Why Fall Is the Time to Act
Mice and rats look for warmth, food, and shelter as the weather cools, and Pacific Northwest homes give them plenty of ways in. A mouse can slip through a gap the size of a dime. Once they are inside, a small problem grows quickly.
Holiday guests, stored boxes in garages and attics, and a fuller pantry make a home even more inviting. The best time to deal with it is before you hear the scratching.
What a Fall Inspection Covers
- Exterior: foundation, siding, earth-to-wood contact, vents, and utility penetrations
- Crawl space and attic checks for droppings, nesting, and damaged screens
- Garage doors, weatherstripping, and the roofline
- Interior signs of activity in kitchens, pantries, and basements
- A written plan for your property, with entry points identified
What You Can Do Right Now
- Trim plants back from the house and keep mulch a few inches below the siding
- Store food and pet food in sealed containers
- Get stored boxes off the garage floor
- Do not seal holes yourself before an inspection, since that can trap rodents inside
Stay Ahead With a Monthly Plan
Monthly service plans run $75 to $150 depending on structure size and visit frequency, and include regular monitoring of bait stations and entry points. Treatments are backed by a 45 to 60 day warranty, or for as long as you stay on a regular service plan.
Serving Seattle, Shoreline and Nearby
Bugnation is licensed in Washington State (PCO General and PCO Structural) and carries $2 million in liability insurance. We serve Shoreline, Seattle, Bellevue, Lynnwood, and Edmonds, within about 15 miles of ZIP 98155. Same-day appointments are available. Hours are 8:30 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. October through April.
Frequently Asked Questions
How much is a fall inspection?
Residential and commercial inspections are $195.
Should I seal holes myself?
Please wait for the inspection. Sealing an opening with rodents still inside can trap them in the walls. I find every entry point first, then seal them as part of the plan.
Do you offer same-day appointments?
Often, yes. Call (206) 850-5455 and I will do my best to fit you in.