Managing Rat Extermination

Apr 26
07:08

2012

Jessica Stevens

Jessica Stevens

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Rats can really be harmful when found in your household. It can create loads of unimaginable harm and damage to both property and health. As these critters carry harmful pathogen and can eat up almost everything it is your goal to keep them out of your place forever.

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Some of the  rat extermination and control solution can be very helpful in getting rid of the unwelcomed invaders. However,Managing Rat Extermination   Articles these measures cannot be effective if it is not properly managed. That is why seeking the help of professional is vital as they can give you the right treatment for your pest difficulty. Some rely on pest control service and get their problems resolved efficiently. While others would prefer to do it themselves because of the cost however often times the treatment only lasts for a couple of days, weeks or so.

1. Prevention

·        Elimination of food

Rats can eat almost anything. Store all foods in the refrigerator or in tight fitting lids. Cover garbage cans and do not leave dishes unwashed for a longer period.

·        Remove breeding places

Rats can easily find shelter into your homes. As they can squeeze through even tiny holes, it becomes easier for them to get in and hide in their desired breeding places. You can reduce the risk of infestation by minimizing litter. It becomes hard for rats to hide when the environment is clear of any clutter.

·        Remove entry ways

As rats are talented invaders, they can get into your homes in plenty of ways. You might even wonder how they enter when you think that there is no possible way to get in. They are expert creepers, burrowers, and can chew on just about everything. That is why it is important to fix and cover each and every holes and crevices that you can find. It is important to be thorough in inspecting the possible entryways of rats.

2. Rat extermination

·        Traps

Set traps where targets will most likely run into. Bait them with peanut butter, bacon or cheese. Do not handle a dead rat using your bare hands as they carry harmful bacteria. You can wear gloves instead to prevent contamination. The odor can be very stinky; it is advised to wear a mask as pathogens can also be transported via air and it is dangerous when inhaled.

·        Poison

Chemical substances can be very harmful to human health when it goes to the system via ingestion or when it is inhaled. That is why it is recommended to use this method as a last resort. Rats also build fast resistance to poison making it ineffective often times. Call in a professional to help you understand the right way in handling pesticides.

·        Predators

Cats have better record of accomplishment at killing rats. They are expert at chasing and killing rats as seen on movies and in actuality.

 

Rats are a serious threat to both human and property. That is why they need to be eliminated right away with the proper use of effective treatment.