Rodents Rats Removal Toronto

How to Detect Possible Rodent Infestation

Provided you know what to look for, identifying a possible rodent infestation can be quite simple. Sights, smells, and sounds could all be possible signs of a rodent infestation. Because rats are nocturnal, you are likely to hear sounds of activity at night. The most obvious indicators include scratching/climbing sounds and patterns of paws on the walls.

You may know that rats have invaded your living space because of the pungent smell of their lairs. The most common sign of rodent infestation is the visuals. You may see mice or rat droppings near food sources, especially in the kitchen. You may also notice gnawed wood or baseboards.

It is common for rats to create and leave rat holes. You could find rat holes anywhere, including closets, between walls and floorboard, or attic. Rats also leave behind a trail of dirt, urine, feces, and other garbage.

If you have a family pet, like a dog or cat, it is even easier to identify a rodent infestation. For example, if you notice that your cat is constantly interested in a certain spot in your home, you could have a family of rodents nearby. You should contact pest control experts immediately if you start noticing signs of an infestation. At PestLine, we provide effective rodent removal in Toronto at an affordable cost.

How Rats and Rodents Can Be Harmful?

Especially when aggravated, rats could scratch or bite humans. Most people have heard of the bubonic plague that was transmitted by rats. People contracted the bubonic plague after being bitten by fleas from rats. There hasn’t been a plague breakout in North America since 1925. However, scientists continually study fleas from rats to determine their potential to carry and transmit diseases. Rat scratches and bites could also cause rat fever.

If you have rats roaming in your home, they could possibly be leaving urine and feces on food surfaces and in your storage areas. Rat feces could contain parasites, including bacteria that could cause lymphocytic choriomeningitis (LMC). LMC is a dangerous and life-threatening disease in humans. Rats can also transmit leptospirosis, Cutaneous Leishmaniasis, and Colorado Tick Fever, which are also serious diseases in humans.

In addition to causing diseases, rodents could also cause damage to property. Rodents, especially rats, are known to gnaw on anything. Throughout its lifespan, a rat’s teeth continue to grow. Therefore, rats chew things to file their teeth down. Rats will chew your electric wiring, baseboards, table legs, the bottom of your cupboards, and anything else they lay their teeth on. The damage caused by rats can add up very fast.

How Pest Control Can Help You with Rodent and Rat Removal in Toronto

You can rely on a pest control company for Toronto rodent removal to eliminate pests without causing damage to your house if you already have a rodent problem. Rodents typically conceal themselves in basements, attics, or tiny crawl spaces. If not done by experts, this can result in a messy removal. You don’t need to wreck your home attempting to get rid of these creatures on your own; get a professional rat removal Toronto expert to do it instead.  The possible health impacts a mouse infestation in your house could have on you or your pets warrant prompt treatment. At PestLine, we have experienced experts who can help you get rid of pests effectively.