Rat control Taunton
One of the most common and versatile pests is the rat. This large Rodent has been causing havoc in our population for hundreds of years. (Rattus norvegicus) the brown rat is the species that home owners and businesses will encounter. Weighing up to 500g and with a length of 28cm, these animals truly are masters of survival. Being the only rodent that can navigate and live in the sewer network, brown rats can pop up almost anywhere. Whether in a burrow or in your cavity wall, you are never far away from a rat! Areas like Taunton with large agricultural areas and waterways are particularly susceptible to rodent ingress.
Once a rat infestation has begun, strong smells will surely follow; after being in the pest industry for so long, this smell can provide many clues and information. The stench can be a potent musk that is not very pleasant, not to mention the odour than can incur when they die in your loft space or cavity wall. Urine of the rat is an extremely hazardous substance that carries many harmful bacteria's and pathogens, one of the most notable is leptospirosis. Brown rats will also have up to 40 droppings per day and these are around 10mm in size! Yes, the rat has no fibre issues with its lavatory needs. Another nuisance that victims of infestations will observe is chewing. Rats teeth are open rooted and are constantly growing which in turn will cause havoc for your pipes and cables. Lastly, the brown rat is a breeding machine. With an average of 6 litters and up to 12 pups, it wont take long before your home or business is overrun.
With our highly trained pest control technicians, KO Pest Control is able to use an extensive array of tactics to perform rat exterminations in any home or business. Customers are not only paying for the experience but also the licence to use high quality rodenticides. Additionally, a friendly reminder that any rodenticide bought over the counter will be a very low toxicity for legality reasons. This can lead to further issues such as a tolerance to many of the poisons active ingredients. After taking care of your rat infestation, KO Pest Control will conduct the proofing work required to stop customers going through this ordeal again.
