Help! I Can’t Keep Norway Rats Off My Orange County Property

January 15, 2022

Norway rats are not something you should be worried about. This isn’t to say that Norway rats are not a serious problem inside homes, just that with a bit of knowledge, you should have no problem keeping them outside. If you are looking for how to get rid of Norway rats on your Orange County property, here are some things to consider today.

Common Questions About Rats

Before we talk about Norway rats, the most common rats in our area, we want to first answer some common questions people have about rats in general. Here are a few we have picked out today.

Can Rats Climb?

Most species of rats are able to climb to a certain degree. Norway rats are one of the larger home-invading rodents in our area and are less capable of getting onto homes (by climbing) than other species such as the roof rat.

What Attracts Rats To Homes?

Rats are drawn into homes by accessible food, water, and shelter. They find food in trash cans, on countertops, and in pantries. They find moisture in sinks and around leaky pipes. And they find shelter inside wall/ceiling voids, attics, basements, and in other secluded areas. The only downside to living indoors with humans is that rats have to live with humans.

What Do Rats Hate?

There are few things that make rats uncomfortable. There are no real noises rats hate or smells that deter these pests effectively. Just consider, these pests are happy to live in sewers, are content to eat garbage, and love living in cramped environments. If anything makes these pests uncomfortable it is cleanliness and a lack of food, water, and sheltering opportunities.

How Long Does It Take For Rats To Have Babies?

Rats are among the fastest reproducing rodents around the world. Norway rats, in particular, have a gestation period of 22 to 24 days and have an average of eight pups per litter. Considering that baby rats become sexually mature at two to three months, you can understand that it doesn’t take long for a few rats to turn into lots of rats inside of a home.

Why Norway Rats Are So Common

There are three main reasons why Norway rats are the most common home-invading rats around the world. The first is that they don’t require much to breed in terms of food and water. The second reason is that they have a short reproductive cycle that allows them to breed rapidly. Finally, Norway rats thrive in cramped environments like the interior of homes and businesses. In short, it doesn’t take long once these furry pests get indoors for them to produce a swarm of rats.

How To Get Rid Of Norway Rats

If you are having trouble keeping city rats out of your Orange County home, what you need is professional rodent control. At Cura Termite & Pest Control, our rodent control starts with a thorough inspection of your home where one of our technicians will evaluate your living areas and property for these furry pests. If no problem is present, two options are available to you. The first is DIY prevention. The second more effective option is professional rodent control. If an infestation of rats is found, your best option to get rid of rats is to let our team help out. We use advanced rodent control methods and treatments to handle these annoying, dangerous, and destructive pests.

Contact our team today to learn more about our comprehensive service options and schedule your Orange County home and property for a thorough inspection. We will implement fast-working solutions and make sure no rats are left inside your living areas to cause trouble.

By Cura Termite & Pest Control | View All Blog Posts

Get Started With Cura Termite and Pest Control Today

(949) 272-8643(949) 272-8643

Reach out for quality pest control services in Orange County, CA!

Our Reviews from Yelp

    
 
 
         
   Coach V. 
 August 23, 2026
 
 
 Verified I would give Christian Hein 7 stars if Yelp allowed it. Christian provided one of the best customer-service experiences I've ever had with anyone who has come to my home. I've dealt with plenty of service professionals over the years, and unfortunately, it's rare to encounter someone who is genuinely exceptional in how they communicate and treat the customer. Christian was in a completely different league. From the moment he arrived, he was incredibly respectful, professional, friendly, thoughtful, and easy to communicate with. His tone and attitude were outstanding. He treated both me and my home with genuine respect, never made the interaction feel rushed or transactional, and somehow made a routine pest-control appointment feel like a genuinely great customer experience. What stood out most was that none of it felt forced. Christian simply carries himself like someone who takes tremendous pride in his work and genuinely cares about how he treats people. Companies spend enormous amounts of time and money trying to train employees to deliver this level of service. Christian Hein seems to do it naturally. He is exactly the kind of person you want representing your company and interacting with your customers. I almost never write reviews this enthusiastic, but he absolutely earned it. 7/5 stars. Truly world-class service. Give Christian a raise.
  
 
        
   Brenda R. 
 August 22, 2026
 
 
 Verified great service on my first appointment, i noticed Vincent removed all my spider webs from my chairs I always had and let me know everything he did after he was done.
  
 
        
   Greedy A. 
 August 21, 2026
 
 
 Verified Thank you DC for coming and helping us with our pest problem, we live in a townhouse community so there are all types of pests. We needed to prioritize a newborn and dogs safety in any solution. We are very glad that the team has our back!!
  
 
        
   Dorina P. 
 August 21, 2026
 
 
 Verified Great job, overall! We had to do wood repair and fumigation. The whole process went so smoothly. Starting with great communication ( Christal and Dave), caring about garden and surrounding (Mike and Austin), very punctual and fast ( the fumigation team). Everything was very clean after both activities. Dave, the inspection agent impressed by knowledge and great advice. Actually I have just great words of the entire team that helped us with this process! Thank you very much! Highly recommended
  
 
        
   Jessica W. 
 August 21, 2026
 
 
 Verified Antoine W. was my technician and he did a GREAT job. It was my first time getting my house sprayed and using this company. He did a thorough job and was very friendly.
  
 
        
   Rebecka P. 
 August 20, 2026
 
 
 Verified Vincent was amazing. He was very thorough and explained everything well.  I'm glad we'll have  less ants and spiders from now on.
  
 
        
   Everett E. 
 August 19, 2026
 
 
 Verified Vincent is efficient and very thorough.  I was impressed with his attitude and demeanor. I am very happy I gave Cura the chance.
  
 
        
   Stephanie D. 
 August 19, 2026
 
 
 Verified Vincent came to service my home today and I'm very happy with the service he took his time with take the webs down and answered all my questions great customer service!!
  
 
        
   Yesenia R. 
 August 19, 2026
 
 
 Verified Cura is a great company, especially Armando.  He serviced my home while I was on a business trip.  He listened to my instructions regarding locking and unlocking the side gates.  He made sure all gates were closed when done.  Great communication, Armando contacted me prior to showing up and once he was finished. Definitely recommend!
  
 
  
 
  
 
   Yelp rating score: 4.8 of 5, based on 598 reviews

CURA Termite and Pest Control BBB Business Review

Read Reviews