Last updated: 2026-05-04 | BC Pest Solutions | Call: (647) 366-4818
Mouse and Rat Control in British Columbia
Scratching in the walls at 2 a.m. Droppings behind the stove. Chewed wiring in the attic. Vancouver ranks as the 3rd rattiest city in Canada, and six of the top ten are in British Columbia.
BC's mild coastal climate allows rats and mice to breed year-round. BC's 2021 ban on second-generation anticoagulant rodenticides, made permanent in January 2023, changed rodent control across the province. Licensed pest control now relies on exclusion, snap traps in tamper-resistant stations, and integrated pest management. A mouse can squeeze through any opening larger than 6mm.
How Does BC Pest Solutions Treat This Pest?
- Full property inspection from roofline to foundation, 45–75 minutes
- Trapping with tamper-resistant snap trap stations in activity areas
- Entry-point exclusion: seal every gap larger than 6mm using galvanized steel mesh, metal flashing, concrete
- Monitoring: 3 visits over 3 months with trap checks and additional exclusion
- Written warranty: minimum 180-day coverage
How Much Does Mouse and Rat Control Cost in BC? (2026 Pricing)
| Method | Price | Best For |
|---|---|---|
| Standard rodent program | $425–$550 | 3 visits: inspect, trap, monitor |
| Program + exclusion | $800–$1,500 | Standard + full entry-point sealing |
| Mouse-only program | $350–$450 | Interior trapping + sealing |
Frequently Asked Questions
How do rodents get in?
Mice squeeze through gaps as small as 6mm. Rats need a quarter-sized hole. Common entries: pipe penetrations, dryer vents, soffit gaps, foundation cracks.
What about BC's rodenticide ban?
Since January 2023, BC permanently restricted SGARs. Our programs are fully compliant: exclusion first, snap traps, raptor-safe methods.