Rodents are beyond unsightly, they are carriers of dangerous diseases and pose a significant threat to your home. They contaminate food, damage appliances, and can even viciously bite you when threatened. Understanding their behaviour and habits is crucial to exterminating them effectively.
Understanding their behaviour is key to preventing an infestation.
Despite urban living conditions, rats and mice can be a real problem here. Norway rats, roof rats, and house mice live amongst us, and each one causes different issues. That is why everyone must take steps to keep these pests out of our homes and neighbourhoods.
Protect your home by knowing where rodents hide. Rodents build nests in locations that provide food, water, and shelter. Norway rats set up home inside sewers, drains, and areas near refuse collection. The leaner roof rats favour elevated spaces, such as ceilings, attics, and rooftops. House mice, on the other hand, nest directly inside your home, in walls, furniture, and storage boxes.
Rodents can carry both germs and bacteria, making them a serious health threat to all residing in your home. They are also capable of causing significant damage to electrical wires and pipes, putting your family and property at risk.
Rats constantly gnaw to keep their teeth sharp. This gnawing damages electrical wires, water pipes, and structural materials, leading to fires or burst water pipes. If undetected or treated, they can destroy your property and create dangerous hazards while staying hidden from view
Rodents are dangerous carriers of disease, contaminating stored food and kitchen surfaces with their urine, droppings and saliva. They spread serious illnesses such as leptospirosis, salmonellosis, and hantavirus. These can cause severe health complications, and in some cases, even death
Rodents reproduce quickly, with some species producing litters every few weeks. A small infestation can escalate into a major problem in no time, increasing health risks and property damage. Early intervention is key to preventing large-scale infestations
Rats constantly gnaw to keep their teeth sharp. This gnawing damages electrical wires, water pipes, and structural materials, leading to fires or burst water pipes. If undetected or treated, they can destroy your property and create dangerous hazards while staying hidden from view
Rodents are dangerous carriers of disease, contaminating stored food and kitchen surfaces with their urine, droppings and saliva. They spread serious illnesses such as leptospirosis, salmonellosis, and hantavirus. These can cause severe health complications, and in some cases, even death
Rodents reproduce quickly, with some species producing litters every few weeks. A small infestation can escalate into a major problem in no time, increasing health risks and property damage. Early intervention is key to preventing large-scale infestations
You can tell if rodents are around your home by paying close attention. Check for gnaw marks on anything they are likely to chew on. Listen for rodent activity, especially at night when they are out looking for food and water. A musty, urine-like odour is another telltale sign of an infestation. If you notice any of these, it is likely that rodents have already made their way into your home.
Spotting a rodent, whether alive or dead, is a strong indication of an active infestation. If one is visible, others are likely nearby, hiding in dark spaces
Rodents are nocturnal and active at night. Scratching or rustling sounds in walls and ceilings, along with high-pitched squeaks, indicate movement and communication
Rodents have continuously growing teeth and must gnaw on surfaces to wear them down. Fresh bite marks on food packaging, furniture, wires, or wooden structures suggest their presence
Rodents leave behind tiny footprints and tail drag marks, especially in dusty areas. Sprinkling flour or powder in suspected areas overnight can help reveal their movement patterns
Rodents in your space? Let us handle them before they spread!
Servcare Services stops rodent infestations by inspecting your property, finding the rodents, removing them, and then preventing them from returning. We cover all bases to ensure you are protected.
Our specialists require a visual inspection of your home to identify rodent entry points, nesting areas, and food sources. We also keep an eye out for structural vulnerabilities in your property and environmental factors that will attract rodents.
Depending on the infestation level, our team can deploy bait boxes, traps, or rodenticides. Targeted solutions ensure effective rodent removal while minimising risks to pets and children.
Regular monitoring ensures your home stays rodent-free and prevents future infestations. For more high-traffic rodent areas, our specialists advise on sealing entry points.
These are housekeeping tips to help your household maintain proper sanitation and store food securely.
Don’t let rodents take over your home or business. Reach out today and get the help you need.