Roof rats are the ones we find most in attics and under roof tile. Norway rats live on the ground along lake and canal banks and under sheds. House mice show up in kitchens, garages and townhome walls.
Coral Springs and north Broward County
Rodent Control and Rat Removal in Coral Springs, FL
Coral Springs looks neat from the street, with tile roofs, trimmed hedges and tree-lined boulevards. Roof rats use those same trees to reach the roof and slip in under the first row of tile. We find the gaps, seal them with metal and trap the rats already inside.
A planned city
A City Built to a Plan, and Rats That Ignore It
Coral Springs was chartered on July 10, 1963, and was master planned and mostly built by Coral Ridge Properties. Canals and levees drained the land first. Then came block homes, golf communities, lakes and more than 50 city parks.
The city is known for strict appearance rules. Roof materials, paint colors, signs, boat and RV storage and landscaping are all regulated. That keeps the streets tidy, but it does not keep rodents out. A roof can pass every city rule and still have a rat-sized opening at the eave.
Rodent control in Coral Springs comes down to 3 things: the roofline, the trees and the water. We check all 3 on every visit.
You see the plan and the price first. Nothing starts until you approve it.
Coral Springs at a glance
- County
- Broward County
- Chartered
- July 10, 1963
- Population
- 134,394 (2020 census)
- Size
- About 24 square miles
- Parks
- More than 50 city parks on over 675 acres
- Edges
- Sawgrass Expressway to the north and west, Everglades beyond
- Call
- (561) 562-7607, 24/7
Source: Wikipedia, Coral Springs, Florida (2020 census figures, history and geography).
Coral Springs roof rules
Tile Roofs Are the Rule Here. So Is the Gap Under the First Row.
The city’s roof guidelines make cement or clay tile the standard for single-family homes. Only 10 older subdivisions, such as The Springs, Westview Estates and Royal Palm Pointe, may use asphalt shingles. Curved tile leaves open space under it, and roof rats (Rattus rattus) are built to use it.
Eave line
Open ends of the first tile row
If the bird stop or eave closure is missing, cracked or was never installed, rats walk right under the tile and reach the fascia and soffit. This is the most common way in that we find on Coral Springs tile roofs.
Ridges and hips
Mortar that has cracked away
Old mortar at ridge and hip lines breaks down over time and after storms. The gaps lead into the space under the tile and down to the roof deck and attic vents.
Roof to wall
Where a second story or garage meets the roof
Flashing gaps, AC line chases and plumbing vent pipes where the roof meets a wall. We close them with sheet metal, 1/4 inch hardware cloth or rat-proof mesh, not foam.
Source: City of Coral Springs, Roof Guidelines (tile standard, 10 shingle subdivisions, ARC review for new colors and materials). Entry point findings based on the homes we inspect.
Tree City USA
Great Shade, and a Free Ride to Your Roof
Coral Springs says it has been a Tree City USA for more than 30 years. A 2023 to 2024 inventory counted over 23,500 public trees in parks, along streets and around city buildings, and about 37% of them are palms.
Roof rats love both. Palm frond skirts make good nest sites, and oak and other limbs that hang over a roof or touch a fence work like a bridge. UF/IFAS says roof rats can travel up to 150 yards from the nest for food and water, so a rat in a boulevard palm can easily reach your attic.
Hurricane Wilma in 2005, which passed right over the city, and the 2004 storms cut the tree canopy by about a third. The 2024 inventory rated only 0.4% of public trees as mature, so much of the canopy is still growing toward rooflines.
Trim the right way in Coral Springs
- Keep limbs and palm fronds several feet back from the roof, gutters and screen cages.
- Remove dead frond skirts on palms near the house.
- Use a tree trimmer with a Broward County Tree License, which the county requires.
- Trim, do not cut down. Residential tree removal needs a city application.
- If your HOA maintains the trees, ask them to trim limbs that touch your roof.
Source: City of Coral Springs, Landscaping page; Hoodline, Coral Springs tree inventory (Sept. 2024); UF/IFAS Extension, Roof Rats UW120; Wikipedia, Coral Springs, Florida (Wilma).
