Pest Control Company Ranks U.S. Cities by Rodent Service Calls
A pest control company has released a new ranking of U.S. cities experiencing the most significant issues with rats and mice, based on the volume of rodent-related service calls.
Seattle Tacoma, WA, October 12, 2026 — A recent analysis by an unnamed pest control company has identified U.S. cities grappling with the highest volumes of rodent-related service calls, signaling a significant presence of rats and mice in urban environments. The company’s ranking is based on the frequency of service requests it received concerning rodent infestations.
The specific methodology used for this ranking centers on the raw number of service calls logged by the pest control provider related to rat and mouse issues. This metric indicates a direct correlation between the volume of calls and the perceived severity of rodent problems within these metropolitan areas.
Details regarding the pest control company that conducted the ranking, such as its name and operational scope, were not provided. Furthermore, the actual list of ranked cities, including specific placements, or any qualitative data beyond call volume, was not disclosed in the summary of the trend. The timeframe for the data collection also remains unspecified.
While the trend summary indicates a new ranking has been released, it does not offer further insights into the implications of these findings, potential causes for higher rodent activity in certain areas, or any subsequent actions or recommendations from the pest control company. The exact nature and extent of rodent issues in the identified cities, beyond the volume of service calls, are not detailed.
Information regarding the specific cities that topped the list, or those appearing further down, has not been made public. Additionally, no data was provided on whether the ranking represents a new development or a continuation of a recurring report, nor were details offered on the population size or geographical characteristics that might influence these rodent call volumes.
Story summarized from the original created by Nick.Viviani@fox.com (Nick Viviani) on www.fox13seattle.com, see more information here.
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