Understanding the Dangers of Rodents in Columbia, SC | KB's Pest & Termite Control


Hearing scratching in the walls or discovering droppings in your Columbia, SC home can be unnerving. Rodents like mice and rats are not just a nuisance; they pose significant health and property risks. KB's Pest & Termite Control provides expert rodent control services throughout the Columbia, SC area, alongside our premier termite control and general pest management. Our certified Columbia, SC technicians are skilled in trapping, removal, and, most importantly, exclusion—sealing your home to prevent future entry. Understand the dangers and protect your Columbia, SC property with the professionals at KB's.

Have a rodent problem in Columbia, SC? Call KB's Pest & Termite Control for a solution!





Your Columbia, SC Experts in Termite & Pest Defense


KB's Pest & Termite Control is committed to ensuring the health and safety of our Columbia, SC neighbors. We understand the specific risks that pests like rodents and termites pose to local properties, and we are dedicated to providing effective, lasting solutions with the highest level of professionalism and care.



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Expert Rodent Control in the Columbia, SC Area


Our Columbia, SC team specializes in solving mouse and rat infestations. Our comprehensive service includes a thorough inspection, a strategic trapping program, and professional exclusion work to seal entry points and keep rodents out for good.





Comprehensive Termite and Pest Control for Columbia, SC Homes


While we address your immediate rodent issue, we are also Columbia, SC's leading termite specialists. We can provide a full property inspection to ensure you are protected from termites and other common pests like roaches, ants, and bed bugs.



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A Guide to Rodent Dangers and Control in Columbia, SC


Mice and rats are more than just unwanted guests; they are a direct threat to the health and safety of your Columbia, SC home. The experts at KB's Pest & Termite Control want homeowners to be aware of the risks.





Health Risks Posed by Rodents


  • Disease Transmission: Rodents can carry and transmit a wide array of diseases through their droppings, urine, saliva, and bites. Pathogens they can spread include Hantavirus, Salmonella, and Leptospirosis.
  • Contamination: A single mouse can leave behind dozens of droppings per day. They contaminate food supplies, kitchen counters, and other surfaces as they travel through your home, posing a significant health risk.
  • Parasites: Rodents are often infested with fleas and ticks, which they can introduce into your Columbia, SC home, creating a secondary pest problem and another vector for disease.
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Property Damage Risks


  • Chewing and Gnawing: Rodents have incisors that constantly grow, compelling them to gnaw on hard surfaces to keep them filed down. They are notorious for chewing through electrical wiring, which creates a serious fire hazard.
  • Damage to Insulation and Structures: They will shred insulation, vapor barriers, and paper products in attics and crawl spaces to build their nests. They can also gnaw through drywall, wood, and plastic pipes.




The KB's Pest & Termite Control Solution


  • Inspection: Our Columbia, SC technician will conduct a thorough inspection to identify the type of rodent, locate nests and travel paths, and, most importantly, find all potential entry points.
  • Trapping: We use a strategic and effective trapping program to remove the existing rodent population from your home.
  • Exclusion: This is the key to long-term control. We seal the cracks, gaps, and holes that rodents are using to get inside, from the foundation to the roofline of your Columbia, SC home.
  • Sanitation and Advice: We provide recommendations on how to reduce attractants like open food sources and clutter, and we can offer cleanup services for contaminated areas.Simply setting a few traps is not enough to solve a rodent problem. A professional, integrated approach from KB's Pest & Termite Control that includes exclusion is the only way to ensure lasting protection for your Columbia, SC home.
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Frequently Asked Questions


  • How are mice getting into my Columbia, SC house?A mouse can squeeze through a hole the size of a dime. Common entry points are gaps around pipes, under doors, and through cracks in the foundation.
  • I only see one mouse. Is it a big deal? Yes. Mice reproduce very quickly. Seeing one mouse almost always means there is a hidden nest and a larger population.
  • Do you handle other pests besides rodents and termites? Yes, we are a full-service pest control company in Columbia, SC, handling everything from ants and roaches to bed bugs and mosquitoes.
  • What if I have pests in my attic? Our technicians are experienced in inspecting and treating pests in attics, crawl spaces, and other hard-to-reach areas of your Columbia, SC home.
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For Expert Rodent Control in Columbia, SC, Call KB's Pest & Termite Control!


Protect your home and family from the dangers of rodents. KB's Pest & Termite Control provides comprehensive trapping and exclusion services throughout the Columbia, SC area. Call us today!





Customer Reviews

"We had mice in our attic, and I was so worried about them chewing wires. The team from KB's in Columbia, SC was amazing. They not only trapped the mice but also found and sealed every tiny hole they were using to get in."

"I can't say enough good things about their rodent exclusion service. The technician was incredibly thorough and professional. KB's Pest & Termite Control solved a problem we'd been having for years in Columbia, SC."

"Heard scratching in the walls and called KB's. They quickly identified it as a rat issue and put a comprehensive plan in place. A very knowledgeable and effective pest control service."





Columbia, SC Insights: Population,
Zip Codes, Influence, and Service Areas

Columbia is the capital city of the U.S. state of South Carolina. With a population of 136,632 at the 2020 census, it is the second-most populous city in South Carolina. The city serves as the county seat of Richland County, and a portion of the city extends into neighboring Lexington County. It is the center of the Columbia Metropolitan Statistical Area, which had a population of 829,470 in 2020 and is the 7th largest urban center in the Deep South and the 72nd-largest metropolitan statistical area in the nation. The name Columbia is a poetic term used for the United States, derived from the name of Christopher Columbus, who explored for the Spanish Crown. Columbia is often abbreviated as Cola, leading to its nickname as "Soda City."

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