property, explain the recommended removal and exclusion work, and provide a fair, transparent quote.

Call (903) 289-7255 or contact us online today.

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Our Reviews hear From Your Friends & Neighbors

"Quick and excellent service."
911 Wildlife did a great job quickly resolving a raccoon problem. The entry was in a complex spot on the 2nd story of my ...

Harry A.
"Conscientious and reliable service."
911 Wildlife was great to work with. They were conscientious, showed concern for our situation, and made a plan to address ...

Marti W.
"Reliable & Friendly"
911 Wildlife was very prompt at returning my initial inquiry and getting me all the info I needed and at a good price. Reliable and friendly employees make the difference!

Katie K.
"Excellent Service"
911 Wildlife is my immediate go-to for rodent control. Devin is the best. Don’t waste time finding the source of those pesky critters. Always fair pricing and excellent service. I highly recommend.

Kathleen C.
"Very Professional"
Rob and his team arrived on time and installed grating, patched a hole, and installed a one-way outlet to evict a raccoon from my attic. They are professional and easy to work with. I recommend their services!

David M.
"Great Job"
These people know how to deal with varmints in an informed humane way. They know animals and know how to manage them without harm to them or you. Call 'em now if you've got raccoons, possums, squirrels or even rats in the attic. They serve FORT WORTH as we

Claudia C.
"Great job identifying and sealing entry points."
We had signs of wildlife in our attic, including snakes and rats. 911 Wildlife did a great job identifying and sealing entry ...

Chris M.
"Great Service"
Our technician Ryan was the best. He was prompt and very thorough... He repaired the roof and flashing, and re-painted beautifully. The squirrels are gone! The service is effective and humane. I completely recommend!

Katherine G.

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