Different lots, different rats
Golf Courses, Lake Lots and the Sawgrass Edge
Where your home sits in Coral Springs changes what we look for first. Here is what we usually find in each type of setting.
| Setting | What is nearby | Main rodent | Where we look first |
|---|---|---|---|
| Golf communities like Eagle Trace | Fairways, ponds, heavy landscaping, gated entries | Roof rats | Tile eaves, trees over the roof, palm skirts along the fairway |
| Lake and canal lots | Retention lakes and drainage canals behind the yard | Norway rats (Rattus norvegicus) and roof rats | Burrows on canal and lake banks, under slabs and sheds, gaps under the pool cage kick plate |
| Western edge by the Sawgrass Expressway | Open land, buffers and the Everglades to the west | Roof rats and house mice | Garage door seals, dryer and AC line openings, vegetation along back fences |
| The 10 subdivisions allowed shingle roofs | Asphalt shingle roofs instead of tile | Roof rats | Worn shingle edges, gable vents, gaps where the soffit meets the wall |
| Townhomes, condos and shops near Coral Square | Shared walls, dumpsters, restaurants | House mice (Mus musculus) and Norway rats | Utility chases between units, back doors, dumpster pads |
Based on the properties we inspect in and around Coral Springs. Every home is different, so we check the whole structure, not just these spots.
The back of the house
Pool Cages, Patios and the Back Door Rats Use
Many Coral Springs homes have a screened pool enclosure tied into the back roof. It feels sealed, but rats treat it as a ladder and a shelter.
1/2in
Rat gap
Rats can squeeze through an opening about 1/2 inch wide, like a torn screen corner.
1/4in
Mouse gap
House mice need only about 1/4 inch, so small gaps at the kick plate matter.
150yd
Roof rat range
Roof rats travel up to 150 yards from the nest, so the source can be several yards away.
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Spots to check
The cage frame where it meets the roof, the bottom kick plate, and pet food or bird seed on the patio.
Source: UF/IFAS Extension, Rat and Mouse Control ENY-224, and Roof Rats UW120.
Services available in Coral Springs
Rodent Control Services Available in Coral Springs
From canal-front homes to gated golf communities, rodent pressure in Coral Springs is high year round. Our services cover homes and businesses across the city, from inspection through follow-up.
Residential Rodent ControlHome inspections and rodent removal for neighborhoods like Heron Bay, Eagle Trace, Turtle Run and Maplewood Isle.Learn More →
Commercial Rodent ControlScheduled service for restaurants, offices and retail along Sample Road, University Drive and the Coral Square corridor.Learn More →
Rodent RemovalTrapping and removal for roof rats, Norway rats and house mice found in Coral Springs attics, garages and canal banks.Learn More →
Dead Rodent RemovalSafe location and removal of dead rodents in attics, walls and soffits, with odor control included.Learn More →
Rodent CleanupSanitizing and disinfecting attics and garages after an infestation, following CDC cleanup guidance.Learn More →
Rodent ExterminatorLicensed technicians using EPA-registered products and tamper-resistant bait stations where needed.Learn More →
Rodent ExclusionSealing roofline gaps, AC line openings and garage corners with metal and hardware cloth, not foam.Learn More →
Rodent Feces RemovalSafe removal of droppings from attics, garages and pantries, following CDC handling guidance.Learn More →
Rodent ProofingLong-term exclusion work so gaps stay sealed through hurricane season and beyond.Learn More →
Our process
From the First Roof Check to the Final Visit
Most single-family homes in Coral Springs take about 2 to 3 weeks from start to finish. A large colony or a connected townhome building can take longer.
- First visit
Roof and yard check
We walk the tile or shingle line, the attic, the garage, the pool cage and the yard, and take photos of every opening. You get the plan and the price.
- After you approve
Exclusion
Every entry point is sealed with metal flashing, hardware cloth or mesh. See our rodent exclusion service.
- Next 1 to 2 weeks
Trapping
Snap traps go on the runways inside the attic and garage. We check and move them on return visits.
- Once activity stops
Cleanup
Droppings, nests and soiled insulation are removed with disinfectant. Learn more about rodent cleanup.
- Follow-up
Final check
We come back to confirm there are no new droppings, rub marks or fresh gnawing before we close the job.
City rules that help
Trash Carts, Bulk Piles and Neighbor Complaints in Coral Springs
Rats follow food and cover. Garbage carts left open at the curb and bulk piles that sit for days give them both. The city’s collection rules help, if everyone on the street follows them.
If the rats seem to come from a neighbor’s overgrown yard or a pile of junk, you can file a property complaint through the city’s My Coral Springs portal. The city notes that under Florida law, code complaints must include your name and address. Inspectors cannot open a case from an anonymous complaint unless there is an imminent threat.
Keep cart lids closed, and store pet food, bird seed and grass seed in sealed bins in the garage.
