You’re sitting quietly at night, and suddenly… scratch… scratch… coming from the attic or behind the walls. If that’s happened to you recently, you’re not imagining things — and you’re definitely not alone. I’ve had a few clients around Portland call me with the same question:

“Could it be rats or mice?”

Short answer? Yes. And they’re not just coming in for a visit — they plan to stay.

🏠 Why Rodents Love Our Homes

Rodents are smart, sneaky, and always looking for three things: warmth, food, and shelter. And your home checks all the boxes — especially in fall and winter, or during heavy rain. Small gaps in siding, rooflines, vents, or even under doors are like open invitations for them to come in.

🚨 Why You Shouldn’t Ignore It

Besides the creepy noises, rodents come with real problems:

• They chew wires (fire hazard)

• They leave behind droppings and urine (health risk)

• They multiply fast (a couple today… a colony tomorrow)

I’ve had clients who waited “just to see if it stops.” It didn’t. It got worse. Don’t be that person.

🔍 What You Can Look Out For

Here’s what I always advise my clients to check:

• Scratching or movement noises in walls or ceilings, especially at night

• Droppings (they look like dark grains of rice)

• Chewed packaging in your pantry

• Musty odors or nesting material like shredded paper or fabric

🛠️ How We Help at North Rift

When I do a rodent inspection, I’m not just looking to trap what’s there — I’m looking at how they got in, where they’re hiding, and how to stop them for good.

Here’s what we typically do:

• Full inspection of your attic, crawl space, rooflines, and baseboards

• Seal up entry points

• Set up traps or bait stations (pet-safe)

• Provide follow-up and long-term prevention options

Most of my clients say, “I wish I had called sooner.” So if something’s moving in your ceiling and it’s not Santa, give us a call.

📞 Ready to Take Back Your Home?

Reach out today to schedule a free inspection. Whether it’s mice in the attic or rats in the crawl space, we’ve got you covered — fast, safe, and local.