Rodent Control

Virginia Beach Rodent Control & Removal Service

Winter is prime rodent season in Virginia Beach. As soon as the coastal winds start to bite, rats and mice search for warmth and shelter in homes from the Oceanfront to Pungo. Your attic, crawl space, or the area behind your walls can be a winter home for them. This is especially true if there’s food and water close by. Now Offering Same Day Rodent Control Services.

Expert Rodent Extermination for Virginia Beach Homeowners

If you’ve heard scratching in the walls or found droppings in your pantry, you’re not alone. Rodents affect over 21 million U.S. homes annually, and Virginia Beach’s unique coastal environment makes our neighborhoods especially vulnerable.

For over 25 years, our family-owned business has helped thousands of Virginia Beach families with rodent extermination. We protect them from the stress and damage of rodent infestations. We understand the unique challenges our community faces and offer proven, safe, and effective solutions to restore your peace of mind. Whether you need a one-time removal or a year-round prevention plan, we’re here to help.

For questions about our Virginia Beach rodent control services or to schedule an appointment, call (757) 502-0200 or get in touch online. Do you have an emergency? We can make same-day appointments.

Contact Universal Pest & Termite Today!

A member of our team will be in touch shortly to confirm your contact details or address questions you may have.

Full Name

Phone Number

Select a service below...

How can we help you?

By submitting, you agree to be contacted about your request & other information using automated technology. Message frequency varies. Msg & data rates may apply. Text STOP to cancel. Acceptable Use Policy

The Unseen Damage Rodents Cause in Virginia Beach Homes

Your home is your family’s sanctuary. A rodent infestation does more than just cause a nuisance; it creates real risks to your property and disrupts your sense of security.

White house icon with a chimney and door.

Destruction to Property

Once inside, rodents can chew through electrical wires, creating serious fire hazards. They shred attic insulation. This can cause higher energy bills and damage the wood structure of your home. In Virginia Beach, their burrowing can be especially problematic for homes with crawl spaces, which are common in our region.

satisfaction

Disruption to Your Peace of Mind

There is nothing more unsettling than the sound of scratching in the walls or the scuttling of tiny feet in the attic at night. Finding droppings in your kitchen or pantry can cause stress and anxiety. What once felt safe now becomes a source of worry for your family.

A close-up of a white virus icon on a green background.

Contamination and Health Risks

Rodents leave a trail of droppings, urine, and saliva wherever they go, contaminating surfaces and food prep areas. The Virginia Department of Health confirms that rats and mice can spread over 200 different germs, posing a health risk to your children and pets. This is a particular concern in Virginia Beach, where damp crawl spaces after storms can heighten exposure risks.

Our Professional Rodent Control Process for Virginia Beach

Seal Up

Even the tiniest crack in your foundation, siding, or around pipes can be an open door for rodents. During our inspection, we carefully check your home or business for these problem areas. We then seal them with strong, long-lasting materials so rats and mice can’t sneak back inside. This step is especially important for homes near the waterfront in Virginia Beach or older houses in Norfolk, where shifting foundations can leave small gaps.

Rodent Removal

We use targeted traps and secure bait stations in areas where activity is highest, such as attics, crawl spaces, or garages. Your family’s safety is always our top concern, so we place traps and bait only in locations that won’t put kids or pets at risk. By focusing on problem areas, we can quickly cut down rodent populations and restore peace of mind.

Clean Up

Rodents leave behind droppings, nests, and damage that can be harmful to your health. We remove contaminated insulation, cleaning out crawl spaces, sanitizing air ducts, and applying treatments that reduce bacteria and odors. This is especially crucial for Hampton Roads homeowners with crawl spaces, which are common in the region and often attract pests because of moisture.

Starting at $39/month

Ready to Get these Rats out of your house?

Trust Universal Pest & Termite to Protect
Your Family, Pets and Home

NPMAN logo with tagline emphasizing quick pest management and protection mission.
pest vets
entrico
Chamber-of-Commerce
bbb logo
neighborhood favorite

Why Choose Universal Pest & Termite for Virginia Beach Rodent Control?

Unmatched Virginia Beach Expertise For over 20 years, we’ve helped homeowners all over Virginia Beach. We cover everything from Oceanfront condos and Kempsville suburbs to Pungo farmhouses.

We understand the unique rodent pressures our neighborhoods face, like how rats use drainage ditches near Haygood Road or how storm surges push rodents inland from Rudee Inlet. This hyper-local knowledge means we deliver solutions that work for your home.

Family-Owned, Community-Focused

We’re not a faceless national chain; we’re your Virginia Beach neighbors. As a local, family-owned business, we treat your home with the same care and respect we would our own. With over 800+ five-star reviews from local customers, our reputation is built on honest, personal service and results you can trust.

