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Rodent Removal
Rodent Removal Services in Asheville & Western North Carolina
Hearing scratching in your walls at night? Finding droppings in your pantry? Mountain homes in Western North Carolina attract rodents looking for shelter, especially when temperatures drop. At Eco Pest Solutions, we've helped homeowners in Asheville, Hendersonville, Weaverville, and Black Mountain solve rodent problems for nearly 20 years. We don't just trap and remove pests. We find how they're getting in and stop them from coming back. Call us at (828) 301-0191 for a free estimate.
Signs You Have a Rodent Problem
Rodents leave clear signs of their presence. Spotting these early helps you address the problem before it gets worse.
Droppings and Odors: Mouse droppings look like small, dark grains of rice. Rat droppings are larger and shaped like cylinders. You'll find these near food, in cabinets, under sinks, or along walls. A strong ammonia smell often shows up in enclosed spaces like crawlspaces or attics.
Scratching and Scurrying: Hearing movement at night in your walls, ceiling, or attic? Mice and rats are nocturnal. Those nighttime sounds mean you likely have rodents.
Chew Marks: Rodents constantly chew to keep their teeth short. Look for gnaw marks on wood, plastic, wiring, and drywall. Chewed food packaging in your pantry is another obvious sign.
Grease Marks: Rats and mice leave greasy rub marks along walls and baseboards where they travel regularly.
Common Rodents in WNC
House Mice: The most common rodent pest in our area. Small and brown or gray, they squeeze through openings as small as a dime and reproduce quickly.
Norway Rats: Large, heavy-bodied rats that burrow and nest in crawlspaces and basements. They enter through gaps around utility lines or damaged foundation vents.
Roof Rats: Excellent climbers that prefer attics and upper levels. Tree branches touching your roofline give them easy access.
Gray Squirrels: Common in yards but problematic in attics. They're active during the day and cause damage by chewing wood and electrical wiring.
Our Rodent Removal Process
Inspection: We thoroughly examine your property inside and out, looking for entry points, nesting areas, and damage.
Trap and Remove: We use the right trapping methods for each situation. For mice and rats, we use snap traps. For squirrels, we often use live traps and relocate them to better habitats.
Find Entry Points: Mice need only a dime-sized opening. Rats need about a quarter-sized hole. We check your foundation, roofline, utility line gaps, and crawlspace carefully.
Seal and Prevent: After removal, we seal entry points, repair damaged screens, install wire mesh where needed, and recommend trimming tree branches away from your roof.
Why Choose Eco Pest Solutions
Local Knowledge: Larry Spears has served the Asheville area for almost 20 years. Pest control has been in his family for three generations. We understand mountain homes and how seasonal weather affects rodent problems.
Complete Solutions: We remove current infestations, seal entry points, and help you prevent future problems.
Personal Service: As a family-owned business, we treat customers like neighbors. You'll work directly with experienced professionals who care about solving your problem.
Available When You Need Us: Pests don't keep business hours, and neither do we. Call us and unless we're on a job, we'll answer or call you right back.
Free Estimates: Contact us for a no-obligation inspection and quote.
Frequently Asked Questions
How quickly can you come out?
Usually within a day or two. Once we assess the situation, we can often start treatment immediately.
How much does it cost?
Costs vary based on the rodent type, infestation size, and exclusion work needed. Call for a free estimate.
Will you harm the animals?
We use snap traps for mice and rats. For squirrels, we often use live traps and relocate them. We always choose the most humane approach that solves your problem.
Can I do this myself?
Store-bought traps might catch a few rodents, but without sealing entry points, new ones keep coming in. Professional service addresses the whole problem and provides long-term protection.
Will they come back?
If we seal all entry points properly and you follow prevention tips, rodents shouldn't return. Mountain homes near woods face ongoing pressure, so some homeowners choose continuing service.
Get Help Today
Don't let rodents damage your home or risk your family's health. We serve Asheville, Hendersonville, Weaverville, Black Mountain, Old Fort, and all of Western North Carolina.
Call (828) 301-0191 for a free estimate, or email ecolarry1@gmail.com. Visit us at 509 Overhill Dr, Hendersonville, NC 28792.
We don't have set hours because the pests don't either. Call us and unless we're on the job, we'll answer or call you right back.