It’s no wonder the term “dirty rat” is part of our vernacular. There’s so much about rats that people find disturbing and disgusting. One is how quickly they reproduce. Their breeding is off the charts Rats become sexually mature at a mere two to five months and will breed year round, even within their own […]
Read MoreMice are an ongoing problem. They like to live near humans so they can keep warm in winter and feast on people-foods throughout the year. Not only are these mammals adaptable to a number of environments, they’re adept at chewing through cords or electrical wires, climbing, jumping and squeezing through tiny openings. If you know […]
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Rats like garages and sheds. Any outbuilding gives them natural shelter and privacy – often enough to keep them from being readily discovered. It’s an extra draw if you have birdseed or other edibles stored there. Keep edibles sealed up There are a number of things you can do to keep rats out of these […]
Read MoreHere are some tips for getting them out and keeping them out Your attic is no place for bats. But if they’ve already moved in, it’s not so simple to get them out. Here’s how you can safely remove bats from your attic and take preventative measures to keep them from returning. Perhaps the most […]
Read MoreMice are not very frightening when you see them in a controlled atmosphere but you don’t want them in your home. Not only can their unexpected scampering cause a scare, they also carry bacterial and viral diseases. They can chew furniture, blankets, bags and other personal items, leaving excrement all along the way. Fortunately, there […]
Read MoreSnakes tend to have bad reputations. As a result, they routinely get an unfair rap. In reality, most are beneficial, consuming pests in your yard and garden. Larger snakes are effective predators of rodents, eating rats and mice around a person’s property. In doing so, snakes eradicate the onboard ticks that carry Lyme disease. These reptiles also help control the grasshopper population.
Read MoreDid you know that rodents like mice invade approximately 21 million homes every single year? According to the National Pest Management Association, 29% of Americans have had a rodent problem in their homes, and winter is the prime time for mouse control so hosting a mouse in the house doesn’t happen to you. Prevention: How […]
Read MoreHave you seen the Netflix film 1922? If you have, you likely noticed several stars throughout the film that played a pretty important role – the rats. In fact, animal trainers ended up using 200 rats for the film, and the scenes of them crawling over each other are enough to scare anyone. Unfortunately, rats […]
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You already know that a rodent problem in your home is undesirable. What you may not know is that an infestation is actually a danger to the health of everyone living in your home. The reasons behind the health concern Rats, mice, and other rodents usually stay away from humans as much as possible once […]
Read MoreIt strikes terror into the hearts of homeowners everywhere – a mouse dropping on the kitchen counter. Wondering why it’s so scary? It can only mean one thing – you have a serious house mouse problem. What’s the best kind of mice pest control? How can you make sure you never see another mouse dropping […]
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