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- Rats are communal creatures that are carriers of many diseases; such as leptospirosis, plague, rat-bite fever, salmonellosis.
- It is best to contact a professional pest control company when dealing with large mice and rat infestations. We have the knowledge and experience to eliminate them and keep you pest free.
Rat Pest Control
Aw, Rats!
Rodents such as mice and rats can carry harmful diseases. Diseases from rodents can spread to people through bite wounds, eating contaminated food or water, or breathing in germs from rodent urine or droppings that are stirred into the air. People can also get diseases from rodent ticks, mites, and fleas.
Don’t Attract Rodents
The best way to prevent a rodent infestation is to remove their sources of food, water, and shelter.
- Store pet and people food, bird and lawn/garden seed, and animal feed indoors in containers with tight fitting lids.
- Clean up food waste and use thick plastic or metal garbage cans with tight lids.
- Keep the area around your home and outbuildings clear of junk and debris.
- Trim vegetation and don’t allow plants to grow up alongside your house.
- Clean up fallen fruits or nuts from trees and animal waste.
- Routinely mix compost piles to encourage rapid decomposition.
- Store firewood, lumber, or hay at least 12 inches off the ground and away from your home.