Effective Rodent Control: Eliminate Mice & Rats in Your Home
We don’t just treat rodents, we prefer to help you get rid of and prevent them altogether. With Aruza’s four step approach, here is how we work together to solve a rodent problem:
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Customer Interview:
We speak with you to identify sightings/problem areas -
Property Inspection:
We inspect your property further to identify key targets.
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Identify:
We will locate rodent attractants, nesting material, etc -
Educate & Consent:
Provide advice and seek consent to begin treatment.
Evicting Rodent Roommates: How to Get rid of Rodents
In the world of unwanted guests, rodents sit at the top of the list. From property damage and disease spread to fire hazards, these gnawing nuisances can turn your home and kitchen into a horror story. But fear not, the one thing I hate more than a messy kitchen is a messy kitchen with rodents in it – here are some helpful facts and tips about rats and mice.
Meeting the Miscreants: Identify Rodents
Small but mighty, rodents are mammals with an arsenal of sharp teeth and claws. From the small house mouse to the larger brown rat, rodents are an incredibly diverse group found globally across a plethora of habitats. From rural kitchens with film crews documenting the life of a rodent chef to the bustling streets of New York City – rats have found a variety of ways to live alongside us.
Why Rodents are Dangerous:
Rodents are not merely a minor nuisance; they can be downright destructive. Here’s why:
Property Damage: Rodents gnaw on wires, insulation, and other materials, causing structural damage, electrical malfunctions, and even fire hazards. Think of them as the uninvited remodelers of your house who definitely did not get a permit beforehand.
Disease Spreaders: Just as a bad restaurant could give you food poisoning, rodents could give you salmonella, typhus, hantavirus, and more. These diseases spread through contact with rodent droppings, urine, or saliva. Even worse is these diseases can be spread through the air if you recently vacuumed or swept dust with rodent feces.
Annoying Tenants: They steal food, make noise, and leave messes around, basically turning your lovely home into a miniature (f)rat house party.
Dealing with Rodent Infestations:
Want to know the secret recipe to getting rid of rodents? Here goes:
- Identify the Culprit: Just like knowing your ingredients is key to a good dish, knowing your rodent type is essential to effective rodent control. Different rodents, different strategies.
- Seal the Entrances: Rodents can squeeze through tiny gaps and cracks, gaining access to your home.
- Set the Traps: There’s a wide variety of traps available in the pest control aisle. Be sure to choose the right one for your specific rodent.
- Call the Exterminator: Even if you only see one mouse, it’s quite likely that there are many more where that came from. It’s always best that you call pest control experts to assist you in dealing with a rodent problem to ensure the safety of your home, pets, and children.
Where we Treat:
Aruza proudly provides rodent pest control to Charlotte NC, Greensboro NC, Greenville SC, Charleston SC, Greenville SC, Raleigh NC, and Orlando FL.
