Guarding Your Family Against Pests
Protect your family throughout the year with Pest Detective’s Rodent Control program. This regular, ongoing service offers active rodent control, ensuring your home remains free of Rats and Mice.
With over 20 years of experience, Pest Detective is dedicated to solving pest issues for homeowners. Our reliable pest control solutions are designed to be minimally disruptive while being safe for both your loved ones and pets. For urgent help, our pest control in Vancouver, BC team offers same‑day inspections.
Province‑wide coverage across BC, including Vancouver, North Vancouver and Greater Vancouver, Surrey, Coquitlam, Burnaby, Kelowna, and Victoria.
See the step‑by‑step guide to get rid of rats in Vancouver (costs, entry points)
What Sets Our Program Apart
Pest Detective offers a wide array of services for insects and wildlife management.
Unlike many in the pest industry who demand significant upfront payments for an all-encompassing annual “residential home protection plan,” we at Pest Detective advocate for our customers to pay only for the services they truly require. We ensure our skilled technicians are readily available for prompt assistance whenever needed!
Non-Toxic, Bird-Safe Pest Control Methods
Pest Detective offers a variety of rodent control options that don’t rely on rodenticides.
For Rodent Control in Vancouver we use a combination of physical traps, exclusion techniques, and rodenticides—carefully selecting the safest and most effective approach for your property.
Whenever possible, we emphasize poison-free and raptor-safe solutions such as trapping and prevention (Integrated Pest Management). When the use of rodenticides is necessary, our technicians follow all current British Columbia and Canadian regulations.
Recent changes to BC law permanently restrict second-generation anticoagulant rodenticides (SGARs), so these potent rodent baits can only be used in limited situations, by licensed professionals, and always according to strict safety and documentation rules. We never use these products in non-essential settings or without a detailed management plan.
All products and methods are chosen for the safety of your family, pets, and local wildlife—including birds of prey. Our team stays up to date on the latest regulations and industry best practices to keep your home rodent-free and fully compliant, now and as rules evolve.
If you want to know more about how we manage rodent control effectively under Vancouver’s new standards, please ask our team for details or a customized strategy for your property.
Rodent Control Vancouver Pricing
Our 3‑visit Rodent Control Program starts at $425 + GST in most Vancouver zones. After the program, recurring exterior service is available, most commonly monthly, starting at $125 + GST.
What’s included:
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Visit 1 (Day 0): Full inspection to identify species and entry points, priority exclusion/sealing, and setup of traps and monitors.
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Visit 2 (Day 10–14): Remove captures, adjust placements, tighten exclusion, and provide sanitation guidance; one visit may include a rodent‑proofing estimate if additional sealing is recommended.
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Visit 3 (Day 21–28): Verify control, complete final sealing where applicable, review prevention plan, and discuss optional maintenance or recurring service.
Options
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Poison‑free option: Snap‑trap program using traps in tamper‑resistant stations (no rodenticide) available on request; commonly a 4‑visit program at $550 + GST in most zones.
Service areas
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Available across Kitsilano, Mount Pleasant, East Van, Downtown, West End, and UBC. Book a Next‑day inspection.
Rodents Included:
Roof rats: agile climbers nesting in attics and rooflines; often enter from trees and utility lines—see rat control vancouver.
Norway rats: ground burrowers entering at foundations and garages; look for rub marks and soil burrows.
House mice: fit through 1/4‑inch gaps in kitchens and garages; follow food and warmth—see mouse control vancouver.
Deer mice: more common near greenbelts and outbuildings; handle with care—learn more about deer mice.
What’s Included in Our Rodent Control Program?
Frequently Asked Questions about Rodent & Pest Control in Vancouver, BC & Alberta
Do you offer poison‑free rodent control in Vancouver?
Yes—poison‑free, raptor‑friendly options are available within our IPM program alongside exclusion, trapping, and monitoring. Ask during your inspection to see if they’re right for your home.
Do you serve my Vancouver neighborhood?
Yes—service covers Kitsilano, Mount Pleasant, East Van, Downtown, West End, and UBC, with inspections targeting the most common entry points. Kitsilano: deteriorated mortar, foundation cracks, and utility penetrations. Mount Pleasant: roofline gaps at soffits/vents and pipe/cable openings. East Van: garage/laneway door sweeps, damaged vent screens, and utility line penetrations. Downtown: trash/chute and parkade access, service penetrations, and rooftop mechanical points. West End: attic/roof access, uncapped vents, and worn door weatherstripping. UBC: utility openings, vent screens, and vegetation‑to‑roof contact.
What causes rodent problems to spike in Vancouver during fall and winter?
Colder weather and heavy rainfall in Vancouver and much of BC drive rats and mice indoors in search of shelter and food. Learn more about seasonal rodent surges and prevention in our detailed Rodent Control Vancouver: Fall & Winter Guide.
How bad is the rat problem in Vancouver compared to the rest of BC and Alberta?
Vancouver is consistently ranked among Canada’s “rattiest” cities, but rodent activity is increasing across BC and Alberta’s major urban centers as well. Explore current statistics, neighborhood trends, and why local rat populations are rising in our Vancouver’s Growing Rat Problem feature.
What should I do if I discover a rat or mouse infestation in my car?
Rodents can nest in vehicles throughout BC and Alberta, causing extensive damage. If you find signs of rodents in your car—especially in the colder months—check out our step-by-step How to Get Rid of a Rat in Your Car guide for practical solutions and prevention tips.
How much does pest control cost, and what other questions do Vancouver and Alberta residents ask most?
Pest control pricing varies based on property size, infestation level, and location. For up-to-date service fees and answers to the most common pest control questions from Vancouver to Alberta, visit our Pest Control Services Price Guide and the Top Pest Control Questions in Vancouver FAQ.
What Our Customers Think
Rates are fair, I would not hesitate to recommend them.
Very efficient and friendly to deal with. They take calls on the weekend and also know what they are doing. I’ve used this company for several bug/rodent issues and they’ve figured out what to do in a very professional manner each and every time. Also, their rates are fair and I would not hesitate to recommend them again, not to mention use them!
Kind, knowledgeable.
I don’t often take the time to express my impression of a service provide; be it technical, trades or service related. I had to with this company.
By far, Phillip from Pest Detective was the most impressive tradesperson I have ever had the pleasure of meeting. Kind, knowledgeable, keen to share his knowledge and highly engaged. As a hiring manager in the tech field I would be remiss to not acknowledge that Phillip would be an asset in any industry. That being said, the passion and understating that he exhibited during his initial visit / consult is a testament to not only his career but also his innate ability to communicate. That is a very rare commodity these days.
Well done Pest Detective. I understand why you are so highly reviewed.
Took care of the problem in a very professional manner.
I received very quick professional service from Mitchell. I am very impressed with the customer service of Pest Detective starting with Sarah on the phone giving me very prompt service to deal with a wasp nest up to and including Mitchell who took care of the problem in a very professional manner. Thanks for the wonderful customer experience.
First class operation.
The technician Jonah was professional and courteous from the first inspection and throughout the entire application of the product process. If he is an example of all of your representatives then this is a first class operation and I will not hesitate to refer your business to family and friends. THANK YOU for a job very well done.
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