Licensed & insured Local service
Professional Rat Control
Rat control with tamper-resistant bait stations, monitoring, and prevention advice.
Serving Southwestern Ontario and the 401 corridor.
- Inspection includedIdentify activity and treatment areas with your booked service.
- Service tailored to your propertyBait-station placement and follow-up are planned around the property, activity, children, and pets.
- Clear follow-up planKnow what to expect after your visit.
Free quote. No obligation to book.
Your quote confirms the price, service scope and follow-up arrangements. Inspection is included with booked service.
Signs of rat activity
Know what to look for and contact us to discuss the next step.
Dark, capsule-shaped droppings along walls or in cupboards
Gnaw marks on wood, wiring, or food packaging
Scratching or scurrying in walls or ceilings at night
Rat species found in Ontario
Identification changes the treatment. These guides cover the species, breeding and hiding places.
Norway Rat
Burrows, concealed routes and food access matter as much as the rat you see. An inspection should consider the outside and inside of the building together.
Identification guide →Roof Rat
The name of the room is not the identification. A rat seen near a roof needs to be assessed by its features and the wider activity on the property.
Identification guide →Before your visit
A quick checklist to discuss with your technician.
Why choose 401 Pest Control for Rat Control?
Owner-operated service from a licensed exterminator, with clear preparation instructions and follow-up terms.
Owner-operated service
Wick is the licensed exterminator who personally performs your treatment. Speak directly with the person doing the work.
Clear treatment guidance
Preparation and re-entry instructions are specific to the treatment, product label, and your household.
Local service across our region
Pest control and wildlife removal across Southwestern Ontario and the 401 corridor. Share your city or postal code to confirm scheduling.
Follow-up explained
Wasp and hornet nest removal includes a 3-month warranty. Cockroach treatment includes free follow-up re-treatment. Full terms are confirmed before booking.
How we treat rat control
Your quote explains the treatment scope, preparation and follow-up for your property.
Inspect rat activity
Assess reported activity, access points, food sources, and station locations.
Place tamper-resistant stations
Explain the agreed bait-station plan and precautions before placement.
Review activity
Confirm follow-up and monitoring, with prevention advice and any additional work clearly quoted.
Focus areas
Bait-station placement and follow-up are planned around the property, activity, children, and pets.
- Store garbage in tight bins and remove yard debris near walls.
- Inspect doors and garage seals for light gaps and replace worn weather stripping.
Where we handle Rat Control
Serving Southwestern Ontario and the 401 corridor. Choose your city for local information and confirm scheduling for your address.
Helpful Rat Control guides
Learn what to look for and when professional treatment makes sense.
Rat Control FAQs
Common questions about rat control in Southwestern Ontario.
How do you keep pets and kids safe?
We use tamper-resistant, locked bait stations and prioritise trapping and exclusion indoors.
Will sealing entry points really help?
Yes. Exclusion is the long-term fix. Rats can enter a gap the size of a quarter, so we seal them.
Do you seal rat entry points during the first visit?
Not automatically. We first assess the activity and likely entry points. Sealing work is quoted separately when needed, and the timing is planned so active rodents are not unintentionally trapped inside.
How long does a rat inspection and bait-station visit take?
The time depends on the property and access. We explain what was found, the likely entry points, and the next steps before leaving.
How fast will I see results?
Activity usually drops within the first week; we monitor and adjust until it is clear.