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Kingsteignton Rat Catchers and Pest Experts

Kingsteignton Rat Catchers (TQ12): Though it's not so common in these modern times, noticing rats in your garden or even inside your home in Kingsteignton is not really a pleasant thing to go through. One single rat sighting might not be that much of a concern, nonetheless, if you witness the presence of rats more regularly or spot more than one rat you could potentially be heading for trouble as they tend to reproduce so quickly.

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There are actually two kinds of rat which you may encounter in Kingsteignton, black rats and brown (common) rats. It is rather improbable that you'll ever come across a black rat, and if you have stumbled upon a rat fairly recently it is likely to have been one of the more commonplace brown rats (Rattus Norvegicus). Black rats (or ship rats) were common at one time and were responsible for the spread of the Great Plague during the 17th Century, they are relatively scarce now, though where they do occur they have good hearing, are superb climbers, and can produce between twenty and one hundred baby rats each year.

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The largest of the 2 rat breeds is the brown rat at approximately 9 inches, while the black rat (Rattus Rattus) only measures 5 to 7" long. Brown rats may cause damage because they've got to continually gnaw at things to prevent their teeth from growing too much. They particularly love to gnaw at wood.

Rat infestations can cause all kinds of issues for home owners and businesses in Kingsteignton, they'll gnaw through woodwork, insulation, pipes and wires, spread diseases, leave droppings, and build nests. The local authorities ought to be notified whenever rats are spotted. You may also report problems with rats on the .gov website HERE.

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You don't really need to observe rats to know of that they are there, because there are a number of signs that can warn you of their activity. Perhaps you might start seeing droppings on the floor or in cupboards, you might uncover a rat's nest in some out of sight location, you may come across distinctive rat holes gnawed into floorboards or skirting boards or you could hear scratching noises coming from a floor, wall or loft.

To manage this problem there are specific strategies that you could take. You could put down traps or poison yourself, you can bring in a pest controller who specialises in rat removal or you can get in touch with your local Kingsteignton environmental health department. There are no longer a lot of individuals nowadays who just specialize in rat catching, you are also able to contact them if you've got moles digging up your lawn or maybe a wasp nest in your attic. (Tags: Ratcatchers Kingsteignton, Pest Control Kingsteignton )

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Kinds of Rat

You'll only ever run into two kinds of rat in Kingsteignton and throughout the United Kingdom. The Black Rat and the Brown Rat.

The Brown Rat

In Kingsteignton, the rest of the British Isles and Continental Europe the most widespread kind of rat is the brown rat (street rat, sewer rat, common rat or Norwegian Rat (Rattus Norvegicus)), this is the kind you might see in your home or garden. The colouring of this rodent of the family Muridae varies between grey and brown, it grows to approximately 4" to 9" (with a similar length of tail) and has a weight of between 140 and 500 grammes. Now understood to have originally come from Central Asia (almost certainly China), the brown rat was once assumed to have arrived from Norway (hence its name). Brown rats are omnivores (consume anything) although their favourite foods are grains and cereals, they've got good hearing but poor eyesight, the female rats reach sexual maturity in about 5 weeks and may give birth to 5 litters each year (up to 14 pups in each litter), they climb well and dig a lot.

The Black Rat (Ship Rat)

The black rat, (Rattus Rattus) roof rat or ship rat is also not native to the United Kingdom, originally coming from Southeast Asia (most likely India). Thought to have been spread at the time of the Roman Empire, this rat possibly reached Continental Europe and Great Britain hidden in spice shipments. Very scarce nowadays in the UK, the black rat was for the most part driven out by the more dominant brown (common) rat. Weighing in at just 75g to 230g, the black rat reaches a length of 5-7 inches. Well known for passing on disease black rats have been the cause of typhus, Weil's disease, listeria, bubonic plague, toxoplasmosis, salmonella, trichinosis, tularemia and rat bite fever.

What Attracts Rats and Mice?

