Signs of raccoons in an attic include footsteps, scratching noises, pawprints, and scratch marks. A raccoon is trapped in a cage. Photo: istockphoto.com ...

3. Strange Noises Daytime sounds: "If you have a rodent problem in your attic, you’ll likely hear scratching noises or scurrying during the daytime, especially in the mornings," shares Pearson.

The homeowner became concerned after hearing "scratching sounds" coming from the space above and decided to investigate.

If you hear fluttering, rustling, or light scratching sounds around dusk or dawn, it may indicate a bat infestation in your attic, walls, or chimney.

After calling out an exterminator to check for rats and mice, this couple spent three days searching high and low for the culprit that was making a scratching noise in their attic.

Q Is it possible to have rats in the attic and nowhere else in the house? We've had mice before and they often showed themselves. Years ago, we heard scratching above our bed and the exterminator ...

Mason shared videos capturing the scratching and clawing noises inside his walls. Most concerning to him are the noises by his smoke detector.

Flying squirrels are causing problems in homes across Tennessee with hundreds of homes dealing with infestations.