Jarrow Rat Control

Rats are common in the UK. They could be an issue inside or outside, although rats are typically only a problem if they are in the home or business. Rats can spread diseases such as Leptospirosis or Weil’s disease, so it is vital to deal with a suspected rat problem as soon as possible. This is especially critical if the rats are suspected to be in your kitchen or some other area where you prepare food.

There are a number of techniques to control a rat infestation. Traps can be used, either triggered traps in specific areas where you know rats will pass, or bait traps which lure rats into them. Poison is also widely used, although it’s advised that poison is only utilised as a last resort outside because of the risk to other animals due to secondary poisoning. Another effective method is to eliminate the rat’s food source and access to an area. This can be tricky as rats may have several methods of getting access, but by obstructing these they may be stopped from getting into buildings. Removing their food sources is also effective, especially if they are feeding on food that you leave out for domestic pets.

Specialist pest control companies will be able to survey the building and identify the most effective methods of controlling a rat infestation. This will commonly include several visits over a short period to set and then remove traps.