It’s a problem no one wants to have. The very thought of it send shivers down the spine of even the most experienced property owner. But it’s a reality that many of us have to face. We are Ottawa’s best pest control and we’re not afraid to say the three letter word, rat.
Do you smell a rat?
Rats are very smart and are good at hiding. If you have rats living in and around your home you’re not likely to see them, but if you keep your eyes and ears open you can easily spot the signs of a rat and deal with the problem before it becomes a full blown infestation.
Signs of a rat problem
One sure fire way to spot is a rat is their droppings. Rat droppings resemble large black grains of rice and can be found in loft or attic spaces near any exposed insulation, voids in walls, in and around kitchen and laundry room appliances or anywhere out of plain sight.
Look for chew marks on cardboard boxes, and greasy rub marks on lower walls, around baseboards and woodwork. Rat’s like to chew continuously, so listen for chewing and scratching noises at night when it’s quiet.
Trapping a rat
If you have one or more rats you could try to trap them, but it’s not easy. Rats are naturally skeptical about their environment. A newly placed rat trap is likely to be avoided for at least a few days so you may have to be patient.
Diseases and dangers of rats
The longer it takes to deal with a rats, the more rat droppings accumulate and the more dangerous it can become for you, your family, and pets. There are several diseases that can be transmitted either directly by rat droppings and bites, or indirectly by the ticks and mites that travel within their fur.
Take measures to remove rats immediately upon discovery. Rat Problems Can Be Dealt With in Ottawa ON call (613) 209-1880.
Remember, if and when you do catch a rat you’ll then be faced with the problem of what to do with it. It’s a dirty job that no one wants to do. Your best plan of attack against rats is to call in the professionals.
At Ottawa’s best pest control our technicians are trained on the best methods to safely handle and remove rats from your premises. We’re licensed, bonded, and insured so you can feel confident letting us into your home. Once there, we will get the job done right the first time, and arm you with the information you need to avoid any future infestations.
Your rat problem is our rat problem. Call us now. Our operators are standing by ready to take your call. We’ll answer any questions you have and set up your appointment right away.
But it’s good to know that rats can be dealt with in Ottawa, safely and effectively.
Now you can get on with other, more important things.
