Rat Removal Chicago

Rat Removal Services in Chicago
Effective, Eco-Friendly Solutions to Keep Your Property Rat-Free
Chicago’s urban landscape provides the perfect environment for rats to thrive, leading to infestations that can disrupt homes and businesses. At Chicago’s Green Trapper, we offer professional and humane rat removal services tailored to the unique challenges of the Chicagoland area. With over 50 years of experience, our family-owned business is committed to delivering effective solutions that prioritize safety, efficiency, and eco-friendly practices.
Why Choose Chicago’s Green Trapper for Rat Removal?
- Free Inspections: We provide a thorough assessment of your property to identify the source and scope of the infestation at no cost to you.
- 50+ Years of Experience: Our team has decades of expertise in rodent control, ensuring effective and lasting results.
- Eco-Friendly Practices: We use humane removal techniques and sustainable methods to protect both your home and the environment.
- Fast Response Times: We understand the urgency of rat infestations and offer prompt, reliable service, including emergency options.
- Comprehensive Services: From removal to prevention, we handle every step of the process to keep your property rat-free.
Signs of a Rat Infestation
Knowing the early warning signs of a rat problem can save you time and money:
- Droppings: Small, dark droppings in cabinets, attics, or near food storage areas.
- Gnawed Wires or Furniture: Rats often chew on electrical wires, wood, and other materials.
- Noises: Scratching or scurrying sounds, particularly at night, in walls or ceilings.
- Nesting Materials: Shredded paper, fabric, or insulation in hidden corners.
- Tracks or Smudges: Greasy marks along walls or dusty footprints in less-used areas.
- Musky Odor: A distinct, unpleasant smell often accompanies an infestation.
If you notice any of these signs, it’s essential to act quickly to prevent further damage.
Our Rat Removal Process
Step 1: Free Inspection
Our licensed technicians begin by thoroughly inspecting your property, from the basement to the attic, identifying entry points, nests, and signs of activity.
Step 2: Customized Removal Plan
Based on our findings, we develop a tailored plan using a combination of:
- Humane Trapping: Safe, non-lethal traps designed to capture rats effectively.
- Baiting Systems: Strategically placed bait stations to control and eliminate rats in high-activity areas.
- Exclusion Techniques: Sealing entry points to prevent future access.
Step 3: Removal and Cleanup
Once we remove the rats, we clean and sanitize affected areas, eliminating droppings and odors to restore a safe, healthy environment.
Step 4: Prevention Measures
To ensure rats don’t return, we seal all potential entry points and offer guidance on how to maintain a rodent-free property, including proper food storage and waste management.
Why Rat Removal is Critical
Rats are more than just a nuisance—they pose serious risks to your property and health:
- Property Damage: Rats chew on wires, insulation, and wood, causing costly repairs.
- Health Risks: Rats can spread diseases such as Hantavirus, Salmonella, and Leptospirosis through their droppings and urine.
- Fire Hazards: Chewed electrical wires can lead to dangerous short circuits and fires.
Don’t let a rat infestation jeopardize your home or business. Our expert team will eliminate the problem quickly and safely.
Related Services: Mice Removal
“While rats are a common pest, mice are equally invasive and can cause significant damage to your property. Our Mice Removal Services offer the same expert care and attention, ensuring your home remains rodent-free. Explore our solutions for effective and long-term mice control.”
Areas We Serve in Chicago
From downtown high-rises to suburban neighborhoods, Chicago’s Green Trapper proudly serves the entire Chicagoland area, including:
- North Side
- South Side
- West Side
- Downtown Chicago
- Surrounding suburbs
No matter where you’re located, we’re ready to provide expert rat removal services.
Our Guarantee
We stand by the quality of our work with a lifetime renewable warranty on our rat removal services. If rats return, so will we—at no additional cost.
Schedule Your Free Inspection Today
Don’t let rats take over your property. Contact Chicago’s Green Trapper today to schedule your free inspection and consultation. Our team is ready to provide fast, effective, and eco-friendly rat removal services that keep your home or business safe.
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What our customers say
Chicago’s Green Trappers provides a free inspection in all of Chicago and surrounding areas to discuss all animal removal or rodent control tactics and prices. You can rely on our 50 years of local experience to get the job done right. Call us today to schedule your free consultation!
