"Chicago Holds Rattiest City Title for 9th Year, as LA Overtakes NYC: Orkin Report"

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"Chicago Holds Rattiest City Title for 9th Year, as LA Overtakes NYC: Orkin Report"
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Chicago has been named the rattiest city in the U.S. for the ninth consecutive year, according to Orkin's annual ranking. Los Angeles surpassed New York to claim the second spot, while New York dropped to third. The ranking is based on the number of new rodent services, indicating the demand for rodent treatments. Other notable shifts include Houston moving up 10 spots to 20th place and Charlotte rising 16 spots to 21st. An estimated 21 million homes in the U.S. face rat and mice infestations, with the highest number reported between October and February.

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