Running in the ceiling
Quick footsteps or scratching above the ceiling after dark. Roof rats are most active a few hours after sunset.
Your local Casselberry rodent control team
Rodent Control and Rat Removal in Casselberry, FL
Scratching in the attic or droppings along the garage wall? Florida Rodent Control Pros removes rats and mice from Casselberry homes and businesses, from the lake-front streets near Lake Howell and the Triplet Chain of Lakes to the apartments and shops along US 17-92 and SR 436. We find how they get in, seal it, and remove the rodents already inside.
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Why Casselberry
Why Casselberry Rats and Mice Have Plenty of Water and Cover
Casselberry sits in the southern tip of Seminole County, about 10 miles north of downtown Orlando, and packs more than 30 lakes and ponds into just 7.5 square miles. Lake Howell, the Triplet Chain of Lakes and Lake Kathryn give rodents constant access to water, shoreline vegetation and storm drains, so activity here rarely slows down.
Norway rats are the rodent we see most in Casselberry. They burrow along lake banks, under docks and seawalls, and in the landscaping around the older homes near Lake Concord and the US 17-92 corridor. From the shoreline they move into garages, sheds and crawl spaces looking for a dry place to nest.
Roof rats show up in the mature oak and pine canopy in the city’s older neighborhoods near Sausalito Boulevard and along Triplet Lake Drive, where tree limbs reach the roofline and give them a path into the attic. House mice turn up in apartments and retail space along SR 436 and US 17-92, where shared walls and loading docks make it easy for them to move between units. Every part of the city has a different rodent pattern, so we inspect each property on its own.
Services available in Casselberry
Rat and Mouse Removal Services in Casselberry
Most Casselberry jobs combine a few of these: an inspection, sealing, trapping and cleanup. Choose a service to learn more, or call and we will tell you what your property needs.
Residential Rodent ControlAttic, garage and lakefront yard rat removal for Casselberry homes near Lake Howell, Lake Kathryn and the Triplet Chain of Lakes.Learn More →
Commercial Rodent ControlScheduled service with written visit logs for shops, offices and restaurants along US 17-92 and SR 436.Learn More →
Rodent RemovalTraps placed on the paths rats use along lake banks and fence lines, checked on return visits until the activity stops.Learn More →
Dead Rodent RemovalBad smell in a wall or ceiling? We find and remove the dead rodent, then clean and deodorize the area.Learn More →
Rodent CleanupRemoval of droppings, urine and nests from attics and garages, with advice on insulation replacement.Learn More →
Rodent ExterminatorEPA and FDACS certified technicians who use traps indoors and follow product labels around kids and pets.Learn More →
Rodent ExclusionWe seal soffits, roof vents, pipe gaps and garage corners with metal and mortar so rats cannot get back in.Learn More →
Rodent Feces RemovalCareful cleanup of droppings with disinfectant, never sweeping or vacuuming, which can spread germs.Learn More →
Rodent ProofingDoor sweeps, vent screens, dock and seawall sealing and tree trimming advice for Casselberry homes.Learn More →
Warning signs
Signs of Rats and Mice in a Casselberry Home
Rodents move at night, so most Casselberry homeowners find these clues before they ever see one. If you notice 2 or more, it is time for an inspection.
Droppings in the garage or attic
Dark pellets about 1/2 inch long point to rats. Tiny ones about 1/8 inch point to mice.
Chewed wires or irrigation lines
Rats gnaw on wiring and irrigation tubing near lakefront landscaping. This can lead to shorts and leaks.
Burrow holes near the shoreline
Small holes along a lake bank, seawall or under a shed are a classic Norway rat sign in a city with this many lakes.
A strong, musty smell
Urine and nesting material leave a sharp odor, often strongest in closets, cabinets and the attic hatch.
Pets acting strange
Dogs or cats staring at a wall, sniffing under appliances or pawing at a cabinet often sense rodents first.
Know what you are dealing with
Which Rodent Is in Your Casselberry Home?
Norway rats cause most of the burrow and garage calls we get in Casselberry, roof rats show up in the oak and pine canopy of the older neighborhoods, and house mice get into kitchens, pantries and apartment units along the SR 436 corridor. Knowing which one you have tells us where to look and how to stop it.
