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What causes rodent infestation?

The most common causes of a rodent infestation are poor trash management practices, sanitation problems, access to pet food, and easy access to drinking water.

There are numerous reasons rodents may end up on your property. They are likely to contaminate your pantry and other living spaces if they do. Mice and rats are pests you don't want to be around, as they can carry infectious diseases, damage personal property, and reproduce quickly. Here's what you need to know about what causes them to infest structures and homes.

Rodents infest structures and homes primarily in search of food, water, and shelter. Here are the main factors that attract rodents:

1. Accessible Food:

Rodents are attracted to easily accessible food sources such as garbage, pet food, and pantry items. They are opportunistic feeders and will consume anything from grains to meat.

2. Food Storage:

Improperly stored food, such as food left out on counters or in non-airtight containers, can lure rodents.

3. Water Sources

Leaky Pipes and Faucets: Rodents need water to survive, and leaky pipes or faucets provide a constant water source.
Pet Water Bowls: Pet water bowls left out overnight can attract rodents.

4. Shelter and Nesting Materials

Warmth and Protection: Rodents seek out warm and secure places to nest, such as inside walls, attics, basements, and garages.
Nesting Materials: Easily accessible materials like paper, fabric, insulation, and plant debris can be used by rodents to build nests.

5. Structural Entry Points

Small Openings: Rodents can enter through very small openings, such as cracks, holes, and gaps in walls, floors, and foundations.
Unsealed Doors and Windows: Gaps around doors and windows can serve as entry points.

Rodent Control Solutions

Whether done professionally or independently by the homeowner, there are two main solutions for rodent control: traps and bait.

Traps – There are many traps available on the market, but snap traps and glue traps are the most popular.

Snap traps are inexpensive and efficient. Glue traps reduce the risk of hurting yourself by accidently getting snapped while rigging or placing the trap.

Baits – Baits are easy to use and leave very little (if any) mess.

Baits contain poison and should be placed in areas of possible rodent infestation, entry, etc. while being aware of pet and child access. Always for security protocol, it is recommended to use the (RBS) Rat bait station. These are boxes specially designed for you to place the bait inside. Rodents will go through the entry point eat from the bait and exit, the rat will be affected after.

After ingesting the poison, rodents typically die within 1 – 2 days. Every 1oz. of bait block can kill up to 10 rodents.

There are many things to consider when it comes to removing rodents from your home. If you have an infestation, it's important to make sure the job is done right the first time. Here at Econatura we pride ourselves on doing a discreet, safe and efficient job of eliminating rodents.

Signs of a rodent infestation

The average rodent sheds 70 droppings in 24 hours and urinates frequently to mark its territory. Rodents are erratic and sporadic eaters, nibbling on many food sources rather than taking repeated meals. They do not need water to drink, as they usually obtain sufficient moisture from their food.

Rodents also climb well and can get through very small spaces, so we recommend that you keep your gardens and trees properly trimmed, pruned and away from the roofs of your home or business.

Rodents can enter through open doorways, between cavity walls, gaps around pipes, air bricks.
Any opening larger than 5 mm could be a possible entry point. There are many ways.

Droppings

One of the first signs that homeowners notice is the presence of mice droppings. As mice like to stay away from open spaces, you might find these along your skirting boards or in your kitchen cupboards.

Alive or Dead Mice

Mice usually come out during the night as they like to remain hidden. But it is possible to see them during the day if their population is growing. If you see one running across your floor or spot a carcass, it is time to call Able Group.

Damage to Food Packaging

The biggest reason that mice will choose your house is if you leave food and open packaging within their reach. So, a significant sign that you have an infestation is if you notice damage to your food packaging.

Grease Marks

Mice have glands that produce a greasy oil that keeps their coats in good condition. So, as they move through your home, they will leave marks on the floor, skirting boards, or any other furniture that they brush up against.

Types of rodents in curacao

Rats are some of the world's most common and formidable pests: they damage and contaminate food, structures and human health. Although people don't often see actual rats, signs of their presence are relatively easy to identify.

Having a rat problem in your home is serious and should not be taken lightly. In addition to compromising the safety of your home and spreading disease and allergies, rats are also known carriers of destruction. The entire life cycle of rats, from their nesting habits to their feeding, is detrimental to people and property.

Here are two main species of rats that are likely to be inhabiting your business or home.

Roof Rats

These rats are slightly smaller than Norway rats. Unlike Norway rats, their tail is longer than their head and body combined. Roof rats are agile climbers and often live and nest above ground in bushes, trees, and dense vegetation such as ivy. In buildings, they are often found in enclosed or elevated spaces, such as attics, walls, false ceilings, and closets. The roof rat has a more limited geographic range than the Norway rat, preferring warmer, sea-influenced climates.
In areas where the roof rat is found, the Norway rat may also be present if food is plentiful, both Norway and roof rats can be found in the same locations.

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