FAQS

Why Do I Hear Scratching Noises in My Walls?

Beginning to hear suspicious scratching sounds coming from within your walls is sure to damage your peace of mind. The immediate assumption you'll probably come to is that some living thing has invaded your walls and, unfortunately, that's probably the case. In fact, scratching noises in the walls is often one of the first warning signs of a pest infestation in your home in Brooklyn.

Most likely, the scratching you've been hearing in your walls is caused by rodents. Both mice and rats are common pests in Brooklyn, and these small rodents can fit their bodies through shockingly small spaces, allowing them to easily get inside of most buildings. Walls provide the darkness and warmth that rats and mice crave, plus they're sheltered from predators and bad weather. When rodents move around through your walls, you're sure to hear that unnerving scratching sound. You may also hear other noises, like squeaks and a grinding sound caused by rodents gnawing. Louder sounds may indicate rats, while quieter sounds are probably caused by mice.

In some cases, other pests may make scratching sounds as they move through your walls. Though faint, you may be able to hear termites or carpenter ants burrowing through the wood in your walls. Cockroaches may also make scratching or scurrying noises, though they'll probably be much quieter than those made by rodents. Birds and bats may also get inside your walls and make scratching sounds, as well as fluttering and chirping noises.