Dealing With Rodents

If you have an infestation of rodents you need to act as soon as possible. Rats are known to carry a flea that is responsible for the infamous plague. Mice on the other hand are known to carry the Hantavirus. This virus is spread through the fecal pellets of the mouse, and is actually deadly to humans. Not only do these rodents carry diseases, but they can be very detrimental to a home. Rodents chew through wiring and wood. No matter what the rodents are doing in your home, it is time to get them out of there. Here are a few things you should know about rodents.

Cleanlines

One of the most important things that you can do for your home is keep it extremely clean. If a rodent is coming into your home it is to get food or to find shelter. If there is no food source for the rodent then the rat or the mouse is not likely to stay for very long. So, be sure to clean up your cupboards and pantries very well. You do not want any lose food items that can be the rodent's next meal. Clean with citrus or mint as these scents can repel the rodents as well. 

Traps 

Trapping rodents can also be a very effective way to kill rodents. Rats are careful creatures, but if you lure the rat in with good bait you can trap the rats. Mice on the other hand are very curious and will come to a trap to simply investigate what it is. No matter if you are dealing with rats or with mice you want to place the trap in a high traffic area with the bait toward the middle of the room. This will force the rodent to walk over the trap mechanism to get the bait.

Pest Control Services

If you have a major infestation in your crawl space or in your attic, the rodents can cause a lot of damage and cause the damage very quickly. It is important that you act quickly, and the best solution is to hire a professional pest control service. These professionals understand rodents and the best way to kill and prevent them from causing major damage to the house. Most of the best services will come back periodically to spray and keep the little rodents from coming back into your home. If you are dealing with rodents get rid of them before a small problem turns into a giant one. 

For more information, contact companies like All American Wildlife, LLC.