Norway Rat
Rattus norvegicus- Size
- 3/4 to 1 pound
- Tail
- About as long as its head and body
- Nests
- Burrows along lake banks, under sheds, docks and slabs
- Droppings
- About 3/4 inch, blunt ends
Roof Rat
Rattus rattus- Size
- 1/2 to 1 pound
- Tail
- Longer than its head and body
- Nests
- Attics, roof spaces, oak canopy and thick shrubs
- Droppings
- Up to 1/2 inch, pointed ends
House Mouse
Mus musculus- Size
- About 1/2 ounce
- Tail
- About as long as its body
- Nests
- Inside walls, cabinets, appliances and furniture
- Droppings
- About 1/8 inch, rod shaped
What Our Inspection Covers
Every job in Casselberry starts with a full inspection, inside and out. We look for how rodents get in, where they live, and what is feeding them.
- Roofline, soffits, fascia gaps and roof vents
- Attic insulation for nests, trails and droppings
- Lake banks, seawalls, docks and drainage ditches near the property
- Garage door seals and exterior doors
- Foundation, slab edges and any crawl space
- Oak and pine limbs touching the roofline
- Food sources: garbage, pet food, bird seed and outdoor grills
- Signs of activity: droppings, burrow holes and gnawing
Our Exclusion-First Plan
Trapping alone does not fix the problem if the openings stay open. We close the way in first, then remove the rodents already inside.
- Find every entry pointA rat can fit through a 1/2 inch gap and a mouse through a 1/4 inch gap, so we check all openings that size.
- Seal with rodent-proof materialsSheet metal, 1/4 inch hardware cloth or concrete. Rodents chew through foam and plastic.
- Trap and removeTraps are set where activity is highest, including lake banks and garages, and checked on follow-up visits.
- Clean up and preventWe remove droppings and nesting material and show you what to change to keep rodents out.
Health Risks From Rodents
The CDC links rats and mice to several diseases. People can get sick from contact with droppings, urine or saliva, from bites, or from breathing dust from contaminated areas. Leptospirosis is a particular concern in a city with more than 30 lakes and ponds, since the bacteria spreads through water and soil that carry rodent urine.
- Do not sweep or vacuum droppings. It can put germs in the air.
- Air out the area for 30 minutes and wear rubber or plastic gloves.
- Spray with disinfectant or 1 part bleach to 9 parts water and let it soak 5 minutes.
- Wipe up with paper towels and bag the waste in a covered trash can.
Source: CDC rodent control and cleanup guidance.
FDACS
Florida Licensing: What to Check
In Florida, pest control companies are licensed by the Florida Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services (FDACS) under Chapter 482, Florida Statutes. Rodent work falls under the General Household Pest and rodent control category.
- Ask any company for its FDACS business license number before work starts
- Look the license up on the FDACS website
- Make sure the company carries liability insurance
- Get the treatment plan and follow-up schedule in writing
Our team is EPA and FDACS certified. Call (561) 562-7607 with any questions.
Inspection checklist
What We Check During a Casselberry Rodent Inspection
We look at the whole property, from the roofline to the shoreline. What we check depends on how close the home sits to a lake and how it was built.
Roof, attic and upper walls
- Soffit and fascia gaps, including rotted wood on older homes
- Roof vents, gable vents and ridge vents
- Attic insulation for tunnels, nests and droppings
- Wiring and AC ducts for chew damage
- Oak and pine branches touching the roof
- Gaps where the roofline meets chimneys or additions
Ground level, yard and shoreline
- Pipe, AC line and dryer vent openings
- Garage door corners and bottom seals
- Lake banks, seawalls, docks and drainage ditches
- Sheds, woodpiles and storage areas
- Bird feeders, pet food and outdoor grills
- Crawl spaces under older homes near Lake Concord and Triplet Lake Drive
A rat can squeeze through a gap about 1/2 inch wide, and a mouse through about 1/4 inch.
