Rodents such as mice and rats may seem like minor nuisances, but having them in your home or business can lead to significant damage, health risks, and ongoing frustrations. These sneaky and destructive pests are incredibly resourceful, which makes them challenging to deal with without professional help. Here are some not-so-fun facts about these pests that will make you want to keep them far, far away (don’t worry, we’re here to help with that!).
1. They’re always chewing—on everything!
Rodents’ teeth grow continuously throughout their lives, which is why they gnaw on anything they can find. This includes wood, plastic, wires (a serious fire hazard), and even concrete. Their chewing can result in expensive structural damage.
2. They can squeeze through impossibly small spaces.
Mice can squeeze through holes as small as a dime, and rats can fit through spaces the size of a quarter. Even small gaps in your home can provide them with entry points.
3. They reproduce rapidly.
A single pair of mice can produce up to 60 babies in just one year. Rats? They can have 6-12 pups per litter, up to seven times a year. That means hundreds of rodents in a short amount of time if left unchecked.
4. They’re dirty—and they spread disease.
Rodents are known carriers of diseases like hantavirus, salmonella, and leptospirosis. They can also bring fleas, ticks, and mites into your home, posing even more health risks.
5. They contaminate more food than they eat.
Rodents aren’t just nibbling on your pantry snacks—they’re ruining them. It’s estimated that rodents contaminate 10 times more food than they actually consume.
6. They can climb and swim.
Think rodents only stick to ground level? Think again. Rats can climb walls, jump several feet, and even swim through sewer pipes into toilets. (Yes, you read that right.)
7. They are nocturnal and elusive.
Rodents are most active at night, making it easy for them to go unnoticed until an infestation has already developed. Common signs include droppings, scratching sounds, and gnaw marks.
8. They’re smarter than you think.
Rats are highly intelligent and can learn to avoid traps if they’ve encountered them before. They’ll even send the younger rats to test out new food or areas to ensure it’s safe.
9. They leave “scent trails.”
Rodents have poor eyesight, so they rely on their sense of smell to navigate. As they move, they leave behind greasy trails of fur and body oils, which other rodents follow.
10. They thrive year-round.
While they may seem more active in colder months as they seek warmth and food indoors, rodents can cause problems in any season. Prevention and consistent monitoring are key to avoiding infestations.
What Can You Do About It?
Protect Your Home with Eco Pest’s Rodent Control Program
Now that you know how destructive and invasive rodents can be, the next step is taking action. The first thing to determine is whether you have an active internal infestation or if the issue is external, with rodents overrunning your property. Eco Pest offers tailored solutions for both scenarios to ensure comprehensive rodent control and prevention.
For Internal Infestations
When rodents are inside your home, it’s crucial to act quickly and effectively. Here’s how our internal trapping program works:
1. Comprehensive Inspection
We conduct a thorough inspection of your home to identify potential entry points and provide maintenance suggestions to prevent future access.
We also look for droppings, trails, and other signs of harborages to determine where rodents may be hiding.
2. Strategic Trapping
Using a combination of traps and commercial-grade food attractants, we strategically place traps in key locations to effectively capture rodents.
3. Ongoing Monitoring
Our team conducts diligent re-inspections and trap checks to ensure traps are working as intended.
We reposition traps as needed to maximize their efficacy.
For External Rodent Problems
If rodents are overrunning your property, our external trapping program focuses on preventing nesting and keeping them from moving indoors.
1. Property Assessment
We evaluate your property’s layout and provide landscaping recommendations to eliminate potential harborages for external nesting.
2. Rodent Box Placement
We recommend installing rodent bait boxes in discrete locations around your property for optimal coverage.
If you already have rodent boxes, we can augment or reposition them to ensure they’re providing effective control.
3. Continuous Monthly Baiting Program
To maintain year-round protection, we provide a continuous baiting program that prevents outbreaks and keeps rodent populations under control.
Whether you’re dealing with an internal infestation or an external problem, Eco Pest’s tailored approach ensures your home and property are protected. From trapping and inspections to preventive measures and ongoing monitoring, we have the expertise and solutions to keep rodents at bay.
📞 Contact us today at 296-7378 (PEST) or 📧 email info@ecopestbermuda.com to learn more about our programs and get started.
Don’t let rodents take over—take the first step toward a pest-free home today! 🐭❌