The holidays are a time for the welcome sounds of family and friends gathering. The last thing you want to hear is the unwelcome skittering or scratching in the attic just as your guests are settling in. As we head into November in Atlanta, rodents like mice and rats are making their final push to find a warm, sheltered place to spend the winter, and your home is their top target.
This article breaks down the signs of a fall rodent problem and how you can ensure your home is peaceful and pest-free for the holiday season.
Why Are Rodents Invading Atlanta Homes Now?
It’s simple: survival. The nights are getting colder, and their outdoor food sources are dwindling. Your home offers everything they need:
- Warmth: Your attic insulation or wall voids are the perfect nesting material.
- Food: Your pantry, pet food bowls, and kitchen crumbs are a feast.
- Shelter: Your home provides a safe haven from predators and the cold.
Signs You Have a Rodent Problem (Besides the Noises)
That scratching sound is the most obvious clue, but here are other signs you need to look for:
- Droppings: Small, dark pellets (like grains of rice) in the back of drawers, under the sink, or in the pantry.
- Gnaw Marks: Rodents have to chew constantly. Look for new, unexplained gnaw marks on wood, plastic, or even electrical wires (a serious fire hazard!).
- Nests: Piles of shredded paper, fabric, or insulation in dark, secluded corners of your attic, garage, or closets.
Ensure a Quiet Holiday – Guaranteed.
A rodent problem doesn’t go away on its own—it only gets bigger. A professional inspection is the fastest way to find out exactly where they’re getting in and how to get them out for good.
Our FREE Rodent Inspection is the perfect first step to securing your home. Let our expert technicians identify entry points and create a plan for a rodent-free holiday.
Don’t Wait for an Embarrassing Holiday Surprise
Finding a single mouse dropping means a family is likely hiding nearby. Don’t let an infestation grow in the weeks leading up to Thanksgiving. As your local Atlanta exterminator, we can solve the problem quickly and affordably. Call Urban Pest Control today for peace of mind.