Our process
How We Get Rats Out of Casselberry Homes
Setting traps without sealing the openings only buys time. We follow the same 5 steps on every job so the rats do not come back.
- 1
Inspect
We walk the property, check the attic and shoreline, and mark every entry point and sign of activity.
- 2
Seal
Openings are closed with metal flashing, 1/4 inch hardware cloth, mesh and mortar. We do not rely on foam.
- 3
Trap
Traps go on the paths rats use, including lake banks and garages. We check them on return visits and remove what we catch.
- 4
Clean
Droppings and nests are removed and the area is disinfected. We tell you if insulation needs replacing.
- 5
Confirm
We come back until there are no new signs, then give you simple tips to keep it that way.
The number of visits depends on how many rats are inside and how many openings the home has. We tell you what to expect after the first inspection.
Health and safety
Why Rodents in the Home Are a Health Risk
According to the CDC, rats and mice can spread disease through their droppings, urine, saliva and bites. These are the main concerns for a city built around this many lakes and ponds.
Hantavirus
Can spread when dust from dried droppings or urine is stirred up and breathed in. This is why you should never sweep droppings.
Leptospirosis
Spread through water or soil that has rodent urine in it, a real concern along Casselberry’s lake banks and after heavy rain.
Salmonellosis
Food and counters touched by rodents or their droppings can carry salmonella bacteria.
Rat-bite fever
Spread by bites or scratches, or by handling rodents. Always use gloves or tools, never bare hands.
Fleas and mites
Rodents carry fleas and mites that can move to pets and people after the rodents are gone.
Fire and water damage
Chewed wires can start fires, and chewed irrigation or AC lines can cause leaks around the home.
Myths vs facts
Rat Myths We Hear From Casselberry Homeowners
A lot of common advice makes a rat problem last longer. Here is what actually works.
- Myth: Poison near the lake is the fastest fix
- Fact: Poison used near a lake bank can affect pets and wildlife and often just pushes rats to a different burrow. We trap and seal instead.
- Myth: Only homes right on the water get rats
- Fact: Homes blocks away from Lake Howell or Triplet Lake get rats too, since they travel along drainage ditches, fence lines and canopy.
- Myth: Steel wool or foam will seal the hole
- Fact: Rats can pull out steel wool and chew through foam. Openings need metal, hardware cloth or mortar.
- Myth: A cat will take care of it
- Fact: Cats may catch a few, but they do not reach attics or wall voids and do not close entry points.
- Myth: The noise stopped, so they are gone
- Fact: Rats often move to a different part of the attic or yard. Until the openings are sealed, they can return any night.
- Myth: One rat is no big deal
- Fact: Rats breed quickly in Florida’s warm weather, so a few rats can turn into a much bigger problem in a short time.
DIY or pro
Should You Try DIY Rat Control First?
A single mouse in the kitchen can sometimes be handled with a few snap traps. Rats along a lake bank or in the attic are a different job.
The problem with DIY: most store-bought fixes catch rats but leave the openings and burrows in place, so new rats move in from nearby lakes and ditches.
Ask a technician →| Situation | DIY | Professional |
|---|---|---|
| One mouse seen once | Snap traps may be enough | Call if it comes back |
| Noises in the attic | Hard to reach and seal safely | Roofline sealing and attic trapping |
| Burrows along the lake bank | Hard to treat safely near water | Careful trapping that protects pets and wildlife |
| Chewed wires or irrigation lines | Risk of fire or leaks | Find the source and seal it |
| Dead rodent smell | Hard to locate in walls | Locate, remove and deodorize |
| Rodents in a rental or apartment | Shared walls make DIY unreliable | Coordinated service with the property manager |
Who we serve in Casselberry
Rodent Control for Casselberry Homes and Businesses
Residential Rodent Control in Casselberry
From lakefront homes near Lake Howell and the Triplet Chain of Lakes to block homes further from the water, each property has its own weak spots. We look at the roofline, attic, garage, yard and shoreline, then seal the openings rats are using. We also work with landlords and property managers on rental homes and duplexes near US 17-92.
Roofline and attic inspection
We check soffits, vents and roof edges, then walk you through what we found.
