If you’ve heard the frightful sound of tiny claws scratching around overhead, you may already be in panic mode. Fortunately, the experts from Arab Termite and Pest Control of Cincinnati have the rodent control tips to bring you peace. As Cincinnati, Ohio’s top exterminators, these professionals know just what to do to protect your home.

Identify Your Invader

Do you have mice, rats, or some other critter? Any one of these culprits can transmit diseases, gnaw through electrical wiring, and destroy your insulation — but it’s important to know exactly what invader you have on your hands. For example, mice and rats require several traps — especially since they can reproduce so quickly — while rats need at least a few larger, heavy-duty traps.  Mice and rats do not have bladder control.  They can and will urinate on what they are feeding on.  Their urine can be seen with a black light. If it turns out to be something else lurking upstairs — like a squirrel or raccoon — you will need to call a professional trapper.

Call An Exterminator

While it may seem simple enough to lay down a few traps and hope for the best, often, rodent control requires the expertise of a professional exterminator. Mice can multiply by the dozens in no time, and both mice and rats can cause tremendous damage to your home. If your situation escalates, you will not only need to call an exterminator to tackle a more extensive problem, but you’ll also need to pay for damage repair or restoration services. A professional will promptly identify your issue, efficiently resolve it, and follow up to ensure you stay safe. 

Protect Your Home

Rather than eliminating your unwanted guests once they’ve arrived, it’s much more humane and efficient to keep them out in the first place. To start, keep your tree and shrub branches at least eight feet away from your home. You should also regularly inspect your home’s exterior to make sure it’s free of tiny holes, water damage, bad door sweeps and other vulnerabilities.  Half inch openings can be sealed off with coarse grade steel wool, ¼ inch hardware mesh or mortar. If you notice any issues, repair them immediately to avoid an unwanted visitor finding its way in.

For high-quality rodent control in Cincinnati, look no further than Arab Termite and Pest Control of Cincinnati. Whether you have a rodent or bug problem on your hands, call today at (513) 385-3430. For more information, visit the website and connect with them on Facebook.