Although some folks in Kingsteignton might think they're rather cute with their twitchy whiskers, furry bodies and pointy faces, mice and rats aren't creatures that you want in your house or garden, and can actually be dangerous to have around. Rats and mice can cause damage to your home by chewing through skirting boards, electric cables, plastic and plasterboard, and are frequently to blame for fires and other problems. Between the two rats and mice can spread more than thirty types of diseases including conditions like typhus, Weil's disease, listeria, bubonic plague, toxoplasmosis, salmonella, trichinosis, tularemia and rat bite fever. Among the things that will certainly attract mice and rats to your garden and home are:

  • WATER - Busy little mice and rats need to drink, therefore water sources like dripping sprinkler systems, pet bowls, leaky pipes and birdbaths are a big temptation for these unwelcome pests.
  • COMPOST/PET WASTE - Incredibly pet waste and even piles of compost can attract rodents - they'll find some tasty titbits hidden in there!
  • FOOD - Food that's left lying around or discarded is perhaps the main attraction for mice and rats.
  • HOLES AND ENTRY POINTS - Mice and rats can crawl through the tiniest of cracks and holes, so be on the lookout for spaces around crawl spaces, doorways, pipes and vents.
  • RUBBISH - Accumulations of junk and garden waste piled up on your property (especially in the garden) will certainly attract rats and mice.
  • CLUTTER - General jumble and clutter in an attic, outbuilding or cellar will be especially attractive to rodents, particularly if there is a food source close by.

Reporting Rats

Here's a little more information on a topic that we touched on previously. If you notice rats in a neighbours garden, in your own garden or in a public place it is a great idea to inform the local authority Environmental Health Department. Occasionally local councils will sort out issues with rats at no cost, however if you have other pest infestations for example cockroaches, wasps and bed bugs they will very often charge you. You can check out the .gov webpage HERE to report rat sightings. Click HERE to arrange your local rat catcher and get the problem sorted quickly.

Rat Poisons

What some may consider a horrible solution to eliminating rat infestations is by poisoning. Wholewheat grains are laced using a poisoned chemical and left for the rats to ingest, it then takes them several days to die. When its set in the perfect position within an area where rats have been spotted, this poison can fairly quickly exterminate a large number of rats. The substances that are used in rat poison includes: brodifacoum, difenacoum or bromadioline. You need to be extremely careful to keep these poisons away from dogs and cats. Brands of rat poison made in Great Britain include: Elixir Gardens, Propest, Roshield, Rentokil, RatKil and Pest Expert.

General Pest Control in Kingsteignton

Maintaining a pest-free environment and safeguarding your property and health necessitate the implementation of general pest control. In the process, one must prevent and manage common pests such as spiders, rats, cockroaches, ants and flies. Pest control measures that are known to help include routine inspections, maintaining cleanliness, proper waste management, sealing potential entry points, and utilising traps or insecticides when needed. Integrated Pest Management (IPM) techniques place emphasis on sustainable and environmentally friendly approaches, aiming to reduce chemical usage. By implementing extensive pest control practices, folks in Kingsteignton can create a safer and healthier living or working environment for themselves and those around them. These strategies don't just sort out existing pest issues but also provide a proactive defense against future infestations, ensuring long-term pest-free surroundings. (88442 - General Pest Control Kingsteignton)

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When you have a problem with rats in Kingsteignton you may possibly try to resolve it yourself - and of course plenty of homeowners in Kingsteignton do choose that plan of action. There are a host of products offered to help you to achieve this and you can acquire rat traps, rat poisons and other products in hardware stores, supermarkets and shops in and around Kingsteignton. A professional rat exterminator in Kingsteignton is however the preferred person for the job, seeing as eliminating rats isn't necessarily as simple as you may imagine. Because of the dangers to pets and children, the rookie's use of rat poison isn't recommended, and it's not always successful in any case. You'd be far better off enlisting the help of an expert when you want rat control in Kingsteignton.

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