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Rats and Mice in the Roof: Signs, Risks and Prevention

By Stain Busters Pest Control Wagga · 23 October 2026 · 2 min read

Key takeaways
  • Scratching at night, droppings and gnaw marks are the classic signs.
  • Rodents can fit through very small gaps.
  • Sealing entry points matters as much as baiting or trapping.

Signs you have rodents

Scratching or scurrying in the ceiling at night, dark droppings along walls and in pantries, gnaw marks on food packaging and timber, and a strong ammonia smell are the usual signs.

Why it matters

Rodents contaminate food and surfaces and can chew through wiring, which is a fire risk. They also breed quickly, so a few can become many in weeks.

Rats, mice or possums?

Thumping heavy steps often points to a possum rather than a rat. We inspect to confirm what you have, because the treatment is different. See rodent control and possum removal.

Keep them out

Seal gaps around pipes, vents and roof edges, store food in sealed containers, keep gardens trimmed back from the house and remove fallen fruit and pet food. Call 02 6931 2755 for an inspection.

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