What to Do About Rodents in Your Home

Not only are rodents such as rats and mice an annoyance, but they also pose significant health and safety risks. Rodents are a problem in Perth, both inside and outside homes or businesses, because of our climate and lifestyle. Knowing the hazards and signs of rodent infestations may help you to take appropriate action.

Why Rodents Are a Problem

Phobia and Fear

Rats and mice are a cause of great distress for many people, particularly when they run under the floor or scuttle in the roof. Rodents can be annoying just from the noise of them at nighttime, a phobia or not.

Disease Carriers

Rats and mice can harbour more than 35 diseases, such as leptospirosis and typhus, which can be spread by contact with rodent urine or droppings or infected fleas. Your family's health depends on keeping your home free of these carriers.

Food Contamination

Rats not only eat food, but they also urinate and excrete everywhere in it. The contaminated food needs to be thrown away in order to avoid spreading the sickness, meaning rodents need to be controlled, whether they are in residential or commercial kitchens.

Property Damage

Rats and mice gnaw incessantly to maintain their teeth. This can result in furniture, packaging, wiring, and other structures being damaged. Rodents may even shred materials to make a nest in your warehouse or cupboard.

Signs You May Have Rodents

Droppings

Fresh droppings are shiny and black. Their size, shape, and location can indicate whether rodents are currently active in your home.

Smear Marks

Rodents leave greasy marks along walls, around entry points, and on surfaces they frequently touch. These marks can help identify areas that need sealing.

Gnaw Marks

Chewed furniture, cupboards, and packaging are strong indicators of rodent activity.

Burrows

Rats dig burrows in soil, manure piles, or dense grass. Mice often nest indoors behind cupboards or inside furniture, while rats typically stay in roof spaces.

Sounds and Smell

Rodents are most active at night or early morning. Rats can sound like possums in your roof space. A sweet, lingering odour combined with urine stains is also a clear sign of infestation.

Stock Damage

Rodents eat about 10% of their body weight daily, but damage much more. Any chewed or contaminated food should be discarded immediately.

How to Protect Your Home

If you suspect a rodent infestation, it’s essential to act quickly. Professionals can inspect your property, treat affected areas, and provide prevention advice. Roof cavities and hidden spaces often need targeted treatment to eliminate these pests completely.

For Perth residents, Evo Termite Treatment Midland offers comprehensive pest control services in Midland and surrounding areas. Our experienced technicians provide thorough inspections and treatments for rodents, ensuring your home and family stay safe.

Feel free to contact us at (08) 6275 6592 or visit our website:

👉 https://evotermitetreatment.com.au/