Hearing bumps, little footsteps, or scratches in the middle of the night can be spooky in the moment! But, don’t call the ghostbusters yet! These noises are more than likely the result of pests either sneaking in or living in your home. 

Who You Gonna Call?

Our minds typically turn to ghosts and goblins this time of year, and our imaginations go into overdrive. But as much fun as Halloween is, those bumps, creaks and “moans” you might hear behind your walls this time of year probably aren’t ghouls. More than likely, they’re pests either making themselves at home or looking for a way out. So, what can you do about it?

First, make sure it isn’t simply the wind. Expanding pipes or buckling siding are commonly mistaken for pest activity.

Once you’ve ruled out the weather or house groans as the culprit, call Legacy! The most common sources of these noises include mice, rats, squirrels, raccoons, chipmunks, birds and bats. Even certain types of termites and beetles, carpenter ants and wasps can make audible noises from behind the walls.

Especially as cooler weather approaches, rodents and pests will be seeking shelter inside for warmth and food.

So, who you gonna call?