Why Rodents Surge in Carrollton Every Fall & Winter

Carrollton homes experience a seasonal spike every year due to three major factors:

1. Temperature drops push rodents indoors

Rats and mice begin looking for warmth as soon as nighttime temperatures dip into the 40s. Your attic becomes:

• Warm
  
  
• Quiet
  
  
• Safe from predators
  
  
• Full of insulation they can burrow into
  
  

2. Construction zones near Josey, Hebron & Old Denton displace them

Anytime new apartments, neighborhoods, or commercial buildings go up:

• Burrows get destroyed
  
  
• Rats relocate into subdivisions
  
  
• Activity increases for 6–12 months
  
  

Carrollton has massive construction along 121, Trinity Mills, and Hebron — all pushing rodents outward.

3. Dense neighborhoods = easy food sources

Rodents thrive around communities where:

• Dog food is left out
  
  
• Bird feeders spill seed
  
  
• Trash cans sit outside unsealed
  
  
• Food trucks or restaurants are nearby
  
  

Carrollton has hundreds of restaurants and commercial corridors, and rats travel up to 300 feet per night to find food.

Roof Rats vs. Norway Rats in Carrollton

Carrollton has BOTH types — and they behave differently.

Roof Rats (most common in Carrollton)

• Live in attics
  
  
• Travel power lines, fences, tree branches
  
  
• Excellent climbers
  
  
• Long tail, slender body
  
  

Norway Rats

• Burrow around foundations
  
  
• Stay low to the ground
  
  
• Larger, stockier
  
  
• Strong odor
  
  

Knowing the type matters because bait placement is completely different for each.

Signs You Already Have Rodents in Your Home

If you notice ANY of the following, you likely have an active infestation:

1. Sounds at night

• Scratching
  
  
• Light scurrying
  
  
• Thumping
  
  
• Chewing noises
  
  

2. Droppings (most common sign)

Rodent droppings look like brown grains of rice.

3. Gnaw marks on wires, plastic, or wood

They chew constantly to keep their teeth short.

4. Entry points around garage doors & weep holes

In Carrollton, 90% of rodent entry points come from:

• Garage gaps
  
  
• A/C line penetrations
  
  
• Roof returns
  
  
• Cracks around brick
  
  

5. Smudges on walls or baseboards

Rodent fur leaves grease marks along travel routes.

The 3 Biggest Mistakes Homeowners Make

Mistake #1 — Putting down poison inside the attic

This is dangerous because rodents can die inside walls, causing odor problems.

The EPA warns about unsafe indoor poison use and accidental exposure:

https://www.epa.gov/rodenticides

Mistake #2 — Only using bait without sealing entry points

You MUST deny them access.

Otherwise, they’ll leave for two days… then come right back.

Mistake #3 — Using ultrasonic devices

These have been proven ineffective and offer zero long-term protection.

My Proven Rodent Control Process for Carrollton Homeowners

As the owner-operator, I handle every rodent service myself. Here’s exactly what I do:

1. Full Inspection (Interior + Exterior)

I check:

• Attic
  
  
• Garage
  
  
• Roofline
  
  
• Weep holes
  
  
• A/C line entries
  
  
• Gaps behind gutters
  
  
• Fence-line vegetation
  
  
• Interiors where activity is suspected
  
  

This inspection identifies all active rodent pathways.

2. Entry Point Sealing (Exclusion Work)

I professionally seal every opening rodents can use, including:

• Gaps under garage doors
  
  
• Weep holes
  
  
• A/C and utility line penetrations
  
  
• Roof returns
  
  
• Fascia board separations
  
  
• Foundation cracks
  
  

This step is CRITICAL. Most companies skip it.

Titan Pest Defense does not cut corners.

3. Targeted Baiting & Trapping

Depending on the infestation, I use:

• Tamper-resistant exterior bait stations
  
  
• Snap traps in strategic locations
  
  
• Non-toxic monitoring blocks
  
  
• Heavy-duty attic traps (if needed)
  
  

I never place poison loose inside the home.

For health and safety info, the CDC provides detailed guidance on rodent disease prevention:

https://www.cdc.gov/rodents/prevent-infestations

4. Follow-Up Visits

I return personally to:

• Remove rodents caught in traps
  
  
• Replace bait
  
  
• Re-check sealed entry points
  
  
• Confirm activity has stopped
  
  

Most Carrollton homes clear in 2–3 weeks when done correctly.

5. Long-Term Rodent Prevention for Carrollton Homes

Once your home is rodent-free, I provide seasonal recommendations tailored to North Texas:

• Trim tree branches 6–8 feet away from roof
  
  
• Keep trash sealed nightly
  
  
• Store pet food inside
  
  
• Don’t leave birdseed on the ground
  
  
• Keep garage doors closed whenever possible
  
  

Titan Pest Defense proudly provides rodent and pest protection across our core service towns:

• Learn more about our full treatments on the Carrollton Pest Control.
  
  
• We also serve nearby homeowners with Addison Pest Control and Farmers Branch Pest Control services.
  
  

These towns are my primary focus and where I perform all of my owner-operated services personally.

Why Carrollton Homeowners Choose Titan Pest Defense

You’re not dealing with a big franchise or a rotating crew of technicians.

You’re hiring me — the owner, the operator, and the person who stands behind every job.

Carrollton homeowners choose Titan because:

• I show up on time
  
  
• I explain everything clearly
  
  
• I seal things the right way
  
  
• I do NOT upsell
  
  
• I treat your home like my own
  
  

Rats and mice are stressful. My job is to make the process painless and professional.

Get Rodent Control in Carrollton Before the Problem Grows

Rodents multiply fast — and every cold front increases activity.

If you suspect movement in your attic or find droppings in your garage, don’t wait.

Call Titan Pest Defense today

and protect your home this season.