Home rat protection

Why Rats Move Indoors When It Gets Cold

The first cool nights send them looking for warmth.

1

Behind the fridge

The motor keeps it warm all night — a favourite spot.

2

The false ceiling

Warm, dark and undisturbed — a hidden highway above your head.

3

Kitchen cabinets

Close to food, out of sight, easy to nest in.

4

Seal gaps early

Anything wider than 2 cm, especially where pipes enter walls.

Get ahead of it

Rats that haven't settled are far easier to discourage. Act before the cold sets in.

Keep them out