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Pesticon Pest Control Inc.

100 Rexdale Blvd Suite 301 G, Toronto, ON M9W 1N7, Canada

Phone: +1 (416) 839-1097

Service Areas:

  • Etobicoke
  • Scarborough
  • North York
  • Kitchener
  • Cambridge
  • Mississauga
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Why Rats Are a Growing Problem in Toronto

Rats are a growing problem in Toronto, driven by construction activity, restaurant density, and an aging urban sewer system. Norway rats are commonly found in basements and along foundations, while roof rats nest in attics and wall cavities. If you are dealing with smaller rodents, see our mice control service for identification and treatment guidance.
Rats reproduce rapidly — a single breeding pair can produce up to 40 offspring per year. Waiting to act allows populations to establish in walls, sewers, and sub-slab voids that become increasingly difficult to treat. Pesticon's rodent control programs combine fast-acting trapping, targeted bait stations, and permanent exclusion for complete elimination.
All Pesticon rat control services are performed by licensed technicians using Health Canada–approved products. Residential treatments come with a 100-day guarantee.

Rat Control Services in Toronto

Norway rat found in a Toronto basement or crawl space requiring professional extermination

Norway Rat Extermination

Norway rats (brown rats) are the most common rat species in Toronto. They burrow along foundations, under slabs, and in basements. They contaminate food, damage wiring, and carry diseases including leptospirosis and hantavirus. Bait stations, snap traps, and exclusion are required for complete control.

Roof rat found in a Toronto attic or upper floor requiring licensed rat control

Roof Rat Extermination

Roof rats are agile climbers that nest in attics, wall voids, and elevated areas. They are highly destructive, chewing through wiring, insulation, and structural materials. Early treatment is critical as roof rat colonies grow rapidly.

Pesticon technician sealing rat entry points on a Toronto property

Rat Exclusion Services

Sealing entry points is essential to preventing re-infestation. We use commercial-grade steel mesh, concrete filler, and hardware cloth to close gaps in foundations, utility penetrations, and wall voids that rats use to access structures.

Commercial rat control service for restaurants, warehouses, and food businesses in Toronto

Commercial Rat Control

Rats in commercial properties — especially restaurants, warehouses, and food processing facilities — create serious health code and regulatory risks. Pesticon provides discreet, HACCP-compliant rat control programs with documentation for health inspections.

Our Rat Control Process

1

Rat Inspection

We inspect the interior and exterior for rat burrows, runways, gnaw marks, droppings, and entry points. We identify the species (Norway rat vs. roof rat) and map the full extent of activity before recommending a treatment plan.

2

Targeted Treatment Plan

We apply a combination of snap traps, bait stations (using tamper-resistant bait blocks), and tracking powder in rat-active areas. For commercial sites, we produce a service map for compliance documentation.

3

Entry Point Exclusion

All confirmed and potential entry points — foundation gaps, pipe penetrations, utility entries — are sealed with steel mesh, hardware cloth, or concrete filler to prevent re-entry.

4

Follow-Up & Monitoring

Follow-up visits confirm trap activity and bait uptake. For commercial accounts, ongoing monitoring programs are available. Residential properties receive a 100-day warranty on the exclusion work.

Get Rid of Rats Fast

Same-day appointments available. Licensed exterminators. 100-day warranty.

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Award-Winning & Certified Rat Control in Toronto

Pesticon Pest Control is proud to be one of the most recognized and trusted pest control companies.

Awards & Recognitions

10X HomeStars Best of Awards Winner

10X HomeStars Best of Awards Winner

Awarded to the top-rated service professionals on HomeStars based entirely on verified homeowner reviews. Fewer than 2% of service pros achieve this recognition — Pesticon has earned it 10 consecutive years.

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ThreeBestRated – Top 3 Pest Control in Toronto (2025)

ThreeBestRated – Top 3 Pest Control in Toronto (2025)

Three Best Rated independently selects the top 3 businesses using a 50-point inspection covering reputation, history, complaints, ratings, satisfaction, trust, and general excellence.

Certified Memberships

National Pest Management Association (NPMA)

National Pest Management Association (NPMA)

North America's leading pest management industry association, setting professional standards for safety, ethics, technical excellence, and ongoing education in pest control.

Canadian Pest Management Association (CPMA – ACGP)

Canadian Pest Management Association (CPMA – ACGP)

Canada's national pest management body promoting professional standards, regulatory compliance, and best practices for licensed pest control operators across the country.

Structural Pest Management Association of Ontario (SPMAO)

Structural Pest Management Association of Ontario (SPMAO)

The provincial industry body for Ontario ensuring members meet provincial licensing standards and regulatory requirements for structural pest management.

100-Day Warranty: Guaranteed Pest Control-Free Results

All pest control services come with a 100-day warranty. If pests appear again during this period, we perform a re-treatment at no additional cost. This ensures reliable, long-lasting results and complete client satisfaction.

Pest Control Service Areas

We provide pest control services across the Greater Toronto Area and beyond:

Our licensed exterminators are available for same-day service in most locations across Ontario.

FAQS

FAQs About Rat Control in Toronto

Common questions about rat extermination, exclusion, and ongoing rat control in Toronto and the GTA.

Rats leave larger droppings (12–18mm), create wider runways along walls, and produce greasy rub marks on walls and baseboards. Their gnaw marks are also larger. Mice droppings are smaller (3–6mm) and scattered more widely. If in doubt, our technicians can identify the species during inspection.

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