Short answerTo get rid of rats in Singapore, confirm the activity (droppings, gnaw marks, noises), find and seal entry points, remove food and harbourage, and use traps or secured bait stations along runways. Rats return if entry points stay open — proofing is the step most people skip.
Which rodent is it?
Norway rats burrow and live at ground level around drains and bins. Roof rats climb and nest in ceilings and false ceilings. House mice are small and get in through tiny gaps.
Signs of rats
- Droppings along walls and in cabinets
- Gnawed cables, packaging and doors
- Scratching in the ceiling at night
- Grease marks along walls and beams
Find how they’re getting in
Check gaps around pipes, aircon trunking, doors, vents and roof eaves. Rats can squeeze through holes about 2 cm wide; mice through even smaller gaps.
Rats in your home or business?
Our licensed technicians can inspect and treat — same-day slots available.
Traps vs baits
Traps are best indoors — no risk of a rat dying in a wall void. Bait should only be used in tamper-resistant stations, away from children, pets and food.
Rat prevention tips
- Bag and bin food waste daily; keep bins lidded
- Store food in hard containers
- Trim trees and vines touching roofs
- Seal gaps with rodent-proof materials
When to call a professional
Any rat in a food premises, or persistent activity at home, needs professional rodent control — including proofing.