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Rodents in the attic: signs, risks and solutions

Under Atlanta’s tree canopy, attic noises at night usually mean roof rats or mice. Daytime noise points to squirrels.

2 cited sources

Disturbed pink attic insulation scattered with rodent droppings

Who’s up there?

  • Night, light scurrying: mice.
  • Night, heavier running or gnawing: roof rats.
  • Morning and evening activity: squirrels (wildlife, under Georgia DNR rules).

Why it matters

Rodents chew wiring, compress and soil insulation, and leave droppings and urine. Attic HVAC ducts can carry odors into the house.

The fix

  1. Inspect the roofline and find the entry points.
  2. Trap inside the attic.
  3. Seal entries with durable materials. See rodent exclusion.
  4. Trim limbs back from the roof.
  5. Sanitize and repair insulation where needed.

Sources

  1. UGA CAES — Rodents that live with people
  2. Georgia DNR Law Enforcement — Special Permits (Nuisance Wildlife)

Sources reviewed November 2026. Regulations change; confirm with the issuing agency.

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Call and describe what you’re seeing and where. We’ll talk through the likely pest and whether an inspection makes sense.

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  • Have photos of the pest or damage ready if you can
  • Note where and when you’ve seen activity
  • Mention your neighborhood or ZIP code
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