Commercial rat control tips

Many businesses depend on a clean work environment to succeed. While poor sanitation is obviously one of the leading causes of rodent infestation, many other factors can contribute to this problem. Mice and other rodents can damage equipment and ruin merchandise. For many companies, a health code violation can harm their reputation or cause them to shut their doors.

If left untreated, rodents can multiply rapidly, particularly if food, water, and harborage are available. But food is not the only draw; rodents can get into warehouses to eat products and supplies. They can even cause damage to drywall, electrical wires, and furniture. All it takes is a small opening the size of a dime for a mouse or a rat to get into a building.

Roof rats have also become a growing problem in certain parts of the country. Once primarily found in Asia, these pests have now spread throughout the United States. In addition to chewing on materials and stored food, roof rats carry fleas and can leave behind waste.

Terminix Commercial has extensive experience in rodent control, using a variety of proven strategies to eliminate existing rodents and help keep others from entering the facility. Traps are by far the most important tools for controlling active rodent infestations. By quickly capturing rodents already in a facility, you can minimize the damage they cause.

Our trained technicians will also use bait stations for maintenance and prevention of future problems. The bait stations are primarily placed outside and positioned in a rodent's path to intercept them before they enter the facility. Each bait station can be bar-coded, and reports of rodent activity are available via our secure customer web portal. That way, you know exactly how well the pest control program is working while you manage other aspects of your business.

Finally, we use exclusion techniques to keep rodents out. Your Terminix technician will examine the facility to identify potential and active entry points, which can be sealed to inhibit rats and mice from getting into the building.

If you see a rodent at your facility, there is no time to waste. Terminix can take care of it quickly and safely with minimal disruption to your business. To learn more about how we can help with rodent control and other pest issues, talk to your Terminix commercial representative.