Rat & rodent control built around West Vancouver properties

West Vancouver combines ocean-side exposure, steep lots, and mature landscaping, ideal for ants, spiders, wasps, and rodents that use rooflines and perimeter voids. Our technicians are used to hillside access, long driveways, and strata expectations for documentation and timing. Whether you need a one-time wasp nest removal or a seasonal perimeter program, we align treatments with how your property actually faces the water.

People set the trap before they know how the rodent got in. We get it — once the scratching stops and the trap goes off, it feels like you solved the problem. But catching it only handles the rodent that’s there right now.

That’s why we approach rodent control in this order:

1. TRACK — Find the entry point and understand the route they’re using.

2. SEAL — Close off that route with the right physical barrier.

3. CATCH — Once the entry point is secured, deal with the rodents already inside.

4. CLEAN — Once the activity is under control, address the urine, waste, residue, and odor left behind.

That’s the Rodent Free approach: find the route, seal it, catch what’s left, clean up after.

Roof rats, Norway rats, and house mice use different routes: rooflines, utility penetrations, garage doors, floor drains, and overgrown perimeters. We look for droppings, gnaw marks, grease rubs, and burrows, then use the right tools for what we find — snap traps, food or liquid bait, and where it fits, Rat Vac capture — always after (or alongside) sealing so the population can’t keep replenishing.

For thorough proofing, optional plumbing smoke testing reveals unseen openings in plumbing and connected pathways so they can be located and sealed.

What we handle in West Vancouver

Norway rats and roof rats
House mice and field mice
Entry tracking and route mapping
Exclusion sealing and physical barriers
Snap trapping, food bait and liquid bait
Plumbing smoke testing for hidden entry points
Cleanup of urine, waste, residue & odor
Prevention and exterior monitoring

Neighbourhood coverage

We serve Ambleside, Dundarave, British Properties, Caulfeild, Horseshoe Bay and surrounding West Vancouver neighbourhoods. If your property is outside these examples, call and we will confirm the nearest technician route.

Local notes for West Vancouver

North Shore climate & pest pressure

Cool, wet shoulder seasons and mild summers mean ants and spiders stay active longer than many homeowners expect. We target exterior harbourage, moisture points, and entry routes, not just interior sprays.

Strata & rental coordination

Many West Vancouver buildings are multi-unit with shared crawlspaces, parkades, and landscaped corridors. We coordinate access, scope between units and common areas, and keep communication clear for councils and residents.

Wildlife & exclusion

Raccoons and squirrels are common where greenbelts meet roofs. We combine humane removal with durable exclusion, vents, soffits, and deck gaps, so the problem does not return next season.

Why West Vancouver chooses us

Once the scratching stops and a trap goes off, it feels solved — but catching alone only handles the rodent that’s there right now. We track the route, seal it, catch what’s left, and clean up after. That’s the Rodent Free approach Metro Vancouver homes actually need.

How service usually works

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1. Track
Find the entry point and understand the route they’re using — droppings, grease runways, gnaw marks, and how rodents move between the exterior, plumbing penetrations, and the home. Our inspections use motion sensor cameras, a borescope, and a thermal camera to locate pest activity in voids, wall cavities, attics, and rooflines that a visual walkthrough alone can miss.
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2. Seal
Close off that route with the right physical barrier around foundations, roofs, vents, garage doors, and utility lines. Optional plumbing smoke testing can reveal hidden pipe and void pathways so unseen holes can be patched too.
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3. Catch
Once the entry point is secured, deal with the rodents already inside — professional snap traps on confirmed runways, food bait in tamper-resistant stations, liquid bait when animals are trap-shy, and Rat Vac capture where the layout suits it.
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4. Clean
Once activity is under control, address the urine, waste, residue, and odor left behind. We assess the affected areas and explain the cleanup plan before work begins.

Frequently asked questions

What’s the Rodent Free approach?

Track the entry and travel route, Seal it with the right physical barrier, Catch what’s already inside, then Clean urine, waste, residue, and odor once activity is under control. Catching alone only handles the rodent that’s there right now — sealing stops the next ones from walking in.

Is cleanup included?

Once rodent activity is under control, we assess the affected areas and explain the cleanup plan before work begins.

Do you use snap traps, food bait, and liquid bait?

Yes — after we track and seal, we catch what’s left with snap trapping, food bait, and liquid bait as needed, with pet- and family-aware placements. Your technician chooses the mix after inspection.

What is the plumbing smoke test addon?

We introduce smoke into plumbing and connected pathways to reveal unseen openings rodents use — pipe sleeves, under-slab gaps, and void routes that are difficult to spot during a visual walkthrough. Revealed openings can then be sealed as part of the exclusion plan.

How do you prevent rodents from returning?

We seal the route they use — not only catch the ones already inside. Exclusion, reduced food and harborage, optional smoke testing for hidden utility gaps, and clear prevention recommendations keep pressure from bouncing back.

What is the Rat Vac you use?

We deploy the Rat Vac motion-sensor rodent catching system — the shop-vac–based station where bait draws rodents in and movement triggers suction into a wet/dry vacuum drum. Product details from the manufacturer: https://shoprodentfree.com/products/rat-vac-motion-sensor-rodent-catching-systems. We use it when placement, species behavior, and regulations make it the right tool alongside snap traps, bait, and proofing; your technician confirms fit at inspection.

Do you handle dead rodent removal?

Yes, we safely remove dead rodents and can clean affected areas to reduce odor and contamination risk. We assess the area and explain the cleanup plan before work begins.

Are your methods pet-safe?

We use tamper-resistant stations, careful placements, and method selection around pets and children. Snap traps and bait are positioned away from pet access whenever possible; tell us about dogs, cats, or livestock at booking.

I hear scratching in the walls—what should I do?

Avoid sealing holes blindly before we track the route and control the population. We inspect first to locate access and activity, then seal and catch in the right order so animals do not die inside voids.

Do you provide rat control in Burnaby?

Yes. Burnaby sees heavy rat and mouse pressure near greenbelts, lanes, and multi-unit buildings. We track entry points and food sources, seal routes, then catch and clean — plus smoke testing when hidden plumbing routes are suspected — so populations do not rebound.