
AFFORDABLE & EFFECTIVE ELLIJAY RAT CONTROL SERVICES
At Southern Wildlife Management, We deliver Fast, Legal, and Ellijay Rat Trapping & Rodent Prevention backed by more than 15 years of experience across North Georgia. Rats in your attic, crawlspace, or walls can cause thousands in damageโchewing electrical wires, destroying insulation, and contaminating your home with hazardous droppings that can transmit Hantavirus, Leptospirosis, and Salmonella.
Our licensed experts use Precision Trapping Strategies combined with Permanent Rodent Exclusion to get rid of the ratsโand keep them out. We donโt believe in band-aid solutions. Whether youโve seen gnaw marks, droppings, or heard scratching sounds at night, weโll locate the problem, trap aggressively, and seal every entry point to protect your Ellijay property from future infestations.
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๐ (678) 935-5900
Our Highly Skilled Rat Control Services uses a 2-Step Approach

Expert Rat Trapping

5 -Year Warranty Rat Exclusion
Call US for FAST & AFFORDABLE Rat Control !
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Complete Rodent Control โ From Start to Finish
Whether youโre hearing scratching in the attic or want to prevent future infestations, our process delivers lasting protection. We combine effective rat trapping with expert exclusion workโsealing off every entry point to keep your home secure and rodent-free.
At Southern Wildlife Management, weโve assisted homeowners in neighborhoods like Walnut Mountain, Coosawattee River Resort, and Covered Bridge Estates, tackling persistent rat problems with proven methods and long-term solutions. Call today for reliable, affordable rat control you can trust.
Call US for FAST & AFFORDABLE Rat Control !
๐ (678) 935-5900
WHY CHOOSE US FOR YOUR ELLIJAY RAT CONTROL?
โข FLAT-RATE RAT TRAPPING FEES: We provide transparent pricing with no hidden fees. You pay one flat rate for complete Rodent Trapping servicesโno surprises based on the number of rats caught or traps used.
โข DAILY TRAP MONITORING: To maximize effectiveness, we check traps daily. If a rat is caught, the trap is emptied and reset immediately. If a trap isnโt working, we relocate or rebait it for optimal efficiency.
โข FAMILY-OWNED BUSINESS: As a family-owned business, we take pride in each job we handle. Youโll always work directly with an owner, ensuring the highest level of professionalism, care, and attention to detail.
โข COMPETITIVE PRICING: Our rates for Rodent Control and Rat Extermination are among the most competitive in Alpharetta. Our small business model allows us to provide top-tier service at affordable prices.
โข EXPERT RAT TRAPPERS: With years of experience as licensed wildlife rehabbers and third-generation trappers, we have a thorough understanding of rat behavior. This expertise allows us to implement the most effective Rodent Trapping methods for fast and efficient results.
โข 5-YEAR WARRANTY ON EXCLUSION SERVICES: We back our Rat Proofing services with a 5-year warranty, guaranteeing no rodents will re-enter through the areas we seal. We focus on both structural integrity and aesthetics to keep your home safe and looking great. Visit our wildlife exclusion page to learn more.
Call US for FAST & AFFORDABLE Rat Control !
๐ (678) 935-5900
๐ Top 15 FAQs โ Rat Trapping & Rat Control in Ellijay
Q) What attracts rats to homes in Ellijay?
A) Forest edges, creek-adjacent properties, and pet food in garages or sheds are common attractants. Rats love quiet places with warmth, food, and moisture.
Q) How long does it take to remove rats from my property?
A) Most trapping jobs are completed within one week and include up to five service visits to ensure the job is fully resolved.
Q) Do you provide rat control for cabins near the Cartecay River or mountain rentals?
A) Absolutely. We frequently work with vacation homes and cabins, including secondary residences that need discreet rodent control while vacant.
Q) What are the warning signs of a rat infestation?
A) Scratching sounds at night, chewed insulation, droppings in the attic or pantry, and gnaw marks around baseboards or entry holes.
Q) Will rats come back after I trap them?
A) Yesโunless the home is sealed. Trapping is phase one. Once activity ends, we move to exclusion and block off entry points with critter-proof materials.
Q) Can rats be active during the day?
A) Occasionally, yes. If food is scarce, theyโre nursing pups, or itโs mating season, daytime activity isnโt unusualโbut it may also indicate a large population.
Q) What makes your rat trapping different from general pest control?
A) Pest control often relies on bait boxes. We trap, remove, and follow up with structural exclusion to solve the problem permanentlyโnot just manage it.
Q) What types of traps do you use?
A) We use industrial-grade snap traps and live cages depending on layout. We never use poisons indoors to avoid odor or dead animal cleanup jobs.
Q) Do I need to clean up after the rats are gone?
A) If rats entered the living space, then yesโdisinfection and cleanup are important. If they were only in the attic, itโs rarely necessary due to heat and minimal latrine behavior.
Q) Can you trap rats in garages or under decks too?
A) Definitely. We cover garages, basements, sheds, crawlspaces, atticsโeven under porches or in wall voids if thereโs access.
Q) Whatโs included in your initial rat inspection?
A) We inspect your attic, roofline, crawlspace, and around the home for entry points, droppings, signs of nesting, and damage.
Q) Do you offer wildlife exclusion after rat removal?
A) Yes, after confirming no remaining rat activity, we seal up access points using solid, durable materials designed to keep rodents out for good.
Q) Do I need to be home during service visits?
A) Not necessarily. Many Ellijay homeowners provide access codes, lockboxes, or coordinate visits remotely. We leave detailed visit logs every time.
Q) Why donโt store-bought traps work well?
A) Rats are smart and cautious. If traps are placed incorrectly or carry scent, they may avoid them entirelyโor worse, learn to outsmart future setups.
Q) How do I know when the rats are officially gone?
A) The final sign is zero trap activity and no new evidenceโplus your home passes our final inspection and is cleared for exclusion.