Welcome back to the Loyalty Termite and Pest Control Podcast! I’m your host, Ceyron Cran, and today we’re tackling a pest that can cause serious damage and health concerns, especially as cooler weather approaches here in Newark, DE: rodents. Mice and rats are not just annoying; they can chew through wires, contaminate food, and spread diseases. But don’t worry, because with Loyalty, you have the ultimate strategy to evict these unwanted guests and fortify your home!
What makes Loyalty Termite and Pest Control uniquely equipped to handle rodents? It’s our strategic, multi-faceted approach to exclusion and control. We understand that effective rodent management goes beyond just setting traps. Our expert technicians meticulously inspect your property to identify all potential entry points, then implement robust sealing methods to prevent entry. We combine this with smart trapping and baiting techniques, always prioritizing safety, to ensure that your home becomes a fortress against these destructive invaders. We’re dedicated to comprehensive, lasting protection.
Rodents, whether mice or rats, are constantly seeking food, water, and most importantly, shelter. As outdoor food sources become scarce and temperatures begin to drop in the late summer and fall, your warm, inviting home becomes an irresistible target. They can squeeze through incredibly small openings – a mouse can fit through a hole the size of a dime, and a young rat through a quarter-sized gap!
Steps to Deal with Rodents:
Seal All Entry Points, Diligently: This is the absolute cornerstone of rodent control.Inspect your foundation: Look for cracks, gaps around pipes, and vents. Seal with concrete patch, steel wool (mice hate chewing through it!), caulk, or expanding foam.Check doors and windows: Ensure tight seals with weatherstripping and door sweeps. Pay attention to garage doors, especially gaps at the bottom.Seal utility line openings: Gaps around electrical conduits, plumbing, and HVAC lines.Cover all vents: Use hardware cloth (1/4 inch mesh) to cover attic, crawl space, and dryer vents.Eliminate Food & Water Sources: Make your home unappealing.Store food in airtight containers: This includes pet food.Clean up spills and crumbs immediately.Empty trash cans regularly: Use bins with tight-fitting lids.Fix leaky pipes and faucets: Eliminate water sources.Keep pet food and water bowls clean and put away overnight.Reduce Outdoor Harborage:Clear clutter: Remove woodpiles, brush piles, old tires, and debris from around your foundation.Trim vegetation: Keep shrubs and trees trimmed away from your home’s exterior.Use Traps (if you suspect existing activity): Snap traps can be effective for mice. Place them perpendicular to walls where rodents travel. However, trapping alone won’t solve a larger infestation.Expert Tip You Might Not Know:
Here’s an expert tip that’s often overlooked: Rodents use their whiskers as sensory organs to navigate along walls and crevices, especially in the dark. This is why you often see “rub marks” – greasy streaks – along baseboards or pipes where they’ve repeatedly traveled. When you’re inspecting for potential entry points or placing traps, pay close attention to these rub marks, as they indicate active pathways rodents are using. Sealing points along these pathways, or placing traps directly on them, will be far more effective.
Rodents reproduce rapidly, and a small problem can quickly become a large infestation, leading to significant damage and health risks. While DIY methods can help with minor issues, professional pest control is often essential for complete and lasting eradication. Loyalty Termite and Pest Control provides expert inspection, comprehensive exclusion, and strategic control plans to ensure your home remains a rodent-free zone.
Thanks for listening, and remember, a secure home is a rodent-free home! And for that ultimate peace of mind, call us today for a FREE 58-point inspection! That’s 302-386-3999 or visit us online at loyaltypest.com.
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