Lake bank and yard checks
We look for burrows along the shoreline, docks and drainage ditches.
Trapping inside the home
Indoor trapping avoids dead rodents in the walls and keeps bait away from kids and pets.
Cleanup and disinfecting
We remove droppings and nests and tell you if insulation should be replaced.
- Lakefront homes
- Block and tile homes
- Rentals and duplexes
- Apartments and condos
Commercial Rodent Control in Casselberry
Shops, restaurants and offices along US 17-92 and SR 436 deal with daily deliveries, shared dumpsters and doors that open all day. Florida restaurants are inspected by the DBPR Division of Hotels and Restaurants, and signs of rodents are something inspectors look for.
- Restaurants
- Retail stores
- Offices
- Multifamily buildings
- Property managers
Scheduled service
Regular visits to check traps and stations, planned around your business hours.
Written visit logs
A record of each visit that you can show a manager or inspector.
Door and loading area sealing
Door sweeps and gaps at docks and walls closed with rodent-proof materials.
Trash and storage advice
Simple changes to dumpster areas and dry storage that make your site less attractive to rats.
How Casselberry homes are built
Where Rats Get In, by Type of Casselberry Home
Casselberry has homes built from the 1950s through today, spread across dozens of small lakes. The way a house is built and how close it sits to water tells us where to look first.
Lakefront and older homes
- Homes along Lake Howell, Lake Kathryn and the Triplet Chain of Lakes with docks and seawalls
- Norway rat burrows in shoreline landscaping and under sheds
- Older block homes near Sausalito Boulevard with settled foundations and gaps at the slab edge
- Mature oak and pine canopy that reaches the roofline
- Aging soffits and vents with no screens
Newer block homes and multifamily buildings
- Block-and-stucco homes further from the water, near SR 436 and US 17-92
- Garage door corners and gaps where AC lines pass through the block
- Apartment and duplex buildings with shared attics and loading areas
- Dumpster corrals and storage areas that draw rodents to a whole property
- Screen enclosure frames used as a path to the roof
Area by area
Rodent Problems Across Casselberry, Area by Area
Casselberry packs more than 30 lakes and ponds and 18 parks into about 7.5 square miles. Here is what we usually check first in each part of the city.
Lake Howell and Lake Kathryn
The city’s largest lakes, ringed by homes with docks and seawalls. Norway rats burrow in the shoreline landscaping and move into garages during dry spells.
Triplet Chain of Lakes
North, Middle and South Triplet Lake sit close together with homes and parkland around them. We watch drainage ditches here as much as the shoreline itself.
US 17-92 and SR 436 corridor
The city’s main commercial strip, with restaurants, shops and apartments. We set up scheduled commercial service with written logs here.
Older neighborhoods near Sausalito Boulevard
Homes built from the 1950s through the 1970s, many with settled foundations and mature trees over the roof. We check crawl spaces and skirting first.
Fern Park border (ZIP 32730)
The southern edge of Casselberry, historically part of Fern Park Estates. A mix of homes and small commercial lots along the highway.
Parks along the lake system
Casselberry maintains 18 parks, many bordering lakes and ponds. Homes next to a park or greenway often see more shoreline burrow activity.
Casselberry through the year
How the Seasons Change Rodent Activity in Casselberry
Casselberry has a humid subtropical climate with wet summers and mild winters. Rodents stay active all year here, but the lakes and the weather change where they show up.
Rainy summer months
Afternoon storms from June to September raise lake and pond levels across the city, flooding burrows near the shoreline and pushing Norway rats toward garages, sheds and higher ground.
Tip: Keep garage doors closed and clear stored items off the floor.
Hurricane season (June 1 to November 30)
Hurricane Ian brought record, historic flooding to Seminole County in September 2022, with neighboring Winter Springs and Altamonte Springs among the hardest hit. Heavy rain events like that push rats out of lake-bank burrows and toward dry shelter in nearby homes.
Tip: After heavy rain, check the yard and garage for new burrow activity.
Mild winter months
On cooler nights from December to February, rats look for warm, dry attics and garages. This is when many Casselberry homeowners first hear them overhead.
