Services
Rodent Removal
At Eagle Pest Control & Tree Service, we have been providing professional rodent removal for homes and businesses across Southcentral Alaska for more than 23 years. Our approach starts with a thorough inspection and focuses on eliminating the current infestation while protecting your property from future intrusions.
Why Rodents Are a Serious Problem in Alaska
Alaska winters push rodents indoors. As temperatures drop, mice and shrews seek out warm spaces in walls, attics, crawl spaces, and basements. Beyond the nuisance, rodents carry real risks — their droppings and urine can spread bacteria and disease, they chew through electrical wiring creating a significant fire hazard, and tear through insulation to build nests.
Our Rodent Removal Process
Step 1: Thorough Inspection
We begin by identifying the species, locating nesting areas, and assessing what is attracting rodents to your property.
Step 2: Sanitation and Source Reduction
Effective rodent control requires removing the conditions that support an infestation. We help identify and address food sources and hiding places.
Step 3: Population Elimination
We apply a targeted combination of bait, poison stations, and traps based on the species and severity of the infestation.
Step 4: Entry Point Exclusion
We identify and address gaps, cracks, and access points around the property to reduce the risk of future intrusions.
Step 5: Monitoring
After treatment, we monitor the property to confirm activity has been eliminated and that your home or business remains protected.
Tips to Help with Mice Problems
Preventing infestations of small mammals in homes begins with regular upkeep and cleanliness. Here are proactive steps you can take:
- Seal all entry points — gaps around pipes, windows, and doors
- Store food in sealed containers; never leave food out overnight
- Clear away droppings and nesting materials from attics, basements, and garages
- Keep firewood and debris away from the foundation of your home
- Monitor for gnaw marks on materials and repair damages promptly
- Remove clutter that provides hiding places for rodents
- Keep garbage in sealed containers and remove trash regularly
- Trim vegetation and shrubs away from the exterior of your home
Frequently Asked Questions
How do I know if I have mice or shrews?
Mice tend to be brown with visible ears and a long tail, while the Northern Short-tailed Shrew is uniformly gray-brown with no visible eyes or ears. Our inspection process identifies the species so we can apply the right treatment.
Are the products you use safe for children and pets?
Yes. We use bait stations specifically designed to keep products contained and out of reach of children and pets. Safety is a priority in every treatment we perform.
How quickly can you respond to a rodent problem?
We operate Monday through Sunday, 8 AM to 8 PM. Contact us directly to schedule an inspection, and we will get to your property as soon as possible.
Can rodents come back after treatment?
They can if entry points are not addressed. That is why our process includes exclusion work to seal off access points after we eliminate the active infestation.
Is one treatment usually enough?
For many infestations, yes. However, the severity of the problem and the extent to which all entry points can be addressed will influence the timeline.