Poison-Free Rodent Control: Why It Matters in Grass Valley
Rodents are a year-round issue in the Sierra Foothills, but especially in Grass Valley and Nevada City, where homes are surrounded by forested habitat and older construction is common. At Gold Country Wildlife Control, we provide poison-free rodent control solutions that not only protect your home—but also protect your pets, local wildlife, and the environment.
The Problem With Poison
Many pest control companies rely on rodent poison (rodenticides) as a quick fix. But this method creates long-term problems:
Secondary poisoning: When owls, hawks, foxes, or domestic pets eat a poisoned rodent, they can die too. This is a growing issue in Nevada County.
Rodents die in walls or attics: Poisons don’t work instantly—rats and mice often crawl into inaccessible spaces and die, leading to foul odors and expensive cleanup.
Poison doesn’t prevent re-entry: Killing a few rodents doesn’t stop more from getting in tomorrow. Without addressing entry points, it’s a never-ending cycle.
Rodents in Grass Valley Homes
In fall and winter, rodent activity increases as wood rats and mice move indoors to escape the cold. In spring and summer, rodents become active breeders, leading to infestations in walls, attics, crawl spaces, and even vehicles. Common species include wood rats, roof rats, and house mice.
Our Approach: Real Rodent Control Without Poison
At Gold Country Wildlife Control, we fix the root cause of the problem. That means:
Thorough inspections to locate every possible entry point.
Exclusion and repair work, using screen, flashing, concrete, and other durable materials to permanently keep rodents out.
Aggressive trapping to remove rodents quickly and humanely.
No bait boxes. No poison. No shortcuts.
Common Rodent Entry Points in Foothill Homes
Crawl space vents and foundation gaps
Gaps around pipes and electrical conduits
Roofline construction gaps
Attic and gable vents
Damaged siding and garage door corners
We specialize in rodent-proofing, which is essentially small-scale construction designed to keep rodents out for good. Our work comes with a warranty—because we stand behind it.
Why Poison-Free Matters in Nevada County
Keeps local predators like owls and foxes healthy and alive
Protects your pets from secondary poisoning
Avoids odor problems from dead rodents inside walls
Helps create long-term solutions, not just temporary relief
Avoids chemicals in your home environment or soil
Your Home Deserves a Real Solution
Rodents are persistent, but so are we. If you’re tired of companies setting out bait stations and hoping for the best, it’s time for something better. At Gold Country Wildlife Control, we believe in real craftsmanship, detailed seal-up work, and lasting results.
Serving Grass Valley, Nevada City, and surrounding foothill communities.
