Rat Exterminator

Rat exterminator in Orlando that gets rats out for good

Panther Pest Control is a local rat exterminator serving Orlando and Central Florida. Our rat control starts with a free inspection to find where roof rats or Norway rats are getting in, then we trap and remove them and seal every entry point so new rats can't move in behind them.

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    FL Pest Control

  • 5.0 on Google

    381+ reviews

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  • Certified Sentricon Specialist

    Certified Sentricon

    Termite specialists

  • 1500+ homes protected

    across Central FL

Rat control & rat removal, start to finish

Rats breed fast and learn to avoid store-bought traps. Professional rat control works because it handles the whole problem: the rats inside, the gaps they use, and the conditions drawing them to your property.

Rat inspection

We trace runways, rub marks, droppings, and gnaw damage from the roofline and attic down to the foundation to confirm the species and every way in.

Trapping & removal

Professional-grade traps placed on the exact runways rats travel clear the active infestation, and we remove the rats we catch.

Entry-point sealing

We seal soffit gaps, roof vents, AC line penetrations, and garage gaps with rodent-proof materials so rats can't get back in.

Sanitize & monitor

We clean up contaminated areas and follow up until activity stops, with exterior bait stations available for ongoing protection.

A pest-free home in four simple steps

You shouldn't need a science degree to protect your home. Here's how easy we make it.

1

Call or request a quote

Talk to a friendly local expert about exactly what you're dealing with.

2

We build your plan

We inspect your property and design a treatment around it, not a generic routine.

3

Targeted treatment

Our licensed techs treat for the pests actually in your yard and home.

4

Ongoing protection

Choose a one-time visit or year-round quarterly service for lasting peace of mind.

A roof rat squeezing through a gnawed gap in the soffit of a Central Florida home at dusk
A roof rat climbing a fruiting palm tree that touches the roofline of a Florida home
A Norway rat peeking out of a burrow in the mulch beside an outdoor AC unit

Skip the stress of store-bought DIY products and recurring infestations — and enjoy a home that finally feels like yours again.

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Panther Pest Control founders Darrell Carpenter Jr. and Bo Butler at the Winter Park train station

Local experts who treat your home like ours

Ignoring a pest problem only lets it spread — and DIY store products rarely reach the source. We've protected 1500+ Central Florida homes and businesses, and we'll do the same for you.

Built for Central Florida

Our humidity, sandy soil, and palm landscaping create pest pressure national programs aren't designed for. We treat for the pests actually in your yard.

Licensed, insured & BBB accredited

Locally owned in Winter Park with over 381 five-star reviews from homeowners and business owners across the region.

Natural options when you want them

Have kids, pets, a vegetable garden, or backyard chickens? Our natural solutions use lower-toxicity, targeted application.

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Roof rats vs. Norway rats in Central Florida

Most rat calls in Orlando are roof rats. They're slender climbers that travel along palm fronds, fruit trees, and power lines, then nest in attics. Norway rats are heavier, burrow near foundations and AC pads, and stay closer to the ground. Learn the difference between roof rats and Norway rats, or check what you've found against our rat droppings guide.

Scratching in the attic at nightDroppings in cabinets or the garageGnawed wires or boxesGrease marks along wallsHow to get rid of roof ratsRodents in the atticRats in the wallsDo rats climb walls?

Central Florida pest control calendar

Our climate keeps pests active all year — but the pressure shifts by season. Here's what we watch for and treat month to month across the Orlando metro.

Mar – May

Spring

  • Ants
  • Termite swarmers
  • Wasps
  • Mosquitoes

Warm, wet weather triggers ant trails and termite swarms — the ideal time to start prevention.

Jun – Aug

Summer

  • Mosquitoes
  • Palmetto bugs
  • Fire ants
  • Fleas

Peak Florida pest season. Humidity and rain drive roaches and mosquitoes indoors and out.

Sep – Nov

Fall

  • Rodents
  • Spiders
  • Cockroaches
  • Earwigs

As nights cool, rodents and roaches look for a warm way inside. Seal-up and perimeter work matter most.

Dec – Feb

Winter

  • Rodents
  • German roaches
  • Silverfish
  • Spiders

Pests don't disappear here — they move indoors. Recurring service keeps them from settling in.

Panther Pest Control technician working along the eaves of an Orlando home where roof rats get in
Exclusion-first

Why a rat exterminator beats DIY traps

Snap traps from the hardware store might catch a rat or two, but they don't touch the gap the rest of the colony is using. Roof rats can squeeze through an opening the size of a quarter. Our rat control pairs trapping with full rodent exclusion, so your home stays sealed after the last rat is gone. Seeing mice instead? Our rodent control program covers both.

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A no-risk guarantee

You should never feel stuck or oversold. Every Panther Pest Control plan is backed by simple promises that put the risk on us, not you.

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Flexible plans

One-time, monthly, bi-monthly, or quarterly — choose what fits, with no long-term lock-in.

Same-day when possible

Reach out during business hours and we'll do our best to get there the same day.

Call-Back Guarantee

If pests come back between scheduled visits, so do we — at no extra charge.

100% satisfaction

Not happy with a treatment? We'll make it right. That's our guarantee.

Proudly local

Rat control across Central Florida

Based in Winter Park, our rat exterminators clear rats from homes and businesses throughout the Orlando metro, including Sanford, Altamonte Springs, and Winter Park. Here are the communities we serve:

  • Altamonte Springs
  • Apopka
  • Casselberry
  • Chuluota
  • College Park
  • Dr. Phillips
  • Gotha
  • Horizon West
  • Hunters Creek
  • Lake Buena Vista
  • Lake Mary
  • Lake Nona
  • Longwood
  • Maitland
  • Ocoee
  • Orlando
  • Oviedo
  • Sanford
  • Windermere
  • Winter Garden
  • Winter Park
Panther Pest Control service truck at an Orlando home

Rat exterminator FAQ

A professional rat exterminator inspects first to find runways, nests, and entry points, then sets traps on the routes rats actually use. Once the active rats are removed, the gaps they used are sealed with rodent-proof materials. Sealing is what keeps new rats from replacing the ones you trapped.

Most rat infestations are cleared in one to three weeks, depending on how many rats there are and how established they've become. We seal entry points early in the process, so the problem shrinks instead of being refilled from outside.

In Central Florida it's usually roof rats. They're slim with tails longer than their bodies, and they nest in attics and trees. Norway rats are stockier with shorter tails and burrow near foundations. Where you hear or find them is a strong clue, and our inspection confirms it.

Rat control pricing depends on your home's size, how severe the infestation is, and how much sealing work is needed. We start with a free inspection and give you a clear quote before any work begins. Call 407-713-7853 to schedule.

No loose poison inside. Indoors we rely on trapping and exclusion, which also avoids rats dying inside walls. When bait makes sense, it goes in locked, tamper-resistant exterior stations placed with kids and pets in mind.

Not if the entry points are sealed. Rats come back when trapping is done without exclusion. Our program closes the gaps, and the Call-Back Guarantee means we'll return if you see new activity after treatment.

Take back your home today

Every day you wait, the problem gets bigger. Get a free quote from your local Panther Pest Control team and start living pest-free.

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