Rodent Control Orlando — Shield Pest Defense

A Permanent Solution

Trap-Only Rodent Control Doesn't Work

The most common mistake homeowners make with rodent problems is treating symptoms, not causes. Setting traps removes individual rodents — but if the entry points aren't sealed, new ones move in within days. Bait stations that kill rodents inside walls can create odor problems for weeks.

Shield's rodent control program begins with a thorough inspection to identify every entry point — gaps around pipes, soffit damage, foundation cracks, dryer vents, and utility penetrations. We seal every one before placing traps, so the population inside the home is eliminated permanently without ongoing replacement.

✓Full perimeter & attic entry point inspection

✓Professional exclusion work — hardware cloth, sealants, metal collars

✓Interior trap placement & removal

✓Exterior monitoring stations

✓Attic insulation assessment available

✓Follow-up visits until activity stops

Our Process

How We Eliminate Rodents Permanently

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Inspection & Entry Point Mapping

Bobby or a senior tech conducts a complete inspection of your home's exterior, attic, crawl space, garage, and utility areas. Every potential entry point is documented — including ones that look minor (mice can enter through a hole the size of a dime).

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Exclusion Work

We seal every identified entry point using materials rodents can't chew through: hardware cloth, galvanized metal, foam sealant, and caulk appropriate for each location. This is the step most companies skip — and why customers come to us after other companies fail.

3

Interior Trapping

Snap traps — the most effective and humane quick-kill method — are placed in activity areas (attic, behind appliances, along walls, under sinks). We never use interior poison bait, which leads to dead rodents in walls and serious odor issues.

4

Exterior Monitoring

Tamper-resistant bait stations are placed around the perimeter to reduce the rodent population in your yard and prevent re-entry attempts. These are checked and maintained on follow-up visits.

5

Follow-Up & Monitoring

We return on days 7 and 14 to check and clear traps, assess exclusion effectiveness, and confirm the infestation is resolved. Ongoing monitoring stations available for peace of mind.

Signs of Rodents

How to Know If You Have Mice or Rats

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Droppings

Mouse droppings are small, dark, and pointed — found near food, along walls, and in drawers. Rat droppings are larger and capsule-shaped. Fresh droppings are dark and moist.

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Nighttime Noises

Scratching, scurrying, or squeaking sounds in the attic, walls, or ceiling — especially at night when rodents are most active. Sounds often intensify when you turn on lights.

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Gnaw Marks

Fresh gnaw marks are light-colored. Old ones darken over time. Look at food packaging, wiring, wood structures, and PVC pipes — all favorite chew targets.

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Ammonia Odor

A persistent musty or ammonia smell — especially in confined areas like the attic, under sinks, or inside cabinets — signals active rodent urine contamination.

Treatment Gallery

Rodent Control in Orlando Homes

Common Questions

FAQ — Rodent Control

The most common entry points in Florida homes are: gaps around plumbing pipes through the wall (especially under sinks and behind washing machines), damaged or missing soffit vents, gaps around garage door thresholds, cracked foundation blocks, utility penetrations (AC lines, cable), and unscreened roof vents. A mouse can enter through any opening larger than 1/4 inch.

Interior rodenticide bait frequently causes rodents to die inside walls or the attic — creating an odor problem that can last weeks and is extremely difficult to resolve. We never use interior bait. Exterior bait stations are used around the perimeter where rodents that consume the bait will typically die outside. Interior trapping is always snap traps or live traps.

The initial inspection and exclusion typically take 2–4 hours depending on home size. Most infestations are fully resolved within 2–3 weeks (two follow-up visits). Heavy infestations or homes with extensive exclusion needs may take longer. We stay with it until the problem is solved.

When exclusion is done properly, recurrence is rare. We seal every identified entry point and verify the exclusion is complete. If you see signs of new activity within 30 days of service completion, we return at no charge. For high-risk properties (near fields, lakes, or wooded areas), we recommend ongoing exterior monitoring stations.

Rodent Control in Orlando