Rodent Control 101
Although some rodents may be intentionally welcomed into your home like your beloved hamster or a gerbil, many others are not. According to Britannica, rodents are the largest group of mammals with over 4,000 species. Given this sizable number, the presence of at least some of these rodents is likely to be found in your…
What Damage Can Rodents Do to Your Home?
While no one wants to find mice, rats or other rodents in their home, many underestimate the damage they can create. One serious concern about rodent infestations is the diseases these creatures can spread to your family and pets. These seemingly small creatures – all of which can breed and multiply quickly – may cause…
Can Rats Damage Your Car?
You’ve heard about rats building nests in your home and going through your garden, but there’s another place where these pests can wreck havoc – your car. In fact, rats gravitate toward your vehicle for its sense of safety. Its interior is out of the way and, more importantly, isn’t accessible by most predators. Additionally,…
How Rodents Affect Your Home’s Electrical System
When mice, rats and squirrels enter your home, they typically begin building their nests in your attic. In this location, you are less likely to notice them right away and the attic provides insulation through the colder months. The longer they live there, the more food and nesting materials they need, and their old habits…
How to Tell the Difference Between Mice and Rats
It’s every homeowner’s nightmare: You notice rodents in your home. Yet by size, you can’t tell if the uninvited guests are rats or mice. Although mice tend to be smaller, size is only one of several differentiating factors between these two rodents. Relation Across the globe, there are multiple species of rats and mice. Commonly,…
