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Mice and rats are a problem when they find their way into your home. They like to be near humans so that they have a ready supply of food. This has earned them the term “commensal,” which means “to share one’s table.”

The class of creatures called “rodents” actually encompasses more than just mice and rats. It refers to any animal whose incisor teeth continue to grow, so they must continually gnaw in order to keep them serviceable.

There are more than 2,200 different rodents. Together they make up more than 40% of all mammals. In this group you will find: mice, rats, squirrels, capybaras, nutria, chipmunks, prairie dogs, and many more.

Removing rodents can sometimes be as easy as setting a mouse trap; but a larger infestation (especially with rats or larger rodents) can be larger issue. Rats are smart and can learn to avoid traps.

Rodents can carry up to thirty-five diseases that humans are susceptible to, which is another reason to eliminate them as soon as possible. Cleaning up after a rodent infestation also requires a great deal of caution.  The saliva, droppings, and urine from certain rodent species are known to transmit Hantavirus pulmonary syndrome (HPS).  Disturbing the nest can cause the dust to go airborne.     

Rodents can also do physical damage your home or business. They easily chew through some types of siding and other building materials. They are also known to chew on electrical lines, thereby increasing the possibility of fire. They damage other materials as well, creating holes and gnawing on numerous objects, especially food or food containers.

Removing rodents can be difficult. ARAB Termite & Pest Control will come out and do a thorough inspection of the structure and surrounding area.  This will help us determine the type and severity of the infestation. We will then form a strategy to eliminate the rodents from in and around the structure. This will include exclusion, baiting, trapping, and monitoring.  We will also customize a service plan  to protect your home or business from future infestations.  

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Don’t risk termite damage to your home. Contact ARAB Termite & Pest Control immediately if you suspect an infestation, or if you would like to schedule regular visits as a preventative measure. You and your home will be the better for it.

 

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