The #1 Fall Pest Problem in Staten Island & Northern 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.
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.
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 & Northern 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.