How to Get Rid of Rats

If you’re looking for tips and tricks on how to get rid of rats, you have probably noticed them in your home. Rats rank as one of the most destructive pests ever to exist. Due to their elusive behavior, rats have a global distribution except for the Arctic Circle and Antarctica. Their ability to adapt easily to new areas has kept this pest around for many years because are intelligent, agile, and persistent.

Rats can transmit diseases, trigger certain disorders, and will readily destroy virtually any kind of material through constant gnawing. They will nibble and damage plastic, wood, aluminum, or even concrete. This gnawing habit can make it difficult to prevent rats from infesting your property. Here are a few ways to get rid of rats:

Here are 5 ways to keep rats away from your property:

1. Regular sanitation

Unnecessary clutter and garbage will attract rats to your property. Always clean up your surroundings, mow the lawn, and take out your garbage often. Position trash cans away from your property and keep them well-covered.

2. Do a thorough inspection

Do a full examination of your property and its surroundings. This will help to detect potential entry and exit points for rats. Look out for vents, cracks, crevices, and damaged drains around your property. If you can’t find any, don’t hesitate to seek the services of a professional.

3. Close up any openings

Rats can chew through plastic, wood, and soft metal. Plug gaps with wire wool, hard metal, and concrete. Also, spaces in windows, screens, and doors are entry points. Ensure you always close doors and windows to keep rats out.

4. Try rat repellents

Rats rely on their sense of smell to find food and shelter. This means you can treat holes with natural repellents such as crushed hot pepper or peppermint oil before blocking them. Pepper scent is repulsive to rats and will help to keep them away. You can also try white vinegar, ammonia, or citronella oil.

5. Use traps and baits

Traps and baits are effective ways to eliminate rats. Rats are cautious and will avoid suspicious-looking food like baits. Understanding rat behavior will help you to know how to use traps to your advantage. You can use baits and traps separately or combined. Consider calling an expert to guide you on how to use rat baits. A well-positioned bait station will lure a rat to consume it and slowly kill the pest while traps work differently by holding the rat in one place.

When to Call a Rat Removal Company

The services of a professional rat removal company may be necessary. While rat traps can be helpful in getting rid of one or two rats, they aren’t as effective at getting rid of an infestation. Additionally, while rat traps get rid of rats, they don’t prevent them from returning. You may need a full-service rate removal company to keep them from entering. Solidified Pest Control has all the tools and resources you need to get rid of your rat problem. Contact us today at (248) 820-3057.

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