Can You Have Winter Rats?

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Can You Have Winter Rats?

Some rodents hibernate during the winter, but unfortunately rats are NOT one of those hibernating critters. What’s doubly unfortunate is that, when the colder weather hits, rate are even more in need of warm lodging and a reliable food source. This makes your home or business more attractive and more at risk of a rat […]

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Rats vs Mice: Why it Matters

Be it a rat or a mouse, most see a rodent and PANIC. This is a natural reaction, as both are bad news for the safety and health of your home or business. While their tell-tale signs and physicality appear similar, rat and mouse habits actually aren’t the same. This is important when it comes […]

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What is Rat or Rodent Exclusion?

Rodents like mice and rats are among the most common pests in the Seattle area, in urban, suburban, rural, and shoreline settings. The number of rodents in the area makes it very likely that most local homes and businesses will eventually be forced to deal with an infestation. While our Cascade Pest technicians can certainly […]

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5 Reasons for Professional Rodent & Rat Control

Why are there so many rats, mice, and rodents in the Seattle region, and what should you do if some of them choose to invade your home? Rats are especially common in places where large groups of humans live, because rats depend on humans to survive. The population growth, climate, and landscape of Seattle and […]

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How to Identify and Control Rats

It’s important to catch any sort of rodent infestation as early on as possible. Home and business owners in the Seattle and Greater Puget Sound Area know this well, as our region is particularly prone to rats and mice. Regardless of the time of year, you should be on the lookout for signs of rats […]

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Why Do I Have Rats?

Rats are an unwelcome but common sight in the Seattle area, and not just in urban settings. They forage for food and search for shelter, which unfortunately means that local homes are a prime target for rat infestations. We’ve dealt with many rat infestations over our decades of experience at Cascade Pest Control, and there […]

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Are Rats Taking Over the Seattle Region?

Rats depend on humans for survival. They eat our waste, take up residence in our homes, and often spend time colonizing many of the hidden places in our cities. Most people would rather not see them at all, yet they prove almost impossible to eliminate. It has been that way for centuries, and remains true […]

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How Rats Get Into House Roofs & Prevention

Rat Control & Prevention Rats damage hundreds of thousands of dollars worth of attic insulation every day.  And it’s tough to imagine just how they get in.  The accompanying video shows but one example of how rats—as well as mice and squirrels—can get in between your ceiling and the roof of your home.  At this […]

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Rat Problems in Redmond-Woodinville, WA

Rodent Control for Redmond-Woodinville Area of Greater Seattle Learn more about what rodent damage looks like, and the extent to which rodents can harm the security and integrity of your home. Follow our trained technician on-site as he details some common entry points and signs of rodent presence throughout this video. This specific site shows […]

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How to Get Rid of (and avoid) Rats

Rats are filthy and often aggressive. Plus they do thousands of dollars ($) in damage to homes and other structures all the time. Finally, they can spread disease. Obviously, you don’t want rats or other rodents living with you. Rat and rodent control is a necessity to protect your home and your health. But rat […]

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