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 Conway rodent control team
Rodent Control and Rat Removal in Conway, FL
Scratching in the attic or droppings in the garage? Florida Rodent Control Pros removes rats and mice from Conway homes and businesses, from the older ranch houses along the Conway Chain of Lakes to the newer construction off Hoffner Avenue. We find how they get in, seal it, and remove the rodents already inside.
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Why Conway
Why Conway Homes Get Rats and Mice
Conway is an unincorporated community in Orange County, tucked between downtown Orlando and Orlando International Airport, built around the Conway Chain of Lakes. Warm, humid weather, mature oak canopy and more than 1,700 acres of connected lakes and canals give rodents plenty of ways in.
Roof rats are the most common problem we see. They climb the big oaks along Hoffner Avenue and Conway Road, run fence lines and power lines, and slip into attics through soffit gaps, roof vents and openings around pipes. Older ranch homes built in the 1950s and 1960s near the lakes often have original vents and aging soffits that never got upgraded.
Norway rats stay low. They burrow along seawalls, docks and canal banks around the Conway Chain of Lakes, then move into garages and ground-floor crawl spaces. Newer construction near Hoffner Avenue and older lakefront homes both get rodents, just through different entry points, so we treat every property as its own job.
Services available in Conway
Rat and Mouse Removal Services in Conway
Most Conway 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 and garage rat removal for Conway homes, from older ranch houses near the lakes to newer construction off Hoffner Avenue.Learn More →
Commercial Rodent ControlScheduled service with written visit logs for restaurants, shops and offices along Hoffner Avenue, Conway Road and near the airport.Learn More →
Rodent RemovalTraps placed on the paths rats use and 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 and sealing of aging soffits for lakefront and older Conway homes.Learn More →
Warning signs
Signs of Rats and Mice in a Conway Home
Rodents move at night, so most Conway 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 AC lines
Rats gnaw on wiring, AC insulation and irrigation lines. This can lead to shorts, leaks and costly repairs.
Half-eaten fruit
Hollowed citrus or chewed bird seed and pet food near the garage are classic roof rat signs.
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 Conway Home?
Roof rats cause most attic calls in Conway, Norway rats show up near the lakes, canals and garages, and house mice get into kitchens and pantries. Knowing which one you have tells us where to look and how to stop it.
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
Norway Rat
Rattus norvegicus- Size
- 3/4 to 1 pound
- Tail
- About as long as its head and body
- Nests
- Burrows under slabs, sheds and along the lake and canal banks
- Droppings
- About 3/4 inch, blunt 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 Conway 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
- Gaps around AC lines, pipes, cables and dryer vents
- Garage door seals and exterior doors
- Foundation, slab edges and any crawl space
- Oak branches and vines touching the roof
- Food sources: garbage, pet food, bird seed and fallen fruit
- Signs of activity: droppings, grease rub marks 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 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.
- 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 Conway Inspection
We look at the whole property, from the roofline to the lake bank. In Conway we pay extra attention to older soffits and vents on ranch homes near the water.
Roof, attic and upper walls
- Soffit and fascia gaps, especially on older ranch homes
- Roof vents, gable vents and ridge vents
- Gaps where roof lines meet walls
- Attic insulation for tunnels, nests and droppings
- Wiring and AC ducts for chew damage
- Oak branches and power lines touching the roof
Ground level and yard
- Pipe, AC line and dryer vent openings
- Garage door corners and bottom seals
- Burrows along lake banks, seawalls and canal edges
- Sheds, woodpiles and storage areas
- Fruit trees, bird feeders and pet food
- Dock, boathouse and pool equipment gaps
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 Conway 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 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. 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.
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 concern around the lakes and canals 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 water or AC lines can cause leaks inside walls.
Myths vs facts
Rat Myths We Hear in Conway
A lot of common advice makes a rat problem last longer. Here is what actually works.
- Myth: Poison in the attic is the fastest fix
- Fact: Poisoned rats often die inside walls and ceilings, which causes a strong smell for weeks. We trap inside the home instead.
