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According to the recent 2026 Orkin Pest Control Survey released October 13, 2026, Los Angeles continues to top the chart over Chicago as the most rat-infested city in America. New York City, San Francisco, and Washington D.C. round out the Top 5 most rat-infested places in America. Here is a list of key findings: Key Findings Los Angeles remains No. 1 on Orkin’s 2026 Rattiest Cities List Chicago and New York City hold the No. 2 and No. 3 positions Albuquerque, N.M., made the largest jump in the rankings, climbing 12 spots to No. 31 Nashville, Tenn., and Albany, N.Y.,...

Why These Common Pests Threaten Human and Pet Health Rats, mice, and other rodents are among the most widespread pests on the planet, thriving in cities, suburbs, and rural areas alike. While they may seem like a minor nuisance — a scratching sound in the attic, a chewed-up cereal box — rodents pose serious risks to human and animal health, as well as to property and infrastructure. Understanding these dangers is the first step toward taking rodent control seriously. Disease Transmission Rodents are notorious carriers of disease, and the risks extend well beyond the animals themselves. Direct transmission can occur...

Why Aren't Your Rat Traps Getting the Job Done? How to Get Rat Traps that Work. So, you've encountered a rat problem and decided to take action. You've carefully set out traps, but something's not right. The traps are either being ignored, or worse, set off without a rat in sight. Even more frustrating, the bait disappears, but the trap doesn't trigger. Your rat traps aren't working, and frustration starts to build. What's going wrong? You need traps that actually work. In this post, we'll explore the three main issues that could be sabotaging your rodent control efforts and how...

Effective Rat Trap Baits: What Works and What Doesn’t When setting rat traps, choosing the right bait is crucial for success. However, many common rat trap baits are either easily stolen by the rodents or fail to attract them effectively. In this article, we explore some of the most popular rodent trap baits and explain why certain options work better than others for luring rats into traps. Understanding Invasive Rats: Invasive rats, specifically brown rats (Norway rats) and black rats (roof rats), are non-native species in the United States and many other countries. It's crucial to distinguish them from native...

Do you hear unsettling sounds in the dead of night? Do you find havoc wreaked in your garden or within your living spaces? Dealing with rats is no small matter. Whether it's invasive roof rats or stubborn Norway rats, it's time to take back control of your environment. Let's explore four powerful actions you can take right now to reclaim your space and bid farewell to these unwanted guests. Step 1: Identify Entry Points and Cut Off Their Food Supply First things first, pinpoint the areas where these rodents are sneaking in and assess their access to food. Remarkably, a...