Top 10 Tips for Preventing Rat, Mice and Rodent Infestation

Rodents, Rats & Mice.

In the cold seasons rodents including rats, mice and other varmint seek shelter indoors. These little creatures can cause a lot of damage and can cause hazardous conditions in a short time leaving behind their waste. Rodents increase the risk for electrical fires by gnawing through wires. They can also gnaw through walls, pipes and other property. Another dangerous thing about rodents is they can carry bacteria, such as salmonella, on their bodies contaminating food sources, kitchen surfaces and equipment.

Other Common Intruding Animals Include:

• Raccoons
• Opossums
• Bats
• Squirrels

Below are some best practices to prevent rodent and animal intrusions:

1. Properly Store Food:
2. Store food in airtight containers and dispose of garbage regularly.
3. Secure the Doors:
   Install door sweeps on exterior doors and repair damaged screens.
4. Secure the Vents:
   Screen vents and openings to chimneys.
5. Seal Cracks and Holes:
   Seal cracks and holes on the outside of the home, including areas where utilities and pipes enter the home.
6. Ensure a Dry Environment:
   Keep attics, basements and crawl spaces well ventilated and dry. Eliminate all moisture sites, including leaking pipes and clogged drains that provide the perfect breeding site for pests.
7. Replace Damaged Materials:
   Replace loose mortar and weather stripping around the basement foundation and windows.
8. Keep Wood and Bushes Away from the House:
   Store firewood at least 20 feet away from the house and keep shrubbery trimmed and cut back from the house.
9. Ensure you don’t bring in Rodents Accidentally:
10. Inspect items such as old furniture, boxes, grocery bags and other packages brought into the home.
11. Deal with any Rodents Quickly:
    If you have a rodent in the house be sure to address the situation quickly to prevent the problem from getting worse. If you suspect a pest infestation in your home, contact a licensed pest professional to inspect and treat the pest problem.

Quick Catch offers both rodent removal and animal intrusion prevention services, contact us at (904) 859-6585.

Rodent Removal Testimonial:

I have used Quick Catch to do small animal trapping around my house on several occasions. They have always been prompt, courteous, knowledgeable, and with very reasonable prices. I highly recommend using them, and will do so again myself if the need arises.
Michael F. – Jacksonville, FL

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