No More Rat Violations

Rat infestations in NYC are on the rise, and DOHMH inspections (and violations) are more aggressive than ever.

MMPC’s Rat Prevention Program is an affordable exterior rat control service for homeowners, landlords, and property managers in New York City.

Our program is designed to prevent rats from infesting your property while helping you avoid rat-related violations, fines, and damages.

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Call us now at (212) 219-1071 or use the form below to send us an email.

What’s Included?

Professional, recurring rat control designed to prevent exterior infestations before they start.

Each month, our experts assess your property’s risk for rat violations (active rodent signs and other issues that city inspectors look for), and provide a detailed report with recommendations to stay compliant.

If you receive a rat violation from the NYC Department of Health, we’ll back you up and cover any fines.

The True Cost of Rat Violations

The NYC Department of Health (DOHMH) inspects more than 600 properties a day. In 2023, the city issued 30,452 summonses for rat-related violations. Property owners face significant and often unexpected costs, including:

  • DOHMH / OATH Fines: $300–$2,000
  • Compliance Inspections & Baiting: $60–$90 per visit
  • Violation Correction: $100–$1,000 depending on severity

How It Works


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Preventative Rat Control

MMPC securely installs tamper-proof rat bait stations in front of your property, using slow-acting rodenticides to get rid of rat colonies and prevent infestations. Each month, we send our expert rat control technicians to:

  • Maintain and refill rat bait stations
  • Conduct an exterior inspection for signs of rat activity or conditions conducive to infestations
  • Inspect and notify you of potential issues and provide professional recommendations for mitigation

Violation-Free Guarantee

As part of the Rat Prevention Program, property owners have guaranteed protection from DOHMH rat violations. If you receive a notice or summons from the city, MMPC will provide evidence to help you contest the violation and also cover the cost of any fines.

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Less Than $2 Per Day

Our pricing includes professional installation and monthly maintenance and refilling of rat bait stations:

  • Single Bait Station: $49.99 per month*
  • Additional Bait Stations: $5.00 per month

*One bait station generally covers about 20 linear feet—about the size of an average lot in New York City.

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Additional Benefits

  • Discounted Services: If additional measures like burrow removal or proofing / exclusion are necessary, we provide them at a discounted rate.
  • Flexible Cancellation: Cancel anytime without long-term contracts.
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About MMPC

MMPC is a small business proud to serve our fellow New Yorkers and surrounding areas.

Our team combines 25 years of pest control experience with cutting-edge, eco-friendly technologies and methods — all to ensure the most effective, discreet and customized solutions for our clients.

We are one of the first companies in the pest control industry to adopt the EPA’s Integrated Pest Management Practices (IPM), an environmentally-sensitive approach in which all forms of pest control are explored before resorting to pesticides.

In addition, MMPC was named one of “The Best Exterminators in NYC” by New York Magazine and “America’s 15 Favorite Local Home Service Businesses” by Yelp and Entrepreneur Magazine.

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