Rat and Mouse Removal in Middle Tennessee

Effective rodent trapping and exclusion begins with a thorough inspection to locate active rodent entry points to your home or other structure, as well as any other easy-access potential entry points where mice or rats might enter in the future with little effort. 

Critter Gitter Wildlife Removal technicians are experienced in identifying and permanently securing the entry points where rodents are gaining access to your home.

Our step-by-step rodent removal solutions will effectively eliminate your rodent problems. 

  • Detailed on-site inspection and evaluation.
  • Humane, poison-free rodent trapping and removal solutions.
  • Decontamination of affected areas and remediation of animal damage.
  • Guaranteed repairs to secure active and potential rodent entry points on your residential or commercial building.
Mouse removal

Critter Gitter will help you with professional rodent trapping in Murfreesboro and Nashville area wide. We are trained to catch rodents and have years of experience in solving the most difficult rat and mouse problems. We perform rodent removal in a humane and timely manner.

Schedule Rat and Mouse Removal Services in Middle Tennessee

Critter Gitter provides rat and mouse removal and rodent prevention services in Murfreesboro, Nashville, Spring Hill, Manchester, Shelbyville, McMinnville, and Franklin. If you are having issues with mice or rats in your home or in your yard, call Critter Gitter at 615-294-6957  for safe and effective rodent control.

We offer environmentally-friendly live and lethal rodent trapping. Critter Gitter Wildlife Removal solves rodent problems without the use of poison. 

Rat removal
Rat freely roaming in the attic

Rodent Problems in Middle Tennessee

The most abundant and diverse nuisance mammals in Middle Tennessee are rodents. The 4 most common species of small rodents that invade homes in this area are:

  • ​House Mouse, Mus musculus
  • White-footed Mouse, Peromyscus leucopus
  • Cotton Deer Mouse, Peromyscus gossypinus
  • Norway Rat / Brown Rat, Rattus norvegicus
  • Roof Rat / Black Rat, Rattus rattus


We also remove other small rodents from attics and crawlspaces in the Nashville-to-Murfreesboro area, including:

  • ​Southern Flying Squirrel, Glaucomys volans
  • Eastern Woodrat / Packrat, Neotoma floridana
  • Meadow Jumping Mouse, Zapus hudsonius
  • Eastern Harvest Mouse, Reithrodontomys humulis


Rats and mice are primarily attracted to human structures by their need for shelter, and the presence of nearby food and water sources. These rodents are excellent diggers and climbers. If a rodent problem is left unchecked, mice and rats can cause serious damage to a home by chewing or leaving droppings inside attics and crawlspaces. In some cases, insulation or ductwork replacement may be necessary to address rodent damage.

Rodents are also known to sometimes carry human-transmissible diseases such as Lyme disease. Trapping rodents, removing food sources, and excluding the rodents from your structure is the best way to control the problem. Signs of possible rodent problems include:

  • Tunnelling in attic insulation.
  • Small holes or tunnels in the ground by exterior foundation.
  • Mouse droppings under the sink or in the attic.
  • Scratching or chewing noises inside a wall.
  • Noises in an attic or under the house, especially at night.
  • Bits of torn insulation coming out the floor or ceiling vents.
  • Signs of chewing on pet food containers, bird seed bags, or grass seed bags.
  • Holes chewed through foundation vent screens.
  • Nest or pile of nesting material found inside the house.
  • Rat or mouse droppings in the crawlspace.
  • Odor of urine or a dead animal in the house.
  • Chew marks at door threshold or garage door corner seal.

Why Choose Us for Expert Rodent Removal?

Choosing Critter Gitter Wildlife Removal for your armadillo removal needs offers numerous advantages that set us apart.

Humane and Effective Rodent Removal

We prioritize using humane traps to ensure that no harm comes to the animals we relocate. Our team of professionals is well-versed in the latest rodent prevention techniques, ensuring that once we remove the pests, they don't return.

Thorough Inspections and Long-Term Solutions

We conduct thorough inspections to identify entry points and potential attractants, addressing them with precision. Our detailed approach not only solves the immediate problem but also fortifies your home against future invasions.

