Why You Should Call The Pros About Rats On Your Meridian Property
It is not as easy to keep rats away from your Meridian home as you might think. Although you might be doing everything you can to keep big rats away from your home, an army of rats can still show up and invade. Many homeowners fail to realize how they attract rats to their property and that a few simple lifestyle changes can make a home much less appealing to rats.
Read on to learn more about rats and how Sawtooth Pest Control can terminate their residence in your home.
Signs Of A Rat Infestation On Your Meridian Property
Knowing if you have a rat infestation is not always obvious. Despite their aggressive nature, these rodents do not want to interact with humans any more than we wish to come into contact with them. That means you will need to look for other signs of rats besides spotting them. If you have a rat problem, they will not be shy about leaving evidence. Here are things to look out for:
- Ripped up insulation or lawn furniture.
- Rat droppings near food sources like garbage cans or pantries.
- Chew marks on things like electrical wiring or wood.
- Rat nests in tucked-away spots like unused vehicles.
- Scurrying noises in crawlspaces or attics.
The Problems Rats Can Create On Your Meridian Property
If you notice signs of rats, odds are you have a problem. Big rats pose a threat to your property and health. These rodents are destructive pests and constantly look for things to grind their teeth on. This means rats will chew into anything they can find, including electrical wiring, wooden furniture, plastics, and vinyl. Moreover, rats love to rip up plush objects, like insulation and lawn furniture, to stuff their nests.
These rodents also pose a significant danger to your health. Rats are notorious carriers of disease, spreading rat-bite fever, salmonella, tularemia, and hantavirus. Rats also host pests of their own, such as fleas and ticks, and can introduce secondary infestations onto your property.
Why It Is So Hard To Get Rid Of Rats On Your Own In Meridian
It is just about impossible for homeowners to get rid of rats on their own because most DIY methods for rat control fail to do more than kill a few individual rats. Snap traps, baits, and poisons work by killing one pest at a time. Considering how fast rats reproduce, the effectiveness of traps is not strong enough to eradicate an infestation or make a significant dent in an invading population.
Prevention is a better solution. To make your home less attractive to rats, take the following measures:
- Keep all indoor and outdoor trash covered at all times.
- Never leave pet foods sitting out.
- Reduce water sources around your property (think birdbaths and kiddie pools).
- Store all foods either in the fridge or in hard plastic containers.
- Consider getting a cat or rodent dog, as rats will be less interested in infesting a home containing their natural predators.
- Seal cracks and holes in your home’s exterior to deny enter.
The Safe And Effective Rodent Control For Meridian Properties
The easiest and most cost-effective rat control method is to keep rats away. But this is usually much easier said than done. If you already have an army of rats setting up camp on your property, call the experts at Sawtooth Pest Control. We can get rid of rats on your property and make sure they stay away. Our reliable control treatments are efficient and safe. Contact us today and let us solve your rat problem.