Wednesday, February 7, 2018

Rats are destructive! They can be found chewing holes in your home, gnawing holes in walls, and chewing wiring which can cause damage to costly appliances. They can also spread diseases such as Hantavirus and Salmonellosis. Rats are likely present if you see evidence of gnawing marks, holes chewed in wood or walls, damaged food packaging or capsule shaped droppings. Rats may leave dirt, grease marks and rodent hairs on walls and floorboards. You may also see their footprints on a dusty surface. Look for nests or nesting materials in hidden areas and watch for burrows around the yard. Always wear a dust mask and rubber gloves when cleaning up the droppings. Do not sweep or vacuum the feces. The dust can cause illness. Dampen the area with a bleach and water solution before wiping up. Wear gloves to dispose of mice or rats and double wrap them before placing in a secure garbage container. Call tk pest control at 705-325-8239 or 1-877-325-8239 to deal with this problem!

Posted at 07:15 AM