Reading Rodent Control

There are a variety of species of rodents and many of these are considered to be pests in the UK. The most frequent 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 usually controlled using similar methods, making changes to account for the difference in proportions between the species. Rodents cause significant problems if an infestation is permitted to grow too big. Due to the quick rate of breeding, rodent populations can expand very rapidly.

Rodents in structures will cause problems if left uncontrolled, and the assistance of qualified pest control companies should be sought quickly. Rodents spread diseases and can contaminate foodstuffs if permitted to travel into kitchens or other areas of the house. They can also gnaw through electrical wires or structural components of the building, causing fire risks or even harm to the building structure.

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