How to Get Rid of Rats in California
California has a serious rat problem. In 2025, Los Angeles ranked as the number-one rattiest city in America, according to Orkin’s annual Rattiest Cities report, with San Francisco, San Diego, and Sacramento all appearing in the top 50. Rats are drawn to the state’s mild climate, dense urban areas, and abundant food sources, making Southern […]
Rat Poop vs Mouse Poop
Spotted small dark droppings in your home? Your first job is figuring out whether you have rats or mice. According to the CDC, breathing in air disturbed near infected rodent droppings can transmit serious diseases – including hantavirus, which Mayo Clinic notes carries a fatality rate of 30 to 50%. Identifying the species correctly determines […]
Rats in Attic in Apple Valley CA? Here’s What to Do
That scratching in your ceiling after dark isn’t random. If you live in Apple Valley, Victorville, or anywhere in the High Desert, there’s a strong chance you’re hearing roof rats, and they’ve likely been there longer than you think. Rats in the attic are one of the most common and destructive pest problems facing High […]