The #1 Fall Pest Problem in Staten Island & Central NJ

As temperatures drop in the fall, mice and rats start looking for warmth — and your home or business is exactly what they're looking for. Rodent season hits hard in the NY/NJ metro area, and once they're inside, they multiply fast. A small mouse problem can become a serious infestation in a matter of weeks.

At After Hours Pest Control, we don't just set a few traps and leave. We find out how they're getting in, eliminate the existing population, and seal the entry points so the problem doesn't come back.

🍂 Peak Season — Fall & Winter

Rodents are most active from October through March in the NY/NJ metro area. If you're seeing signs — droppings, gnaw marks, sounds in the walls — don't wait. The longer you wait, the bigger the problem gets.

What We Treat

  • House Mice — the most common rodent in the metro area
  • Norway Rats & Roof Rats
  • Squirrels entering attics and wall voids
  • Raccoons and other nuisance wildlife
  • Moles and voles damaging lawns and gardens

Signs You Have a Rodent Problem

Rodents are secretive — by the time you see one, there are usually many more hiding nearby. Watch for these warning signs:

  • Droppings along walls, in cabinets, or near food sources
  • Gnaw marks on wood, wires, food packaging, or pipes
  • Scratching or scurrying sounds in walls, ceilings, or under floors
  • Nesting material — shredded paper, insulation, fabric
  • Grease marks along baseboards and walls
  • A musty odor in enclosed spaces
  • Pets acting anxious or fixated on walls or cabinets

Our Rodent Removal Process

Step 1 — Inspection

We do a full inspection of your property — interior and exterior — to identify active areas, entry points, and the extent of the infestation. No guesswork. We find out exactly what's happening before we treat.

Step 2 — Elimination

We use a combination of trapping and baiting strategies tailored to your specific situation. Placement matters — we position traps and bait stations in the right locations to eliminate the population efficiently.

Step 3 — Exclusion

This is the step most exterminators skip — and it's the most important one. We identify and seal entry points so new rodents can't get back in. Mice can squeeze through a hole the size of a dime. Rats need only a quarter-sized opening. We find them all.

Step 4 — Follow Up

We check back to make sure the treatment is working and the population has been fully eliminated. We're not done until the problem is.

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Pro Tip

If possible, snap a photo of the pest or the droppings — it helps us identify the species faster and come prepared with the right treatment on the first visit.

Why Rodents Are a Serious Problem

This isn't just about the "ick" factor. Rodents cause real damage and real health risks:

  • They chew through electrical wiring — a leading cause of house fires
  • They contaminate food and food prep surfaces with droppings and urine
  • They carry diseases including Hantavirus, Salmonella, and Leptospirosis
  • They damage insulation, drywall, and structural wood
  • They reproduce rapidly — a pair of mice can produce 60+ offspring per year

Licensed & Insured: After Hours Pest Control is a licensed pesticide applicator in both New York and New Jersey. All treatments are performed safely, legally, and effectively.

🔄 Monthly Maintenance Service

For homeowners and businesses in high-risk areas — older buildings, properties near water, commercial kitchens — a monthly maintenance program is the most effective way to stay rodent-free year round.

Our monthly program includes:

  • Regular inspection of all bait stations and trap placements
  • Monitoring for new activity and entry points
  • Seasonal adjustments as rodent pressure increases
  • Peace of mind knowing your property is always protected

Ask us about setting up a monthly maintenance plan when you call.

Serving Staten Island, Brooklyn, Manhattan & Central NJ

We serve a 15-mile radius around Staten Island including Brooklyn, Lower Manhattan, Nassau County (western edge), Bayonne, Elizabeth, Woodbridge, Robertsville, and Manalapan. Same day service available. We take evening and weekend calls — and emergency calls anytime.