- Myth: Only dirty homes get rats
- Fact: Clean homes get rats too. Rats come for shelter, water and fruit trees, not just trash.
- 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. Until the openings are sealed, they can return any night.
- Myth: Living away from the lake means no rats
- Fact: Roof rats travel through oak canopy and power lines well away from the water. Inland Conway homes get them too.
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 in the attic are a different job.
The problem with DIY: most store-bought fixes catch rats but leave the openings in place, so new rats move in from nearby trees, yards and the lake.
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 |
| Droppings in several rooms | Usually means many rodents | Full inspection and plan |
| Chewed wires or AC lines | Risk of fire or leaks | Find the source and seal it |
| Dead rodent smell | Hard to locate in walls | Locate, remove and deodorize |
| Burrows near the lake or canal | Hard to find every burrow | Shoreline check and sealing |
Who we serve in Conway
Rodent Control for Conway Homes and Businesses
Residential Rodent Control in Conway
From older ranch homes built in the 1950s and 1960s near the Conway Chain of Lakes to newer construction off Hoffner Avenue, each Conway home has its own weak spots. We check original vents and soffits on older homes first.
Roofline and attic inspection
We check soffits, vents and roof edges, then walk you through what we found.
Rodent-proof sealing
Openings are closed with metal flashing, hardware cloth and mortar, not foam alone.
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.
- Older lakefront homes
- Newer construction
- Rental homes
- Homes near the airport
Commercial Rodent Control in Conway
Restaurants, shops and offices along Hoffner Avenue and Conway Road deal with daily deliveries, 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
- Warehouses
- 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.
Near the airport
Rental Turnover and Rodent Entry Near Orlando International Airport
Conway sits about 11 minutes from Orlando International Airport, and the community has a steady mix of long-term rentals and short-term stays. Vacant days between tenants are exactly when rodents move in.
Where rental homes get exposed
- Soffit and vent gaps that go unnoticed between tenants
- Garage doors left open during move-outs and cleaning
- Yard debris and storage left behind by previous renters
- Screened patios and pool enclosures with torn mesh
- Shared fence lines with overgrown lots
- Short vacancy windows that give rodents time to settle in
What we do about it
- Inspect and seal between tenants, coordinated with your property manager
- Give landlords a written report they can keep on file
- Screen vents and patio enclosures with rodent-proof mesh
- Check the attic and garage before a new tenant moves in
- Offer scheduled checks for properties that turn over often
- Respond quickly when a current tenant reports activity
Area by area
Rodent Problems Across Conway, Area by Area
Conway mixes lakefront homes, older ranch neighborhoods and newer construction near the airport. Each area has its own rodent patterns, so here is what we usually check first.
Conway Chain of Lakes
Homes along the lakes and connecting canals deal with Norway rats burrowing near seawalls, docks and boathouses.
Hoffner Avenue corridor
Shops, restaurants and offices along this commercial strip. We set up scheduled service with written logs for businesses here.
Conway Road historic core
One of the first paved roads in Orange County runs through here, lined with older homes and mature oak canopy that roof rats use to reach rooflines.
Near Boone High School
Established residential streets with a mix of renovated and original ranch homes. Original vents and soffits are the usual entry point.
Barber Park area
Neighborhoods near the park’s dog park and splash pad, with a mix of older homes and newer infill construction.
Near Orlando International Airport
Rental homes on the eastern edge of Conway that change hands often. Rodents settle in fast between tenants, so we inspect and seal between leases.
Conway through the year
How Central Florida Weather Changes Rodent Activity in Conway
Conway has a humid subtropical climate with long, hot summers and short, mild winters. Rodents stay active all year, but the weather changes where they go.
Summer rainy season (June to September)
Afternoon storms are a daily pattern in Central Florida summers. Flooded burrows near the lakes push Norway rats toward garages and sheds.
Tip: Keep garage doors closed and clear stored items off the floor.
