General:Rodents can become invasive in homes, and destructive
Size:Varies; 5 to 40 cm
Colour:Varies; grey, dark brown-grey, light colored belly
Commonly found:In basements, kitchen, wall structure, attic and exterior
FAQ
1.
What should I know about rodents?
Rats & mice are considered commensal rodents, since they benefit from their proximity to humans.
Under favorable conditions, they can survive for upwards of one year.
Their bodies are flexible, and can fit through the smallest of spaces.
2.
Health risks associated with rodents?
They are known to have spread diseases, such as salmonellosis, ricketsial pox and lymphatic choriomeningitis.
Contamination of food with rodent droppings and urine is a health concern.
They are potential carries of fleas and mites.
White-footed mouse acts as reservoir for Lyme disease and Hanta virus.
3.
How do rodents impact my property?
They can cause structural damage; by chewing through drywall, wooden frames; they also are capable of gnawing electrical cables, resulting in structural fires.
Their fecal droppings and urine can release a foul nauseous odor.
Some rats can also damage the garden or vegetation, by creating extensive burrows.
4.
How can I prevent rodents from invading?
Block all small gaps and entrances, make sure all doors and windows fit tightly.
Employ strategies for proper waste management and food storage.
Consider rodent proofing.
Ask our licensed pest control professional for help!
Common Types of Rodents
House Mouse
Size: 5-17 cm
Colour: Brownish-grey
Other features: Tail is slightly longer than body; front paws slightly smaller than hind
Droppings: Small; comparable to rice grain
General Info: They reach maturity in nearly six weeks, and have life span of about one year. In a lifetime, the female may bear as many as eight litters of 5-6, given favorable conditions. They eat any food available, and require little water and about 3 grams of dry food each day.
House mice are capable of gnawing through wood, aluminum, soft mortar and asphalt. They can jump a vertical distance of up to 30 cm, and pass through holes up to 12 mm in diameter.
