Roof rats actually like living outside of the home, as opposed to Norway rats. They are well adapted to this lifestyle, and they are less common in home infestations. However, this does not mean that the rest of your property…
Rats might be disgusting, but they are smart creatures. They have to be in order to survive, and their intelligence usually shines through when we try to get an infestation under control. Let’s take a look at how rat intelligence…
Rat infestations can get pretty serious. In fact, even one rat in the home is bad news, but when they swell in numbers, rats can be a dangerous hazard. So just how long does it take for a rat infestation…
When it comes to rats, two species are the most common in home infestations – roof and Norway rats. Let’s take a look at how these two species differ and how they are controlled when they infest a home. Appearance…
Norway rats and mice are the two most common household rodent pests that you might have the displeasure of encountering. In this article, we’re going to cover these two species and the differences between them. The Norway rat The Norway…
Norway rats are the most common rat species in home infestation in the US. They are also known as brown rats, which is reflective of their appearance – they have brown fur with a gray/white underbelly. They are also quite…
Rats do not just eat your food and leave droppings all over the place. They also have the ability to spread a variety of diseases through droppings, urine, parasites, and direct contact. This is why it’s important to take immediate…
There are many methods to eliminate rats, including traps, poisons and prevention efforts. However you might be wondering how long it will take to remove an infestation using these methods? Let’s find out. How long does it take for rats…
Even if you eliminate rats from your home, odds are that they will return at some point in the future. This is especially true in winter when rats begin to invade homes looking for shelter and food. However, if you…
One of the main threats posed by Norway rats is the spread of disease. Since they are dirty animals that scavenge through garbage, travel through sewers, and have parasites, they are able to carry a wide variety of diseases, with…
Why Norway Rats Aren’t Taking The Bait If you want to get a rat infestation under control, using the right bait is essential. If you use the wrong type of bait, the rats will not be drawn to your traps,…