Tip: Check vents and soffits in the fall, before cooler weather.
Dry season and lower lake levels
When lake levels drop in the drier months, exposed shoreline gives Norway rats more open burrowing ground before summer rains return.
Tip: Fill or block old burrow holes along the shoreline as soon as you see them.
Our approach
How We Handle Common Rodent Problems in Casselberry
Casselberry is not one kind of property. What we do at a lakefront home on Lake Howell is different from what we do at an apartment building on US 17-92.
Burrows Along the Shoreline
Homes with docks and seawalls give Norway rats a steady water source and easy cover in shoreline landscaping.
Our approach: We inspect the bank and dock area, place traps away from where pets and wildlife travel, then seal garage and foundation gaps nearby.
Aging Foundations and Canopy Cover
Homes built from the 1950s through the 1970s often have settled slabs, older vents and mature trees that touch the roof.
Our approach: We check the crawl space and roofline first, then seal openings with hardware cloth and metal flashing.
Shared Walls and Dumpster Areas
Multifamily buildings and retail strips share walls and dumpster corrals, so one unit’s rodent problem can spread to its neighbors.
Our approach: We coordinate with the property manager, inspect connected units, and seal shared entry points at the roofline and loading areas.
Found droppings?
Found Droppings? Do This Before We Arrive
These steps follow CDC cleanup guidance and help keep your family safe.
Call (561) 562-7607- Do not sweep or vacuum the droppings
- Open windows and let the area air out for 30 minutes
- Wear rubber or plastic gloves
- Spray with disinfectant or a bleach solution and let it soak 5 minutes
- Wipe up with paper towels and bag the trash
- For attics or large amounts, call us instead
Primary Casselberry response zone
Casselberry service coverage
Is your ZIP on the route?
Casselberry is covered by ZIP codes 32707, 32708 and 32730. We serve all of them, plus the rest of southern Seminole County. Call if you do not see yours.
327073270832730
Areas we serve
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Lake Howell · Lake Kathryn · Triplet Chain of Lakes · Lake Concord · Sausalito Boulevard area · US 17-92 corridor · SR 436 corridor · Fern Park border
Reviews from Casselberry customers
Customer Reviews from Casselberry
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Verified Casselberry rodent control FAQ
Rat and Mouse Questions From Casselberry Customers
Have a question that is not listed? Call and a team member will help.
Call (561) 562-7607 →Most homes need a first visit for the inspection and sealing, then follow-up visits over the next few weeks to check traps. The exact number depends on how many rats are inside and how many openings the home has. We tell you what to expect after the first inspection.
Casselberry packs more than 30 lakes and ponds into about 7.5 square miles, so Norway rats have constant access to water, shoreline cover and drainage ditches. That water source is a big reason activity here rarely slows down.
We use tamper-resistant bait stations outdoors and prefer trapping indoors, following the product label around kids and pets. Near lakes and yards where pets or wildlife pass through, we place traps where they will not be disturbed.
We do not recommend it. Poison near a lake bank can affect pets and wildlife and often just pushes rats to a different burrow. Trapping and sealing entry points works better in a city with this much shoreline.
Seminole County saw record, historic flooding after Hurricane Ian in September 2022, and neighboring Winter Springs and Altamonte Springs were among the hardest hit. Heavy flooding like that pushes rodents out of low, wet burrows and toward dry shelter in nearby homes.
The CDC advises not to sweep or vacuum droppings. Air out the area, wear gloves, spray the droppings with disinfectant or a bleach solution, let it soak for 5 minutes, then wipe up with paper towels. For attics or large amounts, call us.
Pest control businesses in Florida are licensed by the Florida Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services (FDACS). You can look up a license on the FDACS website before you hire anyone.
Yes. We also serve Winter Springs, Longwood, Altamonte Springs and Winter Park. Call (561) 562-7607 to check your address.
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Trust and Compliance in Casselberry
Certifications
- EPA Certified
- U.S. Environmental Protection Agency
- FDACS Certified
- Florida Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services
Service in Casselberry
- Available 24/7
- Call (561) 562-7607
- Follow-up visits
- We check back until rodent activity stops
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