Rodent Control Browns Plains,Gold Coast,Paradise Point, Coomera,Ormeau,Hope Island
Rats and mice are collectively known as rodents.
The species that become problematic in buildings throughout Australia are all introduced and have become well adapted to Australian conditions. They are:
- Norway rat (Rattus norvegicus) also commonly referred to as ‘Sewer or Brown rat’;
- Roof rat (Rattus rattus) also commonly referred to as ‘Black rat’; and
- House mouse (Mus musculus).
Anyone who has had a rat as a pet will tell you how cute and intelligent they are. We don’t deny it – our Operations Manager has a high level of respect for these clever creatures, yet takes great delight in outwitting them when they’ve decided they want to live in areas they are not welcome. This usually happens as the weather cools down and they seek warmer shelter – where their numbers start to multiply. Rodents can cause issues in buildings due to their ability to gnaw materials causing damage to structures and electrical wiring. They also eat food and urinate as they move through areas potentially transmitting disease.
Our rodent service includes:
- Species identification;
- Assessment of the problem and identification of any conditions conducive to rodents;
- Consultation and information about to best manage the problem;
- Initial trap setting or baiting; and
- Recommendations for ongoing monitoring and trapping or baiting.
Traps are the preferred option when rodent levels aren’t high and you want to catch them before the family grows and multiplies. Traps pose no toxicity issues and can be strategically placed in the rodents path. Baiting is best used for larger infestations – carefully selected to suit the situation and always placed in tamper proof stations.
Rats in particular can be very shy of anything “new” in their environment and so we often have to find ways to “trick” them into trusting the smell of a new “food” source before they will take a the baited “food” from the same location. These are the types of strategies we’ll use to help you get rat problems under control if you need to call on our services.
Your Questions Answered
How much does a rodent service cost?
Our prices start from $99 depending on the type of premises and the extent of the infestation. When servicing food establishments we prefer to schedule times outside opening hours to be able to check the premises effectively and ensure discretion.
How do I know whether I have rodents?
You may notice droppings under sinks, in cupboards, behind fridges or in drawers; the smell of their urine, chewed food packaging, nesting areas have been made using material or shredded paper, and damage to structures where they’ve chewed through to create access to indoor areas. You may also disturbed by the noise of their activity at night as they are active from dusk until dawn.
What can I do to avoid rodents?
- Exclude rodents from the premises if possible;
- Remove food sources: place all food into sealed containers, avoid leaving pet food out, wipe and sweep away fallen food and crumbs; and
- Remove materials that can be used for nesting.
- Seal gaps underneath doors, cupboards and around the home.