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If you’re dealing with a rodent problem at home, hiring a professional exterminator is your best bet. With their expertise, specialized equipment, and comprehensive strategies, professional exterminators provide solutions that other methods simply can’t match. Terminix rodent exterminators can assess the extent of a rat or mouse infestation, locate nests, and implement tailored plans to effectively eradicate rodents. Our rodent and wildlife exclusion service ensures all accessible entry points in your home are sealed to keep pests and wildlife out.

Professional exterminators

Unlike traps or poisons, which might only tackle individual rodents or parts of an infestation, our experts offer long-term solutions by addressing root causes and providing ongoing support and guidance to prevent future issues.

Rodent traps are designed to catch or kill individual rodents, such as rats and mice, and are useful for monitoring their presence. However, they require frequent checking, which can be time-consuming and tricky for homeowners. Improperly positioned or unchecked traps can become ineffective or hazardous to pets and children. Traps also don’t address fundamental issues like entry points or food sources, meaning the infestation might quickly return. As a result, relying solely on traps is often not enough for effective rodent control.

Rodent traps

Rodent traps are tools designed to capture or eliminate rodents like rats and mice. They are ideal for tackling individual rodents or determining their presence. However, once set, they need constant checking, which can be demanding and difficult for homeowners. If traps aren’t strategically placed or routinely inspected, they might lose effectiveness or pose dangers to pets and children. Moreover, traps don’t resolve the underlying issues such as entry points or food sources, allowing infestations to return quickly. Therefore, traps alone often fall short in providing complete rodent control.

Rodent baits and poisons

Rodent baits and poisons are formulated to entice and eliminate rodents, but they carry safety hazards, especially to pets, children, and unintended wildlife if mishandled. These substances have a delayed effect after consumption, meaning a noticeable decrease in rodent activity might not be immediate, and dead rodents could end up in inaccessible areas, leading to foul odors. Like traps, baits and poisons primarily target individual rodents without addressing the infestation’s root cause. Hence, new rodents might continue to invade or multiply. Baits and poisons can complement rodent removal efforts but should be used alongside other professional extermination techniques.