Rodent Control in Fort Myers Shores, FL — Trapped, Excluded, Gone

Rat droppings are roughly the size of a grain of rice or larger; mouse droppings are smaller and more pointed. Noise timing and gnaw-mark size also differ.

Exclusion is the permanent fix — trapping without sealing just clears the current population while leaving the door open for the next one.

Dry sweeping droppings can release airborne particles; it's safer to let the crew handle cleanup with the right protective equipment.

Most single-family homes take one visit for trapping and sealing, with a follow-up 1-2 weeks later to confirm no new activity.

Snap traps and sealing come first; bait stations are reserved for specific situations like commercial perimeter control.

Accessible food sources, standing water, cluttered storage, and unsealed foundation gaps are the most common draws. We often recommend homeowners do a seasonal walk-around of the foundation, since new gaps can open up after freeze-thaw cycles.