Newton Abbot Rat Control

Rats are frequently seen in the UK. They can be a problem inside or outside, although rats are often only a problem if they are inside your home or business. Rats can spread diseases such as Leptospirosis or Weil’s disease, so it is vital to manage a suspected rat problem as soon as possible. This is especially important if the rats are suspected to be in your kitchen or another area where food is stored.

There are a variety of techniques to control a rat infestation. Traps can be used, either triggered traps in specified areas where you know rats will pass, or bait traps which attract rats into them. Poison is also frequently used, although it’s advised that poison is only employed as a last resort in external areas due to the risk to other animals due to secondary poisoning. Another effective method is to remove the rat’s food source and access to an area. This is complicated as rats may have several methods of getting access, but by blocking these they could be stopped from getting into buildings. Taking away their food sources is also effective, especially if they are feeding on food that you leave out for domestic pets.

Experienced pest control companies can survey the property and identify the most effective ways of managing a rat infestation. This will generally include several visits over a brief period to set and then remove traps.