Terminix Releases Top 10 Cities for Roof Rats

MEMPHIS, TN — Move over, clowns. Something much scarier is popping up across the country.

Things that go bump in the night might be in your attic— and they could be roof rats. Leading pest control provider Terminix today announced the top 10 cities with the most reported roof rat infestations, giving Memphis, Tenn., the "honor" of the top spot. Autumn is a very active time of year for these pests, as roof rats often seek entry into homes after their outdoor food sources are exhausted.

The cities in the United States with the most reported roof rat infestations are:

1. Memphis, Tenn.

2. Gilbert, Ariz.

3. Pleasanton, Calif.

4. Scottsdale, Ariz.

5. Tempe, Ariz.

6. Sacramento, Calif.

7. Salinas, Calif.

8. San Bernardino, Calif.

9. San Antonio, Texas

10. Plano, Texas

The list was created by compiling inbound lead data from the more than 300 Terminix branches across the country. The rankings represent metropolitan statistical areas with the highest volume of leads from Jan. 1, 2016 to Aug. 31, 2016. Click here to read the entire Terminix press release.