Portsmouth Rodent Control

There are a wide selection of species of rodents and many of these are regarded as pests in the United Kingdom. The most typical rodent pests are rats and mice, but squirrels and voles are also present in the United Kingdom. The technique of pest control for these animals will vary, but rats and mice are often controlled using similar methods, making variations to account for the difference in size between the species. Rodents cause serious problems if an infestation is allowed to grow too big. Due to the swift rate of breeding, rodent populations can grow very rapidly.

Rodents in buildings will cause issues if left uncontrolled, and the assistance of professional pest control companies should be sought quickly. Rodents spread diseases and can contaminate food products if permitted to travel into kitchens or other areas of the property. They may also gnaw through electric wires or structural components of the building, creating fire risks or even harm to the building structure.

There are a number of methods of controlling rodent pests. Live capture or snap traps may be used, or poisoned baits can be laid. Any pest control method must be performed together with deterrent methods and access prevention to ensure that the pest control is effective. This may include blocking up access holes into buildings, as well as guaranteeing there are no food sources for the rodents to consume. Expert pest control companies can survey the building and locate areas where deterrent measures and access blocking should be applied.