Safe and Professional Rodent Management

We understand the importance of maintaining a safe and healthy living environment, and our methods reflect a commitment to humane and effective solutions. Trust us to handle your rodent issues with professionalism and care.

Testimonials

What our customers say about us

We frequently handle raccoons, squirrels, skunks, groundhogs, rodents, bats, armadillos, moles, chipmunks, and opossums in Murfreesboro, Nashville, and the surrounding areas of Middle Tennessee. Understanding wildlife behavior helps us manage these animals effectively while complying with local regulations. It’s crucial to identify entry points and provide prevention tips, like securing trash cans and sealing gaps in buildings. These measures can deter wildlife from entering your property, ensuring a harmonious coexistence with nature while protecting your home or landscaping from potential damage.

Whenever possible, we use eviction/exclusion only methods with no trapping and relocation. This is the most humane option. In cases where relocation is necessary, we prioritize humane practices to ensure animal welfare. Our team follows strict relocation protocols, which include assessing the animal’s health, reproductive condition, and stress levels to determine whether the animal should be taken to a wildlife rescue center or can be immediately relocated and released at a distant Wildlife Management Area.

For example, we always check to see if a captured animal is a nursing female. If so, we keep her or deliver her to a wildlife rescue/rehabilitation center for safekeeping until we have reunited her with all of her latest litter or offspring, in order to ensure the family is reunited and released together when they are ready.

Before setting traps at your property, we select a specific release site for potential captured animals that meets the following criteria: plentiful and easily accessible food, shelter, and water sources, and limited competition from existing resident animal populations of the same species. Studies have shown that these criteria result in very high (>90%) survival rates of relocated animals.

We use safe, specialized equipment to capture and transport animals, minimizing any distress. Once relocated, we release them into suitable, natural habitats where they can thrive.  By adhering to these protocols, we maintain a compassionate approach, ensuring that the animals’ well-being is our top priority throughout the process.

Yes, we’re available 24/7 to handle emergency animal removal. Our team ensures swift emergency response while prioritizing wildlife safety. We use advanced rescue techniques to manage situations effectively and humanely. Our trained professionals are equipped to tackle any wildlife-related emergencies, ensuring both the safety of the animals and the security of your property. We’re dedicated to providing reliable and compassionate service anytime you need us, around the clock.

We guarantee to remove and relocate any animal caught in a live trap within 12 hours of capture/notification. Typically it is much less than 12 hours- we average about 5 to 6 hours from capture to release, which is a time that no other company in the area is able to match. We focus on minimizing animal stress throughout the process. Our team uses humane practices to ensure quick and safe transitions. We assess each situation individually, tailoring our approach to meet the needs of the wildlife involved while ensuring their well-being and compliance with local regulations.

We guarantee service satisfaction by ensuring removal effectiveness for all wildlife issues. We trust our expertise and always encourage customer feedback to improve our techniques. If a problem persists, we’ll revisit and resolve it without additional charge, standing by our commitment to your peace of mind. Our comprehensive warranties on exclusion repairs reflect our confidence in our solutions, ensuring that you can rely on our professional team for thorough and lasting wildlife management. The length of warranty depends on the specific animal issue and the repairs performed. Most of our repairs to animal entry points have a 15 year or life-of-structure guarantee against animal intrusion, which we honor with free tapping, animal removal, and repair reinforcement if any animal gains access to your home or other structure at the repair location.

Frequently asked questions

Still have questions? Contact us today, and our friendly team will be happy to assist!

Call Critter Gitter for Rodent Trapping and Exclusion in Middle Tennessee

Critter Gitter Wildlife Removal specializes in nuisance wildlife trapping and prevention in Murfreesboro, Nashville, and surrounding areas of middle Tennessee.

If you are having issues with mice or rats on your property and you need rodent prevention, removal, or trapping services in Murfreesboro, Nashville, or Middle Tennessee call Critter Gitter Wildlife Removal at (615) 294-6957We offer free estimates by phone and same-day service for wildlife emergencies.

Rat and Mouse Removal Service Areas

Critter Gitter Wildlife Removal proudly serves communities throughout Middle Tennessee.
Whether you’re in Nashville, Murfreesboro, or any of the surrounding areas, our expert team is ready to provide professional wildlife removal, damage repair, and prevention solutions.

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