Dead Animal Removal

Expert Rat Removal to Protect Your Home

Rats in your attic or crawl space? Attic Star provides professional, humane removal across the Bay Area, with free inspection and estimates.

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  • Family-Owned, 25+ Years
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25+ YrsServing the Bay Area
LicensedBonded & Insured
4.9 ★184+ Google Reviews
FamilyOwned & Operated
Expert Rat Removal to Protect Your Home
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Our Rat Removal Process

Careful identification and safe, humane removal — with prevention work so it doesn't happen again.

  • Inspection and identification
  • Safe and humane removal
  • Sealing and prevention
  • Odor and contamination cleanup
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Rodent Proofing

Everything You Need to Know About Dead Animal Removal

Rats in your attic or crawlspace can cause significant damage, contaminate your living spaces, and pose serious health risks. Our rat removal service targets these pesky rodents quickly and efficiently, ensuring your home is safe and secure once again.

We don’t just eliminate rats—we thoroughly inspect, remove, and seal entry points to prevent future infestations. With years of experience and professional-grade equipment, we provide lasting protection against rat infestations in your attic or crawlspace.

We begin with a comprehensive inspection of your attic and crawlspace to locate signs of rat activity. Our team identifies all entry points and areas of concern to ensure effective removal.

Using humane methods and safe techniques, we remove rats from your attic or crawlspace. Our professional team ensures the safe capture and removal of the rodents without any harm to your property.

Once the rats are removed, we seal all potential entry points to prevent future access. We also offer guidance on how to maintain a rat-free home and ensure long-term protection.

Signs of rat infestation include droppings, gnaw marks, strange sounds, and strong odors. If you notice any of these symptoms, it’s important to act fast to prevent further damage.

Yes, we use safe and humane methods to remove rats, ensuring that your family and pets remain unaffected throughout the process.

Good to Know

Understanding Rodent Proofing

Rodents can squeeze through openings as small as a quarter-inch for mice and roughly a half-inch for rats, which is why effective exclusion work focuses on sealing gaps around utility penetrations, vents, and roofline joints — not just the obvious holes.

Humane exclusion (sealing entry points after removal) is generally more effective long-term than repeated trapping alone, since trapping without sealing just creates an opening for the next rodent to move in.

Rodent droppings and nesting material can harbor bacteria and, in some cases, hantavirus — which is why professional cleanup after an infestation uses sanitization, not just physical removal, to make the space safe again.

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Our Process

How We Handle Dead Animal Removal

1

Comprehensive Inspection

We identify entry points, nesting areas, and the extent of the infestation.

2

Removal & Exclusion

Rodents are safely removed and entry points are sealed to prevent return.

3

Sanitize & Repair

Contaminated insulation and damaged materials are cleaned or replaced.

4

Follow-Up Monitoring

We check that exclusion work is holding and your home stays protected.

4.9 ★ on Google · 184+ Reviews

What Bay Area Homeowners Are Saying

★★★★★

“We had no idea why our winter utility expenditures were going up year after year. It came to light that the majority of the attic insulation had settled, and that certain spots had been contaminated by rodents in the past. It was…”

Ollie Nichols · Google Review
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“Basement had this weird cold, damp feeling year-round that never really went away. Mold remediation uncovered moisture trapped behind insulation panels near the wall framing. Everything affected was removed properly and replaced after…”

Melissa Masters · Google Review
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“Even with the help of candles, the musty smell in the basement persisted. There was growth under storage shelves that we never moved, therefore it was the appropriate call to get rid of the mold. Without resorting to jargon typical of…”

Janice Boissonneault · Google Review
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“I expected a few shocks when I bought an older house, but I didn't expect this many. Major maintenance was required in the attic due to polluted insulation and decaying ducting. To ensure that we tackled everything in the correct…”

Tiffany Webb · Google Review
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“The attic used to feel extremely hot in summer and freezing in winter. After insulation replacement, temperatures inside the home became much easier to manage. Tomer pointed out several sections where insulation coverage had almost…”

Blake Cox · Google Review
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“We prayed it was only noise since we could hear something moving in the garage ceiling. In fact, it wasn't. Insulation cleanup and rodent proofing were the last touches. In order to avoid a similar situation next year, Tom ensured that…”

Helen Davis · Google Review
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“My parents moved in with us. All of a sudden the attic air quality seemed important. There was the problem of rodents from prior years. Tomer’s workers fully cleaned, sealed and reinsulated. The peace of mind was worth every cent.”

Nannie Farmer · Google Review
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“Attic Star's response time to my inquiry was unbelievable. I emailed requesting an appointment and they called me within 15 minutes. Anytime I have needed to speak with them, and call, an actual person answers the phone. To begin…”

Sue MacDonald · Google Review
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“I saw right away that the HVAC system wasn't working properly after purchasing the property from its long-term owners. Yearly accumulation went unnoticed until duct replacement. We were able to correctly update things with Daniel's support.”

Delores Murakami · Google Review
★★★★★

“Holiday hosting made us finally deal with basement mold we’d ignored too long. Tom made that space feel welcoming again.”

Dora Berger · Google Review
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Common Questions

FAQ

How much does dead animal removal cost? +

Cost depends on the size of your home and the scope of the work. We provide a free, no-obligation inspection and give you an exact quote before anything begins — no surprises.

How long does the work take? +

Most jobs are completed in a single day. Larger or more involved projects may take longer, which we'll confirm during your free inspection.

Do I need to be home during the work? +

You don't need to stay in the work area itself, but we do ask that someone is available at the start and end of the appointment. Our crew works cleanly and keeps you updated throughout.

Are you licensed and insured? +

Yes — Attic Star is fully licensed, bonded, and insured, and has served Bay Area homeowners for over 25 years.

What's the difference between rodent proofing and pest control? +

Pest control typically treats an active problem (trapping or removal); rodent proofing focuses on sealing the entry points that let rodents in to begin with, so the problem doesn't come back. We generally recommend both together for a lasting fix.

Is it safe for kids and pets? +

Yes — we use humane, professional-grade methods and materials, and can walk you through exactly what's being used in and around your home.

How do I know if I actually have a rodent problem? +

Common signs include droppings, gnaw marks on wires or wood, scratching sounds in walls or the attic, and a persistent musty or ammonia-like smell. If you've noticed any of these, it's worth a free inspection.

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