Rodent Management
Rodent Control in Hollister, CA
101 Exterminators does rodent control in Hollister, where Norway rats out of the San Benito River corridor and the surrounding fields are a year-round problem instead of a fall wave. We trap, seal the entry points, and clean up after — house, garage, shed, barn, and feed storage — because treating only the house means they come back from the same place next month. Working San Benito County since 2005, SPCB Lic. #9119.
Warning Signs
Signs You Need Rodents Service in Hollister
Our program combines three components: (1) Exclusion — sealing gaps in foundations, pipe penetrations, vents, and roof eaves using hardware cloth, copper mesh, foam sealant, and sheet metal as appropriate. (2) Trapping — placement and monitoring of snap traps, live traps, and glue boards in active areas. (3) Exterior bait stations — tamper-resistant bait stations positioned along perimeter rodent runways for ongoing population management.
Droppings along walls, in cabinets, behind appliances, or in attic insulation
Gnaw marks on wiring, wood, plastic pipes, or food packaging
Grease marks along walls or baseboards — oil from rodent fur rubbed repeatedly on surfaces
Nesting materials (shredded paper, insulation, fabric) in hidden locations
Scratching or scurrying sounds in walls, ceilings, or under floors at night
Burrows in landscaping, mulch beds, or under concrete slabs
Citrus or avocado fruits with bite marks — a classic roof rat indicator
Pet acting alert at walls or cabinets when no visible cause exists
How It Works
Our Rodents Process in Hollister
Every job follows the same methodical approach — no shortcuts, no guesswork. Here is what to expect when you work with us in Hollister.
Inspection & Runway Mapping
We identify gnaw marks, runways, burrows, droppings, and grease trails to map rodent activity throughout the property — interior and exterior.
Exclusion
We seal all discovered entry points with durable materials appropriate to the opening — hardware cloth, copper mesh, sheet metal flashing, or foam sealant for smaller gaps.
Trapping & Bait Placement
Interior snap traps and exterior tamper-resistant bait stations are positioned along active runways. We monitor and service these on a schedule until activity ceases.
Follow-Up & Monitoring
We return to clear traps, replenish bait, check exclusion work, and confirm that the population has been eliminated before closing out the service.
Why 101 Exterminators
Rodents You Can Count On in Hollister
Exclusion-First Methodology
Without sealing entry points, any rodent removed will simply be replaced by another. We seal the structure before or concurrent with trapping — not as an afterthought.
No Unmonitored Poison Bait Indoors
We do not place loose rodenticide indoors where rodents can carry it to walls and die inaccessibly. Interior work uses traps with daily monitoring during active treatment.
Regional Species Knowledge
Norway rats, roof rats, and deer mice behave differently and require different approaches. We identify the species present before selecting treatment methods.
Sanitation Recommendations
After resolving an infestation, we advise on harborage removal, vegetation management, and food storage to prevent reinfestation — not just a repeat service call.
Common Questions
Rodent Control FAQs for Hollister
Rats keep coming back to my property near the San Benito River. What am I missing?
Almost always it is a food or harborage source outside the structure, not a failed trap line. The river corridor through Hollister holds a permanent Norway rat population, so removing the ones inside only opens space for the next ones unless the entry is sealed and the draw is gone. Look at feed and pet food storage, fruit and nut drop, woodpiles, and dense vegetation pressed against the fence before you look at anything else.
Do crawl space vents need to be sealed differently in Hollister because of the fault?
Yes — use hardware cloth or sheet metal fastened to solid framing instead of expanding foam or caulk alone. Ground movement along the Calaveras Fault works on Hollister foundations continuously, so any seal that depends on adhesion will separate again within a few years. Rigid material still spans a gap that has widened; a flexible bead does not. We re-check previously sealed vents on follow-up visits here for exactly that reason.
What is the difference between the rats in my barn on Tres Pinos Road and the ones in my attic?
Barn and ground-level activity in Hollister is usually Norway rats (Rattus norvegicus), which burrow and stay low, while attic activity is more often roof rats (Rattus rattus) traveling in on branches and utility lines. The distinction changes where traps go — burrow entrances and wall runways for Norway rats, elevated runs and roof junctions for roof rats. We identify by droppings, burrow pattern, and travel routes before setting anything.
Local Pest Pressure
Common Pests We Treat in Hollister
Every area has its own pest profile shaped by climate, housing, and geography. These are the pests we see and treat most often in Hollister — tap any one to learn how to identify it and what treatment involves.
Rodent Control · Hollister
Free Limited Rodents Inspection in Hollister
CA licensed and insured. Written estimate before any work begins. Same-day response available for urgent situations in Hollister.