Rodent Exclusion Services — Keep Mice & Rats Out for Good
Traps catch rodents. Exclusion stops them from entering. Paragon Pest Solutions combines both to solve your rodent problem permanently — no more repeat invasions, no more bait stations that need constant servicing.
What Rodent Exclusion Means
Traditional rodent control places bait stations and traps — which works, but only for the rodents that are currently inside. It does nothing to prevent the next mouse from walking through the same gap in your foundation.
Exclusion is the process of physically sealing every entry point rodents use to access your home. We use durable, rodent-proof materials — steel wool, hardware cloth, foam sealant, and caulk — to close gaps that standard repairs miss.
The result is a home that rodents cannot re-enter, not just a home with fewer rodents right now.
Common Entry Points We Seal
Rodents are opportunists — they exploit every gap, crack, and opening. Here is where we focus.
Pipe & Utility Penetrations
Gaps around plumbing pipes, conduit, and HVAC lines where they enter the foundation or walls — often left open during construction.
Foundation Cracks
Hairline cracks that seem too small to matter are more than large enough for a mouse. We seal them with appropriate materials based on foundation type.
Soffits & Eaves
Roof rats and squirrels access homes through gaps in soffits, fascia boards, and where rooflines meet siding.
Garage Door Gaps
The gap at the bottom of a garage door is a common rodent highway. We install or replace door sweeps and weather seals.
Crawl Space Vents
Damaged or missing crawl space vent screens are direct access points. We replace or reinforce them with rodent-proof mesh.
Vegetation Contact Points
Branches and shrubs touching your roofline or walls serve as bridges. We identify these and advise on trimming as part of our inspection.
Our Process & Our Guarantee
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Thorough Inspection
We inspect your entire property — interior, exterior, crawl space, attic access — and document every entry point and sign of activity.
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Trapping & Removal
We eliminate the existing rodent population before sealing — so nothing gets trapped inside your walls.
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Entry Point Sealing
Every identified gap is sealed with durable, rodent-proof materials. We photograph before and after for your records.
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Guarantee
If rodents re-enter through a point we sealed, we return and fix it at no charge. That is our commitment.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is rodent exclusion and how is it different from trapping?
Trapping removes the rodents currently inside your home. Exclusion seals the entry points they used to get in — preventing new rodents from entering. Exclusion is the long-term solution; trapping alone is ongoing maintenance.
How do rodents get into my home?
Mice can squeeze through gaps as small as a dime, and rats through holes the size of a quarter. Common entry points include gaps around pipes, cracks in the foundation, openings in soffits and eaves, gaps around garage doors, and holes in crawl space vents.
Is rodent exclusion a permanent solution?
Exclusion seals the specific entry points identified during your inspection. It is very effective and long-lasting. We back our exclusion work with a guarantee — if rodents re-enter through a sealed point, we return at no charge.
Do you remove the existing rodents before sealing entry points?
Yes. We always address the active infestation before sealing — otherwise you risk trapping rodents inside. Our process includes trapping, removal, and then exclusion work in the correct order.