Rodents are a year-round issue in the Charleston area, especially in neighborhoods with crawlspaces, older rooflines, heavy tree cover, and nearby marsh or wooded edges. Roof rats and house mice are extremely common in the Lowcountry and often take advantage of small gaps around attics, garages, and foundation lines.

Reif Environmental provides a clean, safe, and effective rodent prevention program built for Charleston homes.
We focus on locating how rodents enter, blocking them out, and reducing rodent pressure around your property — all while keeping your family, pets, and local wildlife safe.

A Safe, Modern Rodent Program

We Only Use First-Generation Rodent Baits

This is one of the most important parts of our approach.

We use first-generation anticoagulant baits only.
These products are much safer for:

• Pets

• Children

• Birds of prey

• Owls, hawks, and other wildlife

• Neighborhood animals

First-generation baits have a very low risk of secondary poisoning, meaning a bird or outdoor animal won’t be harmed by eating a rodent that consumed the bait.
It’s the cleanest, safest, and most responsible way to control rodents in a residential setting.

Most large companies will not tell you what generation bait they use.
We do — and we choose the safe route every time.

How Our Rodent Prevention Service Works

1. Full Inspection

Every service starts with a detailed inspection of the areas rodents use the most:

• Attic entry points

• Crawlspace vents and gaps

• Garage door seals

• Rooflines and soffits

• Foundation openings

• HVAC line gaps

• Plumbing penetrations

• Fence lines and tree limbs near the roof

You’d be surprised how small a space a mouse or roof rat needs. We find those weak spots before they become bigger problems.

2. Entry Point Identification

Rodents rarely “show up at random.” They’re coming from somewhere specific.
We identify those access points and map out what needs to be sealed or reinforced.

Common entry points include:

• Gaps around crawlspace doors

• Loose foundation vents

• Openings around AC lines

• Chewed or damaged siding

• Gaps where roofs meet walls

• Garage door seals worn down

Once we know how they’re getting in, we build a plan to stop it.

3. Safe Baiting & Reduction

We use bait stations equipped with first-generation rodent bait to reduce activity around the outside of your home.
These stations:

• Are secure, locked, and tamper-resistant

• Are placed in areas where rodents travel

• Do not pose risk to pets or children

• Do not harm birds of prey or local wildlife

• Help lower overall rodent pressure in your yard

Baiting doesn’t replace sealing — it works alongside it to create a long-term solution.

4. Interior Trapping (If Needed)

If rodents have already entered your home, we use clean, modern trapping methods to remove them.
No messy glue traps.
No harsh chemicals.
Just an effective, humane approach that gets results quickly.

5. Long-Term Prevention

Once the main activity is handled, we shift into a prevention mode:

• Checking for new gaps

• Monitoring bait stations

• Inspecting attics or crawlspaces as needed

• Maintaining a strong exterior defense

Rodents are persistent, but with the right system in place, they don’t stand a chance.

Common Signs of Rodent Activity

If you’re noticing any of these, it’s time for service:

• Scratching noises in the attic

• Droppings in the garage or pantry

• Chewed food packaging

• Pet food disappearing

• Noises in walls at night

• Grease marks along baseboards

• Damage around vents or eaves

Rodents reproduce quickly — so early action makes a big difference.

Frequently Asked Questions

Are your rodent treatments safe for pets and wildlife?
Yes. We use only first-generation baits with extremely low secondary risk.

Do rodents get worse during certain seasons?
Yes. Fall and winter usually drive more rodents indoors, but Charleston has year-round activity.

Can you seal gaps and entry points?
Yes. We identify openings and can recommend sealing options to prevent re-entry.

What if I only hear noises sometimes?
Rodents are most active at night. Even small or occasional sounds can indicate activity.

Do you service crawlspaces and attics?
Absolutely. Those areas are common nesting and travel zones for rodents.

Where We Provide Rodent Prevention

We service the entire Charleston area, including James Island, Johns Island, Mount Pleasant, West Ashley, Downtown, North Charleston, Summerville, Goose Creek, Isle of Palms, and Sullivan’s Island.