Coral Springs collection rules
- Hauler
- Coastal Waste & Recycling, since October 1, 2024
- Garbage
- Twice a week, recycling once a week
- Cart out
- By 7 a.m. on collection day
- Cart in
- By 7 p.m. after pickup
- Bulk trash
- Once a week for single-family homes, up to 6 cubic yards (no more than 2 of construction debris)
- Problems
- Coastal at 954-866-4738
Source: City of Coral Springs, Trash and Recycling page and Solid Waste FAQ; City of Coral Springs, My Coral Springs page.
Know your rodent
Roof Rat, Norway Rat or House Mouse?
Each one lives in a different part of a Coral Springs property, so the fix is different too.
| Rodent | Where it lives | Droppings | Other signs |
|---|---|---|---|
| Roof rat (Rattus rattus) | Attics, palms, trees, under roof tile | About 1/4 to 1/2 inch, pointed ends | Running in the ceiling at night, hollowed fruit, greasy rub marks on beams |
| Norway rat (Rattus norvegicus) | Burrows on lake and canal banks, under slabs, sheds and dumpsters | Larger and blunt | Holes in the soil along foundations and banks, gnawed doors near the ground |
| House mouse (Mus musculus) | Kitchens, pantries, garages, wall voids | About 1/8 inch | Chewed food boxes, small holes in drywall, nests of shredded paper |
Source: UF/IFAS Extension, Roof Rats UW120 and Rat and Mouse Control ENY-224.
Cost and common mistakes
What Rat Removal Costs, and What Wastes Your Money
We could not find a published price survey for Coral Springs, so here are national market averages from HomeGuide. A national average of about $375, with most jobs between $150 and $600. A small job with one entry point runs about $200 to $500, and a medium job with several visits and multiple entry points runs about $500 to $1,500.
On a tile roof, the number of open eave ends and ridge gaps is usually the biggest cost driver. We give you a written price after the inspection, before any work starts.
Source: HomeGuide, Rat Exterminator Cost (national averages, not our quote).
What does not work
- Ultrasonic plug-ins. UF/IFAS found no evidence they control rats.
- Spray foam in roof gaps. Rats chew through it in a night.
- Repellent sprays and mothballs. No repellent is registered for roof rats.
- Poison in the attic. Rats can die in the walls and leave a smell. We handle dead rodent removal if that happens.
- Sweeping up droppings. The CDC says to wet them with disinfectant or 1 part bleach to 9 parts water first, wait 5 minutes and wipe up.
Source: UF/IFAS Extension, Roof Rats UW120; CDC, Clean Up After Rodents.
Primary Coral Springs response zone
Coral Springs service coverage
Is your ZIP on the route?
Coral Springs has 7 ZIP codes. We serve all of them, plus the wider Broward County area. Call if you do not see yours.
33065330673307133073330753307633077
Areas we serve
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Heron Bay · Eagle Trace · Whispering Woods · Maplewood Isle · The Isles · Turtle Run · Coral Square area · Sample Road corridor
Coral Springs rodent FAQ
What Coral Springs Homeowners Want to Know
Questions about your roof, your HOA or a rodent problem next door? Call and talk to our team.
Call (561) 562-7607 →Most often through the open ends of the first row of tile at the eave, where the bird stop is missing or broken. Cracked ridge mortar and gaps where the roof meets a wall are next. We seal these with metal or mesh so the roof keeps its look.
Our work is done behind and under the tile and along the soffit and fascia, so it does not change your roof material. If a tile needs replacing or a new roof color is involved, that goes to a roofer and may need city review. Check with your HOA too.
There is no published Coral Springs price survey. HomeGuide lists a national average of about $375, with most jobs between $150 and $600. Your price depends on how many openings need sealing, and you get it in writing before any work starts.
It depends on your HOA rules. Ask your association to trim limbs and palm fronds that touch the roof or pool cage. If you hire your own trimmer, Broward County requires a Tree License, and removing a tree needs a city application.
Not for a code case. The city says Florida law requires your name and address on a code complaint, and inspectors cannot act on anonymous complaints unless there is an imminent threat. You can file through the My Coral Springs portal.
Yes. For buildings with shared walls we look at the whole structure, since rodents move between units. Shops and restaurants get scheduled visits, locked bait stations outside and written logs. See our commercial rodent control page.
Yes. We cover Coral Springs ZIP codes 33065, 33067, 33071, 33073, 33075, 33076 and 33077, plus nearby Parkland, Coconut Creek, Margate and Tamarac. We are open 24/7.
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