What’s That Noise Coming From Your Attic?

What pests have gotten into your attic?

This question is not always answered as easily as you might expect. A number of different pests find attic spaces appealing, and many of them make similar noises as they walk around. The most common pests found in attics are rodents, including mice, rats, and squirrels. Other Louisiana wildlife that can be found in attic spaces include raccoons, opossums, bats, and birds. 

If you hear noises in your attic, you may be tempted to investigate to find out what pests are present, but this is not recommended. While they might seem harmless, you don’t want to inhale rodent feces or risk cornering an aggressive animal. The best course of action is to contact the trusted professionals at Anti-Pest.

Why have pests gotten into your attic?

Pests get into attics for three primary reasons: food, water, and shelter. Your attic offers warm and safe shelter, and your home provides a steady food and water supply. If pests can move in undisturbed and find what they’re looking for, they will likely stick around. The longer they remain, the more problems they can cause, and the more likely their population will grow.

Why do you need to be concerned about pests in your attic?

A pest infestation is irritating, but a rodent or wildlife infestation can be particularly concerning. These pests are known to spread diseases, and you don’t have to contact them directly to get sick from them. They often contaminate food or food prep surfaces with their droppings.

They are also incredibly destructive. Rodents chew on anything they can sink their teeth into, and any wildlife, simply due to their size and habits, will cause a lot of damage to your house. These pests have been known to damage electrical, plumbing, and HVAC systems, destroy insulation, and damage personal property.

How to keep rodents and wildlife out of your attic

If you’d like to avoid dealing with a rodent or wildlife infestation, you have to work to prevent these pests from getting into your house. The following tips can help:

• Seal all openings, no matter how small.
• Replace or repair shingles. 
• Repair holes.
• Cover vents and cap your chimney.
• Cut back branches and foliage that touch the sides or roof of your house.
• Remove outdoor food sources.
• Ensure your property has good drainage and doesn’t retain much moisture.
• Keep your yard well-maintained.
• Keep all food in your house stored in sealed containers.
• Take out your trash regularly.
• Address any leaks or other moisture issues inside your house.
• Implement a year-round pest control plan.

By enacting good pest prevention strategies now, you can avoid pest problems in the future.

What to do if you suspect pests are in the attic

If you hear noises coming from your attic or have other reasons to believe you have a problem, contact Anti-Pest immediately. We are experts in identifying, preventing, and eliminating rodent and wildlife infestations. With almost 75 years of industry experience, we have developed the best treatment methods for dealing with rodents and wildlife in Shreveport, Bossier, and throughout our Northwest Louisiana service area. 

Anti-Pest will customize a plan for your particular needs, removing active pests and ensuring no new rodents or wildlife enter your house. Our service begins with a thorough inspection to determine what pests are present, where they’re harboring, and how they got inside. We’ll then implement a removal plan that may include setting humane traps, relocation services, physical deterrents, and more. If we locate holes or other entry points, we’ll refer you to a trusted pest exclusion company to seal the openings.

Rest easy each night, knowing scratching, squeaking, and other noises from your attic won’t wake you up. Contact Anti-Pest today for the best rodent control and wildlife removal in Shreveport-Bossier!