One of the last things people want to hear is that
they’re dealing with a rodent infestation. Having these small intruders inside
the house could end up causing massive damage to your property, not to mention sanitation
and health issues. You need to address the situation quickly if you don’t want
the situation to get out of hand. Let’s take a look at how to deal with a
rodent infestation.
Clean Unattended
Spaces
Rodents love areas that are left unattended. They tend
to seek refuge in areas that are quiet and dark, like the attic for instance.
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services. The professionals from this company will be able to
see if this is where the infestation is coming from, and will be able to help
get rid of them. They’ll also be able to clean and sanitize the area and
replace any insulation that might’ve been damaged.
Act Fast
The next thing you have to do is start strong and
fast. Rodents are furious breeders, and if you don’t act quickly, you will end
up with a massive problem on your hands.
When setting traps, it’s very important that you place
plenty of them around areas where you’ve noticed rodent activity. You also want
to plug any visible holes that could lead inside the house, like around pipes
for instance. Use copper wool to block these holes as rodents won’t be able to
chew them out. Also, don’t make the mistake of putting too much bait on traps
as it could allow rodents to eat it without setting the trap off.
Choose the
Proper Bait
Speaking of bait, don’t use things like cheese. That’s
a Hollywood myth. Rodents will react to things like lunch meat or peanut butter
much better than cheese which they might discard altogether. Also, don’t just
put the bait on the trigger. Tie it down with a piece of dental floss or
fishing line. This will prevent them from leaving with the bait without getting
caught.
Place the Mouse
Traps Correctly
The way you place the traps will also make a
difference. Mice and other rodents like to scurry up walls, so if you’re using glue traps, place
them parallel to the wall. If you’re using traditional traps, however, you want
the trap to be perpendicular to the wall with the bait against the baseboard.
This way, rodents will run straight into it.
Consider
Getting a Pet
Having a pet in the house is not a bad idea either.
While cats are usually the top choice, know that these are opportunistic
hunters and they may not always have the drive. Dogs can be great for the
job as well, as many were originally bred for hunting. Terriers, in particular,
make great mousers, so you should consider the option.
Conclusion
These are all ways that you can deal with a rodent
infestation. Even if you do some things on your own, make sure to call in
specialists as soon as you can before things degenerate.
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