Pest Control Newton Abbot

Although neither of the 2 rat types currently seen in the United Kingdom are natives of these islands, they have certainly thrived since they arrived here. The brown rat is especially common while the black (ship) rat isn't so much so nowadays. Both of these varieties originated in Asia and got to the British Isles on boats (as stowaways).

Brown rats are ordinarily larger than black rats (Rattus Rattus) and weigh up to half a kilo, with a length of about 9". Brown rats cause destruction because they need to continually gnaw on things to stop their teeth from growing too much. Their attention is often focused on things made of wood.

An infestation of rats may cause all sorts of issues for business owners and householders throughout Newton Abbot, they leave droppings, transmit disease, gnaw through woodwork, pipes, wires and insulation, and get up to all sorts of mischief. Any sightings of rats ought to be reported to the local council. It's also possible to report rat sightings on the .gov website online HERE.

You may not need to physically observe rats to know of that they're there, since there are a range of revealing signs that will warn you of their presence. It is possible you might spot rat holes gnawed in floorboards or skirtings, you could hear scratching coming from a loft, wall or floor, you might uncover a rat's nest in some out of sight location or you may start seeing droppings in cupboards or on the floor.

In order to have this situation dealt with correctly it is advisable to get a professional. You could get in contact with your local authority or get hold of a professional Newton Abbot pest controller or rat catcher yourself. In the good old days, rat catchers used to be precisely that, but presently they're termed pest control experts and will not just be happy to help with rat problems but also removing mice, wasps, ants, moles, cockroaches and many more. (Tags: Rat Catcher Newton Abbot, Pest Control Newton Abbot )

Rats - How to Spot Them: When you've got an idea that you may have rats in your home or business, there are a variety of means by which you can find out. You can pay attention to gnawing in cables, wires and wood, particularly in attics, try to find tail trails or footprints on loose soil or in dusty areas, listen closely for scratching noises coming from roofs and walls, especially during the night, keep an eye out for droppings (faeces), they look like large grains of rice and are dark brown in colour, watch for rub marks on skirtings and walls where greasy fur has left marks, be on the lookout for burrows or holes adjacent to solid objects.

Burrows: The one thing which rats love to do is dig and burrow, and their favoured place to dig is beside solid objects or structures such as garages, walkways, shed bases and terraces. Rats dig out extensive systems of burrows that provide shelter, a nesting place and food storage. A sure sign of a rat burrow is usually a hole with smooth sides next to a solid structure, where the motion of hairy bodies have polished and rubbed the burrow entrance. If you notice holes but aren't certain if they're made by rats, they will typically be two to four inches across. A great way to ascertain if rats currently using the burrow is to chuck a bit of stuff into the hole and check if it's been cleared the following day.

What Attracts Rats and Mice?

While some people in Newton Abbot might consider them rather cute with their pointy faces, twitching whiskers and furry bodies, mice and rats are definitely not animals that you want living in your home or garden, and they can even be dangerous to have around. Mice and rats can cause damage to your home by nibbling through electrical wires, plastic, skirting boards and plasterboard, and are quite often to blame for fires and other problems. More than 30 different types of disease can be spread by rats and mice including conditions like trichinosis, rat bite fever, Weil's disease, tularemia, typhus, bubonic plague, listeria, toxoplasmosis and salmonella. Many different things will attract rats and mice to your home or garden including:

• WATER - Rats and mice need to drink like any other creature, subsequently water sources such as pet water bowls, birdbaths, seeping sprinkler systems and leaking pipes are a big temptation for these unwanted pests.
• CLUTTER - General clutter in an outbuilding, basement or loft space will be particularly attractive to rodents, particularly if there's a source of food close by.
• RUBBISH - Accumulations of garbage and garden rubbish heaped up on your property (particularly in the garden) will obviously attract rodents.
• HOLES AND ENTRY POINTS - Mice and rats can crawl through the tiniest of cracks and holes, so be on the lookout for spaces around doorways, piping, roof vents and crawl spaces.
• PET WASTE/COMPOST - Surprisingly pet waste and even piles of compost can be attractive to rats and mice - there are plenty of tasty titbits hiding in there!
• FOOD - Food left discarded or lying around is one of the principal attractions for rats and mice.

Clearly rat infestations are not only a problem in Newton Abbot, they are just as likely to occur in West Ogwell, Netherton, Milber, Wolborough, Penn Inn, Highweek, Ogwell, Two Mile Oak, North Wilborough, East Ogwell, Wilborough, Abbotskerswell, Combeinteignhead and additional locations in Devon and nearby.

Having a problem with rats in Newton Abbot is something that most of us fear, and when this happens to you, the temptation might be to try to solve it yourself. There are loads of products currently available to help you to achieve this and you'll find rat traps, rat poisons and other similar products in hardware stores, shops and supermarkets in the Newton Abbot area. Hiring a specialist Newton Abbot rat exterminator would however be a better idea, unless you know precisely what you're up to, because the correct procedure isn't always the most obvious one. On account of the risks to pets and children, the novice's use of rat poisons is not really encouraged, and it isn't always beneficial in any case. If you know what is better for you, use a specialist rat control service in Newton Abbot for solving your rat problems. (Tags: Rat Exterminator Newton Abbot, Rat Removal Newton Abbot, Rat Control Newton Abbot)

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