Safety-First, Eco-Friendly Approach

We use an Integrated Pest Management (IPM) approach, focusing on long-term prevention to minimize chemical use. For families with kids and pets, we offer safe, eco-friendly choices. One great option is PRO-PELL. It’s an essential oil-based repellent that keeps rodents away. Plus, it does this without harsh chemicals in your home, and there’s no extra cost.

Our Rodent-Free Promise

We stand behind our Virginia Beach rodent control services with a simple guarantee: if the rodents come back, so do we. After our service, if you see or hear rodent activity again, just give us a call. Our team will return at no extra charge to make it right and restore your peace of mind.

Stay Rodent-Free Year-Round with Our Service Plans

Rodents are a year-round threat in Virginia Beach, but our service plans make protection easy and affordable.

  • Border-Guard Pest Control ($39/month): This is our top plan. It offers quarterly treatments outside your home. This helps keep rodents and other pests from getting inside. It includes unlimited free return visits if pests breach our barrier.
  • Uni-Guard Complete Protection ($69/month): For the ultimate defense, Uni-Guard combines our comprehensive rodent control services with our industry-leading Sentricon® termite protection. It’s the best value for total home and family protection.

Our local experts will help you choose the perfect plan for your home’s needs and budget.

Ready to Get These Rats Out Of Your House? Trust Universal Pest & Termite to Protect Your Family, Pets, and Home.

Get Your Free Quote

Virginia Beach Rodent Control: Your Questions Answered

Is rodent control different for condos and townhomes?

Absolutely. Multi-unit properties face unique challenges including shared walls, common entry points, and coordination between units. Our specialized approach addresses HOA requirements and neighbor coordination for comprehensive protection. Explore our condo and townhome rodent solutions.

Yes, Virginia Beach’s coastal climate creates distinct seasonal patterns. Summer heat drives rodents deeper into insulation, while winter brings increased nesting activity. Understanding these patterns is crucial for effective year-round prevention. Discover seasonal attic rodent control strategies.

Hurricane and storm damage often creates hidden entry points through roof damage, foundation shifts, and displaced exterior materials. Additionally, storms disrupt rodent habitats, driving them to seek new shelter in homes. Our emergency storm response team specializes in post-hurricane rodent assessment and prevention. Read our complete storm damage rodent control guide.

Coastal Virginia Beach homes face unique challenges due to humidity, storm activity, and seasonal rodent migration patterns. The combination of ocean moisture and changing temperatures creates ideal conditions for rodent activity. Our comprehensive fall prevention strategies address these specific coastal factors. Learn more about Virginia Beach fall rodent prevention.

Virginia Beach’s unique coastal environment creates a perfect storm for year-round rodent activity. Our high humidity provides the moisture rodents need to thrive, while our mild winters mean they don’t die off like in colder climates. Features like marshes, rivers, and retention ponds provide excellent habitats. When big storms or flooding occur, which is common in our area, rats and mice are pushed out of drains and fields directly into residential crawl spaces, garages, and kitchens.

Yes, we see distinct patterns based on our 24+ years of local experience. For instance, homes near the waterfront, like those around Rudee Inlet or in parts of Alanton, often deal with more rat activity due to moisture and access to waterways. Older neighborhoods with shifting foundations can create easy entry points for mice. We have helped thousands of families across the city. Whether you live in Oceanfront condos or Pungo farmhouses, we tailor our approach to fit your neighborhoods unique challenges.

While rodents are a year-round threat here, activity peaks during the fall and winter. As soon as the temperatures begin to drop, rats and mice aggressively seek warmth and shelter indoors. This is why proactive rodent control and exclusion services are most critical during the fall to prevent an infestation before it starts.

Absolutely. Your family safety is our top priority. We use an Integrated Pest Management (IPM) approach that minimizes chemical use by focusing on exclusion and targeted trapping. All traps and bait stations are securely placed in areas inaccessible to children and pets, like attics and crawl spaces. We also proudly offer a 100% natural, essential oil-based repellent called PRO-PELL at no extra charge for families who want a non-toxic alternative.

Our proven three-step process is designed for lasting results. The most critical step is exclusion, where we meticulously inspect your home’s exterior and seal every crack and gap rodents could use to get inside. This is more effective than trapping alone. We back this up with our no-hassle guarantee: if the rodents come back, so do we, at no extra cost to you.

A one-time service can resolve a current infestation, but ongoing protection is the best way to keep your home rodent-free. Our service plans, like the Border-Guard Pest Control plan, establish a protective barrier around your home’s exterior to stop rodents before they get inside. For total peace of mind, our Uni-Guard Complete Protection plan offers top-notch rodent control and leading termite protection. It is the best long-term value for homeowners in Virginia Beach.