Rodents leave behind telltale signs that indicate their presence. These signs can include:

• Droppings: Small, dark droppings found near food sources, in drawers, cupboards, and under sinks.
• Gnaw Marks: Rodents constantly gnaw on objects to keep their teeth sharp. Look for chew marks on food packaging, wires, and wooden structures.
• Nesting Materials: Shredded paper, fabric, and plant matter used for nesting.
• Unusual Noises: Scratching, squeaking, or scampering sounds, especially at night.
• Footprints: Rodents often leave tracks in dusty areas.
• Grease Marks: Oily rub marks along walls and floors from their fur.

Professional rodent control offers several advantages over DIY methods, especially when dealing with different types of rodents like rats and mice:

• Expert Inspections: Professionals can identify the extent of the infestation and the specific type of rodent, allowing for targeted treatments.
  • Rats: Typically larger, more cautious, and often found in lower levels of buildings. They can cause significant structural as well as electrical damage and require robust exclusion techniques.
  • Mice: Smaller, more curious, and often found in hidden, cluttered areas. They can squeeze through tiny gaps, necessitating meticulous inspection and sealing of entry points.
• Effective Solutions: We use industry-approved techniques and products that are more effective and safer than over-the-counter options.
• Preventative Measures: Professionals provide comprehensive prevention strategies to keep rodents from returning.
• Safety: Proper handling of rodenticides and traps ensures the safety of your family and pets.
• Long-Term Results: Our integrated pest management approach ensures lasting control and prevention.

Yes, while both are rodents, they have different behaviours and habitat preferences that require different strategies:

• Rats:
  • Behaviour: Rats are more cautious and tend to explore new environments slowly. They prefer lower levels of buildings and are excellent climbers.
  • Control Methods: We use larger traps, strategically placed bait stations, and robust exclusion techniques to handle their larger size and more destructive gnawing habits.
  • Detection: Signs include larger droppings, gnaw marks on wood and electrical wires, and greasy tracks along walls.
• Mice:
  • Behaviour: Mice are curious and more likely to explore new objects and environments quickly. They prefer nesting in hidden, cluttered areas.
  • Control Methods: We use smaller traps, customised bait stations, and detailed inspections to locate and seal entry points due to their ability to squeeze through tiny gaps.
  • Detection: Signs include smaller droppings, gnaw marks on softer materials like food packaging, and nesting materials in hidden areas.

Our rat control process includes:

• Detailed Inspections: Identifying entry points, nesting sites, and food sources.
• Strategic Trap Placement: Using larger traps and bait stations where rat activity is most significant. Placement focuses on areas like basements, attics, and along exterior walls.
• Physical Exclusion: Sealing entry points with durable materials like metal mesh and concrete to prevent re-entry. We also use rodent-proof barriers around vulnerable areas.
• Environmental Management: Providing recommendations to eliminate food sources and harbourage areas specific to rat behaviour, such as securing trash bins and removing debris.

For mice infestations, we employ:

• Thorough Inspections: Locating all potential nesting sites and entry points, including small cracks and crevices.
• Targeted Trapping: Using smaller, more sensitive traps and bait stations suited for mice. Placement focuses on areas like kitchens, behind appliances, and inside cupboards.
• Exclusion Techniques: Sealing tiny gaps and openings with materials like steel wool and caulking to prevent mice from entering your property.
• Continuous Monitoring: Regularly checking for new signs of activity and adjusting strategies as needed.

Yes. We prioritise your family's and pets' safety by using environmentally friendly and non-toxic methods whenever possible. We thoroughly explain all procedures and safety measures before any treatment.

The timeframe for rodent control can vary depending on the severity of the infestation:

• Initial Results: You may start seeing results within a few days to a week.
• Complete Eradication: Full control typically requires multiple visits to ensure all rodents are eliminated.
• Long-Term Effectiveness: Continuous monitoring and preventive measures are essential to keep your property rodent-free.

Yes, rodents can return if preventive measures are not maintained. To minimise the risk of re-infestation, we recommend:

• Regular Inspections: Schedule inspections at least once a year. However, if you live in an area prone to rodent infestations or have experienced problems before, more frequent inspections may be necessary.
• Sanitation: Maintain cleanliness and eliminate food sources.
• Sealing Entry Points: Regularly check and seal potential entry points.

Follow prevention measures such as sealing entry points, storing food properly, managing waste, improve sanitation, and modify landscaping to reduce harbourage areas. Regular inspections can also identify potential risks early.

We recommend annual inspections as a preventive measure, with more frequent inspections needed if you have experienced a previous infestation or live in an area prone to rodent activity. Regular inspections help with:

• Early Detection: Identify signs of rodent activity before it becomes a significant problem.
• Preventive Measures: Implement early interventions to prevent infestations.
• Peace of Mind: Ensure your property remains secure and rodent-free.