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Rat Pest Control

All kinds of pests, from rats and rodents, to flies are harmful not only for the property but also the safety of its inhabitants. These seemingly harmless and insignificant creatures can be an absolute menace if left unchecked for long. Destroying the infrastructure of the place, spreading diseases, deteriorating the decor of the building are just a few of the many problems that a pest infestation can lead to. Yes, pests hold the power to shut down businesses, cancel licenses and terminate contracts- a scary scenario for any entrepreneur!

From commercial undertakings to personal houses, rats have taken over almost every living space available. A rat running around the house is a common sight for homemakers, though not a very pretty one. These creatures are notoriously famous for their destructive activities. Nibbling away the furniture, digging tunnels, and destroying curtains happen to be their forte. Don’t worry though, the pest control services at Perth got you covered. Read on to know all about our rat control techniques below:

Rats – Appearance and Lifestyle

Rats are small, furry, beady-eyed creatures that intrude your homes and leave nothing but destruction in their wake. They live like vagabonds and usually come out only at nights, scurrying around the property looking for food and water. Rats are smaller than moles but larger than mice, although many people often confuse the three pests. They are easily distinguished from their rodent peers by their exceptionally large incisor front teeth that can cut through almost everything. Moreover, rats breed really fast- it doesn’t take long for a couple of rats to become a huge hoard!

Rats can grow big and weigh as much as 500 grams or be really small and pass through the narrowest of tunnels easily. In Australia, the most common rat species are roof rats, rice rats, marsh rats, Norway rats, huge brown rats, bush rats, house rats and long haired rats. Each of these types has their own eating habits and preferences

Signs of Rat Infestation

There are numerous signs that indicate a rat infestation in your property, the most important and significant of them being when you observe a number of rats running about the house and damaging the furniture. Dark brown or black tapered rat droppings, mud trails, rub marks, scratching noises, rat tunnels and paw markings are other signs that shun light on the severity of the infestation.

In case you notice a couple of rats around the house you can curb them using simple home remedies and over-the-counter products. However, note that the solutions will be short term and probably doesn’t guarantee a long-term solution.

Home Remedies for Curbing Rats in the House

Owing to the hot and humid climate of Australia, rats are a common thing in Perth. However, just a few rats can cause enough mayhem to shake the very foundations of your home. Rats are also carriers of various disease causing germs and pathogens that can spread communicable infections such as plague, cholera, dysentery and several allergic reactions. It is mandatory that you take powerful steps to curb the infestation at home before you call in for professionals rather than leave the problem unattended.

Moth balls, ammonia, peppermint oil, pepper, bay leaves, onions, cow dung, baby powder and even wool are some of the most common DIY remedies that are readily available in almost every home. All of these fixtures hardly take about a couple of minutes to apply and the results are almost instantaneous! 

Professional Rat Control Strategies

You know it is high time you call in the professional rat control service when all home remedies fail to produce the desired results, i.e., exterminate the rats from the property. Rat removal Perth, with their years of experience and scientific pest control methods, can handle rat infestation irrespective of its severity. Mentioned below is the detailed explanation of all our services and how the pest control team works towards freeing your house from pests. 

The STOP System

The STOP system is an innovative and revolutionary mechanism developed by pest control agencies that ensure a systematic and thorough extermination of pests from the house without damaging the property or harming the members of the house. The process covers each aspect of the pest control operation right from the rat inspection services to the removal.