Silver Bullet Pest ControlSame-Day Rat Control in North Jersey
Rats burrowing under the deck, chewing into the garage or running in the walls at night? Silver Bullet finds how they get in, removes them with tamper-resistant bait stations and traps, seals the gaps with materials rats can't chew, and backs the work with a 60-day rodent-free guarantee.
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How do you get rid of rats for good?
You get rid of rats for good by removing the rats that are there and sealing every gap they use to get in, because traps and bait alone only clear the current group. Silver Bullet uses tamper-resistant bait stations and traps placed away from kids and pets, then closes holes, gaps and utility entries with steel mesh, sealants and vent covers. If rats come back to the areas we treated within 60 days, we return and re-treat at no charge.
Signs you have rats
Rats are active at night, so most people find the signs before they see the rat.
Droppings
Rat droppings are dark and about the size of a raisin, much bigger than mouse droppings, and usually found along walls and in corners.
Burrows and holes
Holes about 2 to 4 inches wide along the foundation, under decks, sheds, stoops and concrete slabs, often with packed dirt at the opening.
Noises at night
Scratching, gnawing or running in walls, ceilings and crawl spaces after dark.
Gnaw marks
Chewed wood, plastic, garbage cans, wires and pipe insulation. Rats chew to get in and to keep their teeth worn down.
Rub marks and runways
Dark, greasy smudges along walls and beams, and worn paths in grass or along fences where rats travel every night.
Smell
A strong musky or ammonia smell in basements, garages or crawl spaces where rats are nesting.
How we get rid of rats
Inspect
We walk the outside and inside, find burrows, runways and every gap rats are using, and decide where stations and traps go.
Remove
Tamper-resistant bait stations and traps with EPA-registered products, placed away from kids and pets.
Seal
We close holes, gaps and utility entries with steel mesh, sealants and vent covers rats can't chew through.
Clean up & guarantee
Droppings removed and areas disinfected once the rats are gone. Your 60-day rodent-free guarantee covers the treated areas.
What does a rat exterminator cost?
Rat jobs are priced after an inspection because the price depends on how many entry points need sealing and how big the population is.
| Service | Price | Details |
|---|---|---|
| Rat removal and exclusion | After inspection | 60-day rodent-free guarantee |
| Rodent bait stations | $126 | Tamper-resistant outdoor stations |
| Mice, single-family home | $250 | 30-day warranty |
| Mice, two-family home | $375 | 30-day warranty |
| Plus plan with year-round mice control | $75.99/mo | Starting price, 12-month agreement |
Plan prices are starting prices and need an initial fee and a 12-month agreement. See every Silver Bullet price.
Why Garfield gets rats
Older, close-together homes
Many Garfield homes are older two-family houses close to their neighbors, with aging foundations, stoops and garage doors that leave gaps rats can squeeze through.
Food and shelter outside
Garbage cans, bird feeders, pet food, compost and wood piles feed and hide rats. Removing them makes treatment work faster.
Near the river
Garfield sits along the Passaic River, and rats move along waterways, sewers and storm drains into nearby yards.
Fall push indoors
When it gets colder, rats look for warm spots in basements, garages and walls, so fall is a busy time for calls.
Landlords & businesses
Restaurants, multi-family buildings and commercial properties need a plan that keeps rats out for good.
- Exterior bait station programs
- Sealing for whole buildings
- Inspection notes for your records
Rats vs. mice
Rats are much bigger, leave raisin-sized droppings and usually come from burrows outside. Mice are small, leave rice-sized droppings and often live inside walls and cabinets.
Rat signs we find on real jobs
These photos are from Silver Bullet rat jobs in North Jersey.
Norway rats
- Brown-gray, 7–10 inches plus the tail
- Live in burrows outside, then move into basements
- Active at night
Seeing rats in daylight usually means there are a lot of them.
Rat droppings
- About the size of a raisin
- Along walls, in basements and garages
- Fresh ones are dark and soft
Text us a photo of the droppings and we'll tell you if it's rats or mice.
Gaps at pipes and lines
- Gas, water and AC lines
- Gaps a quarter can fit through
- Chewed weatherstripping
We seal these gaps with steel so rats can't chew back in.
Get a free quote
Tell us where you're seeing rats and whether it's a one-family or two-family home. A photo of droppings or burrows helps.
Why people call us
- Same-day service is often available
- Text a photo for a faster answer
- Calls are fastest: 973-510-2585
- Licensed & insured, NJ License 90568B
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Rat exterminator questions
How much does a rat exterminator cost?
Rat removal and sealing is priced after an inspection, because it depends on how many entry points need to be closed and how many rats there are. Rodent bait stations are $126, and mouse service is $250 for a single-family home. Every rat job comes with a 60-day rodent-free guarantee.
What does the 60-day guarantee cover?
If rats come back to the areas we treated within 60 days, we return and re-treat at no charge.
Are your rat treatments safe for kids and pets?
We use EPA-registered products inside tamper-resistant bait stations and place traps away from children and pets. We'll tell you where everything is before we leave.
Will rats leave on their own?
No. Rats that have food, water and shelter stay and breed. They need to be removed and their entry points sealed.
Can you come the same day?
Same-day service is often available, and we keep room for active rat problems. Call 973-510-2585 for the fastest answer.
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Serving Garfield & nearby towns
Based in Garfield, we cover these towns and the rest of Bergen, Passaic, Essex and Hudson counties.
Updated October 2026 by the Silver Bullet Pest Control team, Garfield, NJ • NJ License 90568B