Very helpful service provider. We had mice in the basement, squirrels in the attic, and rabbits under the deck. The squirrels and rabbits are no longer a problem due to the strong preventative solutions put in place. Haven’t seen a mouse in the house since they helped us out and they come and clean and bait the basement periodically.
I was blessed with squirrels in my basement! I was freaking out and just started randomly calling companies. This company was incredible! They not only called me back quickly, but also came out the very same day to start to resolve the issue. Very nice people, and great service. Would highly recommend them!
Great people to work with , had mice problems and they came and took care of the problems and there is no more mice…. very reasonable pricing and friendly
Truly a Superhero.
On your worst day, on the day you can’t take a deep breath. The day you can’t imagine how to begin with a serious problem, that quite frankly terrifies you.
“Who ya gonna call”. 😉
Green Trappers.
Jerry has an approach unlike any other.
His knowledge is soothing, his calm keeps you calm.
No matter the extent of the issue,
rest assured, Jerry can and will attack it.
A one of a kind gentleman and scholar,
of a very difficult profession.
Excellent, friendly, quick, professional, and dependable! All the things you would want when dealing with a nasty rat and squirrel infestation in your garage! Jerry and his team cut down a massive tree hanging over the garage, dumped out 20 years worth of garbage, and sealed the incredibly large holes the rats and squirrels made all around the garage. This is the second time he’s worked on our property. I was overjoyed to have these problems taken care of so quickly and thoughtfully by City Green Trappers- a very friendly and polite team to boot!
Jerry, Carlos and Brian have done great work for our condo building. First they took care of rats that ate thorough the first floor appt –setting up traps/constructing barriers etc. That was very successful! Great job! Then then returned and build a fence as a barrier from our neighbors for the same thing —Chicago Rats!!
Timely, responsive, hard working and good guys! Thanks for doing excellent work for us!!
Jerry and his team did two projects for me within the past 3 months. They went above and beyond each time. I’m a raving fan of Jerry and his team.
Project 1: Sealing up the roof and gutters to get/keep squirrels out of the roof.
Project 2: Sealing up the house, garage, and crawl space to keep rats away.
Jerry is professional, consultative, responsive and affordable. Jerry, Brian and Vince are wonderful guys!
Thank you,
Katie
Berwyn, IL
Excellent work, very knowledgeable and courteous. Would use them again. I highly recommend them.
Frequently Asked Questions
How do I know if I have a rat problem?
Signs include droppings, gnawed wires, scratching noises, musky odors, and nests made of shredded materials. Outdoor burrows can also indicate activity.
Why is it important to remove rats from my property?
Rats damage property by chewing through wires and wood, contaminate food, and spread diseases like Hantavirus and Salmonella. Prompt removal protects health and safety.
What methods do you use for rat removal?
We use humane traps, seal entry points, and address food sources to eliminate rats and prevent re-infestation effectively and safely.
Are your rat removal methods safe for children and pets?
Yes, we use pet- and child-safe solutions like enclosed traps and non-toxic methods to ensure household safety.
How quickly can you remove rats from my property?
We begin removal immediately after inspection and typically resolve infestations within a few days, depending on severity.
Do you offer a warranty for rat removal services?
Yes, we provide a lifetime renewable warranty, guaranteeing sealed entry points and rat-free results.
How can I prevent rats from returning?
Seal gaps, store food in rodent-proof containers, and keep trash bins closed. Our team will identify vulnerabilities and provide tips during service.
Is your inspection really free?
Yes, we offer free inspections to assess rat activity and provide a customized removal and prevention plan.
What should I do if I see a rat in my home?
Avoid handling it and contact us immediately for professional and safe removal services.
Do you offer emergency rat removal services?
Yes, we provide fast emergency services, often offering same-day or next-day appointments.
What areas of my home are most vulnerable to rats?
Rats enter through gaps in walls, roofs, or vents and nest in attics, basements, and crawl spaces. We secure these areas during our service.
Are rats dangerous to my health?
Yes, rats carry diseases like Salmonella and Hantavirus. Removing them and sanitizing affected areas is crucial for health.
Why choose Chicago’s Green Trapper for rat removal?
With 50 years of experience, eco-friendly methods, free inspections, and guaranteed results, we ensure effective and safe solutions.