Hurricane season (June 1 to November 30)
Storms break oak branches and loosen soffits across Orange County, and each one can open a new way into the attic.
Tip: After a storm, walk around the house and check the roofline.
Mild winter months
Central Florida winters are cooler and drier. On cold nights rats look for warm, dry attics, and this is when most people first hear them.
Tip: Check vents and soffits in the fall, before cooler weather.
Fall acorn season
Fall acorns and other seed drop under the big oaks along Conway Road are an easy meal for roof rats and a reason they stay close to the house.
Tip: Rake up fallen seed and keep branches trimmed away from the roof.
Prevention
Simple Ways to Keep Rats Away From Your Conway Home
Sealing the openings does most of the work. These habits help keep new rodents from moving in.
Yard, dock and garage
- Trim oak branches away from the roof
- Pick up fallen citrus and seed near the house
- Keep bird seed and pet food in sealed bins
- Keep the area around docks and seawalls free of clutter
- Store boating and yard gear off the garage floor
- Close garage doors at night and fix worn seals
Inside the home
- Keep pantry food in hard, sealed containers
- Fix drips under sinks and at AC drain lines
- Use plastic bins in the attic and garage, not cardboard
- Take trash out at night and keep lids closed
- Look in the attic every few months for droppings
- Call as soon as you notice a sign
Our approach
How We Handle Common Rodent Problems in Conway
Conway properties each carry their own layout, from lakefront lots to rental turnover near the airport, and the approach changes with it.
Burrows Near the Conway Chain of Lakes
Homes along the lakes and canals deal with Norway rats burrowing near seawalls, docks and boathouses, especially after heavy summer rain.
Our approach: We check the shoreline and yard for burrow activity, then bait and seal the ground-level openings we find.
Aging Vents and Soffits
Ranch homes built in the 1950s and 1960s along the Conway Road corridor have original roof vents and soffits that roof rats use to reach the attic through the oak canopy overhead.
Our approach: We inspect the roofline and attic, seal the entry points we find, then trap until the attic is clear.
Vacancy Windows That Let Rodents In
Rental homes on the eastern edge of Conway near Orlando International Airport turn over often, and the days between tenants give rodents time to move in undetected.
Our approach: We inspect and seal between tenants and give the property manager a written report for their file.
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 Conway response zone
Conway service coverage
Is your ZIP on the route?
Conway homes use ZIP codes 32806, 32812 and 32822. We also serve Orlando, Oak Ridge and Hunters Creek. Call if you are not sure we cover your street.
328063281232822
Areas we serve
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Conway Chain of Lakes · Hoffner Avenue corridor · Conway Road · Near Boone High School · Barber Park area · Near Orlando International Airport
Reviews from Conway customers
Reviews from Conway Customers
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Verified Conway rodent control FAQ
Rat and Mouse Questions From Conway 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.
Yes. Lakefront and canal-front homes often have Norway rats burrowing near seawalls and docks in addition to roof rats in the attic, so we check the shoreline as well as the roofline during the inspection.
We do not recommend it. Poisoned rats often die inside walls or ceilings where you cannot reach them, which causes a strong smell. Trapping indoors and sealing the openings works better.
Rats are usually active at night, while squirrels are active in the daytime. Rat droppings are about 1/2 inch long. If you are not sure, an inspection will tell us which animal it is.
Yes. We inspect and seal rentals between tenants and work with your property manager for access. Empty homes near Orlando International Airport are easy for rodents to settle into, so regular checks help.
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 Orlando, Oak Ridge and Hunters Creek. Call (561) 562-7607 to check your address.
Certified team
Trust and Compliance in Conway
Certifications
- EPA Certified
- U.S. Environmental Protection Agency
- FDACS Certified
- Florida Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services
Service in Conway
- Available 24/7
- Call (561) 562-7607
- Follow-up visits
- We check back until rodent activity stops
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Rats in Your Conway Home or Business?
Call now. We will inspect the property, show you where rodents are getting in, and seal it so they stay out.
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