It’s unsettling to find evidence of a rodent in your house, or even worse see a mouse or a rat in your home! So today, we’re going to go over some of the most common mistakes people make to help you avoid making them and having to call Colorado Pest Management (we’re always here when you need us, though!).
Not Keeping Food & Trash Secure
Not keeping food and trash secure is a common mistake most make when trying to control rodents. Keeping a lid on your trash can (indoors and outdoors) will help to keep rodents out of your yard and home. Storing your food in air-tight storage containers in the kitchen, or anywhere you keep food, helps as well. Leaving pet food unsecured and bird seed out is another way to invite these rodents into your home as well, leaving you to call for rodent control.
Not Keeping Your Home’s Exterior Clean
A messy yard is a haven for attracting unwanted wildlife and rodents. Having rotting fruits and veggies from the garden, leaves, and debris strewn about will make it harder to identify potential rodent issues. Plus, a well-kept yard makes it easier to spot if you have unwanted guests making their way into your home.
Treating Without Knowing the Cause
It’s very tempting to treat a rodent infestation without knowing exactly how they’re in your home. Do some investigative work to identify what is causing the rodents to come into your home and you’ll be ahead of the game. Some things to look out for include: any gaps in the foundation, HVAC lines going into the house, and windows that don’t shut properly. Any small gap that rodents can wiggle through.
Not Using Professional Pest Solutions
A professional rodent control service has the proper training, experience, and tools at your disposal to identify and manage your potential rodent problem with ease. Not only will we perform an inspection, but we will also come up with an effective solution tailored just for you. Colorado Pest Management is here to help with rodent removal.
Your home is your haven, but that doesn’t mean it should also be a haven for unwanted rodents! Call Colorado Pest Management for a free consultation and keep your home rodent-free.