How can I tell if the infestation is rats or mice?

• <div><p>The easiest way to determine <a href="https://www.angi.com/articles/difference-between-mice-and-rats.htm">whether you have rats or mice</a> is to see the rodent. Mice are much smaller than any species of rats. It’s similar to comparing your thumb to your entire palm. As a result, rat nests are typically larger, too. But if you can’t see any pests or find their nests, telling them apart may be difficult without a professional inspection.</p><p>If you find droppings from the invading rodent, take a glance before you clean them up. Rat droppings are larger and rounder than mouse droppings (which are pointed).</p></div>

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Q: Why hire a professional for rodent control?

• <div><p>Experts provide safe, comprehensive solutions that eliminate current problems and prevent future infestations.</p></div>

Q: How long does it take for an exterminator to get rid of roaches?

• <div><p>The length of time it will take for an exterminator to successfully get rid of roaches in your home depends on the type of roach, the severity of the infestation, and the extermination method. While some smaller infestations may be effective within 1 to 3 days, most exterminations take around 2 to 8 weeks to work completely. More severe infestations can take up to 6 months to fully get rid of cockroaches. </p></div>

Q: Are gnats and fruit flies the same?

• <div><p>The term &ldquo;gnat&rdquo; is sometimes used as a blanket term to refer to both fruit flies and fungus gnats, as well as a variety of other tiny flying insects. However, the true one true &ldquo;gnat&rdquo; by name is the fungus gnat. While people may mistakenly lump both insects under the term &quot;gnat,&quot; fungus gnats and fruit flies have different diets, habitats, and characteristics from each other, as well as the other small flying insects in the &ldquo;gnat&rdquo; category.</p></div>

Q: Will rats leave on their own?

• <div><p>Nope, not typically, especially if a continuous food source is available. Rats will leave their nesting spots briefly to forage for food and water and then quickly return. The inherent danger of exposure keeps their departures short-lived. It's why resolving a minor infestation takes about three weeks, while a severe one can stretch to three months. Swift action is crucial to prevent rat populations from establishing a lasting presence.</p></div>

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Reviewed in August 2023
Have worked with ADT on and off for years as we’ve bought and sold many different homes and moved our business office multiple times. We feel like the security they offer is consistently top notch. Most recently had our summer home on the lake setup with the latest ADT system with carbon...
ADT
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Reviewed in December 2018
I have never used a pest control company before, but I cannot imagine another company doing a better job. My tech was fantastic and knowledgeable. He listened to my problems and acted accordingly. He went well above and beyond what I was expecting. A huge thank you to Gary specifically, as he...
ECOLOGY PEST CONTROL
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Reviewed in April 2014
I bought a washing maching and then after a few years it locked up and the whole control panel was then down. The service provider said that he had ordered the necessary parts but I didn't hear from him for a long time. I called the company and they said that my parts were still on back order...
HOME DEPOT
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Reviewed in March 2012
Hauk's Pest Control-Insulation Hauk's Pest Control-Insulation, are excellent! They did quite of bit of different things and have done a lot of work for us. David Hauk, is the owner. They did and excellent job. They have gotten rid of american hornets for us also.
Hauk's Pest Control-Insulation
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Reviewed in May 2011
I’ve used them for years. I’ve been with them for every single house that I’ve owned. When I lived in town years ago I had raccoons in the attic and I called another exterminating company, I thought they were too expensive. So I bought my own cage and luckily the police department would come...
Terminix - Indianapolis -Termite & Pest Control
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Reviewed in June 2007
We noticed a dark green ring forming in the front yard. Along the perimeter of the ring, a series of mushrooms sprouted. When we inquired, the owner came by with book in hand and explained that we had a 'Fairy Ring' (seriously thats the real name!). Apparently their leftovers from an old tree's...
MCCARTHY PEST CONTROL
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Reviewed in May 2007
Job 1: I dealt with another HVAC company that failed to repair our boiler properly causing the water damage to the ignition and valve controls and then refusing to take responsibility a month later, dealing with Muegge was a completely different experience. The technician was out to my house...
MUEGGE HEATING & COOLING
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Reviewed in February 2007
After 3 weeks of trying to get them to fix the boiler, I finally got ahold of Terry and he said he couldn't figure it out or fix it and to call someone else. I contacted another company. They came out and easily diagnosed the problem as a gas valve control and ignition control (just replace a...
BEARD HEATING & COOLING
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8 years of experience

Rule One Pest Solutions is the premier professional pest control company offering residential & commercial services to our clients in the Jennings County area. We are known to pay exquisite attention to detail while making your satisfaction our number one priority. Please call us today to schedule your appointment with Indiana's true professionals at work for you!

"Very nice and efficient guys. I was able to get the inspection within a couple days of contacting them. They were very informative about the treatment process, answered all of my questions and kept me informed on what they were doing as they completed the termite treatment process. Jorge offered to take up some old chicken wire and mesh that was in the dirt around the foundation of my house which I said sure. 😁. I would recommend these guys to everyone. "

Linda H on August 2025

"Very nice and efficient guys. I was able to get the inspection within a couple days of contacting them. They were very informative about the treatment process, answered all of my questions and kept me informed on what they were doing as they completed the termite treatment process. Jorge offered to take up some old chicken wire and mesh that was in the dirt around the foundation of my house which I said sure. 😁. I would recommend these guys to everyone. "

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We serve in Lake County, St John, Ross, Calumet. Don't hesitate to call Green Pest Management LLC whenever you have a rampant pest problem. Our team of professionals is here to provide thorough and quick Schererville, IN Pest Control services.

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Family owned and operated since 1987. Woman and disable veteran owned small business. Termite treatment financing availible. Sub-contractor for termite pre-treatments on new residential and commercial construction all over Illinois and Indiana.

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Pest Control questions, answered by experts

The easiest way to determine whether you have rats or mice is to see the rodent. Mice are much smaller than any species of rats. It’s similar to comparing your thumb to your entire palm. As a result, rat nests are typically larger, too. But if you can’t see any pests or find their nests, telling them apart may be difficult without a professional inspection.

If you find droppings from the invading rodent, take a glance before you clean them up. Rat droppings are larger and rounder than mouse droppings (which are pointed).

Experts provide safe, comprehensive solutions that eliminate current problems and prevent future infestations.

The length of time it will take for an exterminator to successfully get rid of roaches in your home depends on the type of roach, the severity of the infestation, and the extermination method. While some smaller infestations may be effective within 1 to 3 days, most exterminations take around 2 to 8 weeks to work completely. More severe infestations can take up to 6 months to fully get rid of cockroaches.

The term “gnat” is sometimes used as a blanket term to refer to both fruit flies and fungus gnats, as well as a variety of other tiny flying insects. However, the true one true “gnat” by name is the fungus gnat. While people may mistakenly lump both insects under the term "gnat," fungus gnats and fruit flies have different diets, habitats, and characteristics from each other, as well as the other small flying insects in the “gnat” category.

Nope, not typically, especially if a continuous food source is available. Rats will leave their nesting spots briefly to forage for food and water and then quickly return. The inherent danger of exposure keeps their departures short-lived. It's why resolving a minor infestation takes about three weeks, while a severe one can stretch to three months. Swift action is crucial to prevent rat populations from establishing a lasting presence.

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