What to Do When You Have an Infestation
When you have a rodent infestation, it can be a horrible thing to deal with. There are many different ways to deal with it, from poisons to traps. But how do you know what is the right way to deal with the problem? Some people will tell you to trap them and release them in another area and others will say to outright kill them. If you believe that the occasional rodent has become an infestation, then there is a big chance that things are bad. Your next step should be to call a pest control expert.
What Is a Pest Control Expert?
A pest control professional is a man or woman whose job it is to control or eliminate any problems with pests such as rodents, insects and any other animal that could cause damage to your property if left untreated.
How Will They Stop The Problem?
After you have chosen a pest management company, they will come over at a time that suits you to take a look at the problem and suggest a plan of action. Depending on the severity, they will either be able to sort the issue there and then or have to visit a number of times until the issue has been cleared up. Once they have determined the action they are going to take, they will talk you through it. As long as you agree to the way they would like to do it, they will set about removing the problem for you.
How Will They Stop It From Happening Again?
They will suggest some things that you can do to prevent it happening again and show you anything they believe attracted them to your property. They will also set traps and bait boxes so that you can see if there have been any more pests coming to your property.
It is advised to keep at least a couple of traps around the garden and near the house. That way you know that if they do come back, you have covered the first stage of managing any future pest problems.
What Happens To The Animal If It Was Found Dead?
Most companies will take the deceased animal with them, placing it in a bio waste bag and disposing of it correctly so that you do not have to deal with it yourself.
It is key to have some form of pest management in place if you have or are worried of any problems happening. That gives you the peace of mind that you have done something to prevent an infestation.