Rodents have been a problem for homeowners since the idea of owning home existed. While many states just have to deal with mice and rats, though, Florida seems to be home to creatures of all shapes and sizes, so the rodent populations here are far more massive and diverse. Not only do you have to guard against mice and rats here, but you also have to worry about squirrels, chipmunks, voles, gophers, capybaras, and more. Worried about keeping rodents out of your home or at least off your property? These tips can help.

  • Take a look outside your home. If there are any sorts of openings, including those around pipes, near crawl spaces, and more, you can bet a rodent is going to find it. The problem here is that you won’t just have one rodent in your home. These creatures reproduce quickly, and any good Brevard County pest control company will tell you that it happens faster than you think. Rodents like voles can have twelve litters per year, and others have similar birth rates. The other big problem is that rodents can invite other pest control issues to your home. They can carry fleas and other smaller creatures in. They also have natural predators that may come looking for them inside your home, so an infestation of mice could quickly lead to an infestation of snakes and other predators trying to eat the mice.
  • Take a look inside your home. Keeping things clean, repaired, and clutter free is essential to keeping rodent problems at bay. Always keep your food in sealed containers. Make certain you never leave dirty dishes out overnight. Take the trash out on a regular basis. Sweep the floor as often as possible. Additionally, you’ll want to repair any leaky pipes right away.
  • Take a look at your property. You may actually be inviting rodents toward your home if you don’t take care of your property. Keep it mowed well during the warmer growing months. You’ll want to keep your brush trimmed back too. If you have piles of debris in the yard, eliminate them as soon as possible. Make certain your garage or shed is uncluttered and clean, too, to help eliminate another nesting ground.

Dealing with a Problem

If you have an infestation on your hands, it’s best to contact a Brevard County pest control company for help. While you may be able to trap one or two of them, the chances are good that you won’t be able to get all of them, and a pest control company can help.