How to Remove the Smell of Rodents in the Attic?

Few homeowners can think of anything more disturbing than rodents in their attic. Not only do the pests shred and chew on any material in their path, but they can also contaminate your stored possessions and attic space with layers of urine and feces.

The lingering smell of a rodent infestation can be nauseating and, unfortunately, difficult to get rid of without expert odor removal equipment. However, here are a few things you can do to remove the smell of rodents in the attic.

3 Odor Removal Tips to Remove the Smell of Rodents

1. Find the Source of the Odor

   The first step of rodent odor removal is to find the source. You may only need to locate the rodent droppings and clean them up. However, it is also possible that what you are smelling is a decomposing rodent carcass, as both smells can permeate throughout your home. Before trying to hunt down a dead mouse, rat, or squirrel, be sure to equip yourself with proper rodent odor removal safety gear such as rubber gloves, goggles, and a facemask.

2. Open the Windows

   After removing the source of the rodent smell, your attic may still smell like rodent waste. If so, a simple solution is to air out your attic. If your attic has access to a window or ceiling fan, open it up and turn it on. Otherwise, leaving your attic door open to let in fresh air can do wonders for the undesired smells in your attic. Plugging in a box fan can also inject airflow into your attic to help break up unpleasant odors and allow the air to circulate.

3. Overpower the Smell of Rodents With Something Else

   You can also try replacing the smell of rodents with scented deodorizers or air fresheners. Items like smelling sprays and candles may be effective enough to replace the foul smell of rodents in your attic with something much more pleasant.

Rely on Professional Odor Removal Services to Remove the Smell of Rodents

While DIY-odor removal efforts may show you temporary success, the most effective and efficient way to remove the smell of rodents from your attic is to utilize the odor removal services provided by the experts at Animal Wildlife Trappers.

Not only are our odor removal services completely safe, but we also have an odor removal guarantee. If the odor of dead rodents or rodent droppings returns to your attic, we will perform an additional odor removal treatment on your property free of charge.

To schedule an appointment and receive a complimentary estimate for our odor removal services, call Animal Wildlife Trappers today at 352-267-0546.