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Rat Removal in Charleston and the Surrounding Areas

Bait alone doesn't solve rat problems. It just cycles through the population while new rats move in through the same gaps. Monster Wildlife traps what's there, seals every entry point, and backs the seal with a 3-year warranty. That's the only approach that actually works.

Signs of a rat infestation
Scratching, gnawing, or scurrying sounds at night (rats are nocturnal)
Droppings 3/4" or longer along baseboards, in cabinets, or in the attic
Greasy rub marks on walls and beams from rat fur
Gnaw marks on food packaging, wood, or plastic
Nesting material (shredded insulation, paper, or fabric) in hidden areas
Pet food disappearing from bowls left overnight
Holes chewed through drywall or cabinets
Health risks

Rats spread serious disease through contact, droppings, and urine

Hantavirus
Spread through inhalation of dust from rat droppings or urine. Hantavirus pulmonary syndrome has a 38% fatality rate. Do not sweep or vacuum rat droppings. Call a professional.
Leptospirosis
Bacterial infection spread through rat urine contaminating water or soil. Can cause kidney damage, liver failure, and meningitis.
Salmonellosis
Rats contaminate food and food preparation surfaces with their droppings. Salmonella infection is a serious risk in any kitchen with rat activity.
Why most pest control fails

The bait-only trap: why rats keep coming back

Most pest control companies provide bait stations. Bait kills rats, but it does nothing to seal the entry points they used to get in. As the existing population is eliminated, new rats follow the same scent trails into your home through the same gaps.

The only way to break the cycle is exclusion: physically sealing every gap larger than 1/2 inch in your foundation, roofline, and utility penetrations. This is what Monster Wildlife does, and it's the reason our results last.

Our guarantee

Every seal we install is warrantied for 3 years. If rats return through a gap we sealed during the warranty period, we come back and fix it at no charge. No bait-only company will make that offer, because bait alone doesn't work.

How we eliminate your rat problem.

01
Full Inspection
Interior and exterior: attic, crawlspace, walls, and all foundation perimeter. We find every entry point, even the ones smaller than a quarter.
02
Targeted Trapping
Snap traps and live traps placed at active runways and entry points. Monitored and cleared every 1 to 2 days. No bait stations left unmonitored.
03
Seal Every Entry
Once the population is eliminated, we seal every gap with hardware cloth, copper mesh, concrete, or matched exterior materials. Everything.
04
Sanitize & Monitor
Droppings removed, contaminated insulation pulled out, surfaces disinfected and fogged. Follow-up check at 30 days included.

Related services & locations

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Common questions

Rat removal questions, answered.

Roof rats (black rats, Rattus rattus) are the dominant species in Charleston. They're excellent climbers and prefer attics, walls, and upper floors. Norway rats (brown rats) are heavier-bodied and typically found in crawlspaces, basements, and ground-level areas. Both species are present in the Lowcountry, and many properties have both.
A single pair of roof rats can produce up to 40 offspring per year under ideal conditions. Rats reach sexual maturity in 5 weeks and breed year-round in Charleston's mild climate. A small initial infestation can become a large colony in just a few months. Early intervention is critical.
Both are essential, in that order. Trapping removes the existing population; exclusion prevents reinfestation. Bait-only approaches leave entry points open, meaning new rats move in as fast as existing ones are killed. We always do both: trap to remove, seal to prevent.
Rat droppings are 3/4" or longer, dark, and capsule-shaped. Mouse droppings are smaller (1/4"), with pointed ends. Rat gnaw marks are larger and rougher. Rats also leave greasy rub marks along walls and rafters from their fur. If you hear heavy movement in the walls or ceiling at night, it's likely rats.
Most rat removal jobs are resolved within 1 to 2 weeks. We install traps on day one, monitor and remove over several follow-up visits, then perform full exclusion once activity drops to zero. The exclusion seal is what determines long-term success, and we back every seal with our 3-year warranty.
What the neighbors say

Loved by Charleston homeowners.

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"★★★★★

From the first time calling to now, Graham has been extremely AMAZING!!! I wouldn't trust anyone else but Monster Wildlife. You can tell he absolutely cares about what he does and us as customers. Whenever my wife has a concern I call text/call Graham and he stays on top of it!!! 100 ⭐️

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Alvin Simmonsin the last week
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This is an amazing company! They came out super quickly and repaired some spots where rats were getting in to my building. All for a very fair price! Only company I use and I recommend them to everyone!

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Phillip Bozzellia week ago
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Super grateful for Graham taking care of our bat issue! He was professional and reasonable with his pricing. Would not hesitate to recommend him.

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Ruthie3 weeks ago
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