A rodent infestation can have serious consequences for your home or business. Unfortunately, if one pest gets inside, there are usually more that follow. Here are some tips to keep in mind as you work with a professional rodent removal company to mitigate the problem.

Do:

Seal cracks.

Mice and rats can fit through tiny cracks in your home’s exterior. Check for drafts around doors, windows, or walls. If you feel any, seal them with caulk right away to prevent rodents from entering.

Clear away clutter.

Clutter gives rodents plenty of places to hide. Inside your home, remove boxes and extra items piled up in your basement or near exterior walls. Outside, clear away overgrown brush or landscaping that brushes up against your house, since that provides shelter for rodents as they look for a way in.

Don’t:

Leave out food or trash.

Rodents usually enter homes looking for food, so don’t leave out any unnecessary items they can smell. Remove food from counters, wipe up crumbs, and put leftovers in sealed containers. You should also keep trash covered and take it out as soon as it’s full.

Place traps where kids and pets can reach.

People often think they can place rodent removal traps on their own. However, the devices present hazards to your pets and kids, who may not understand the dangers. Traps need to be laid carefully in places where they can’t be easily accessed.

If you need professional rodent removal services, contact Central Tennessee Termite & Pest Control. Based in Cookeville, TN, they offer pest control services for homes and businesses throughout Central Tennessee and Northern Kentucky. With more than 20 years in business, the locally owned and operated company is known for providing service that’s both dependable and affordable. They also won First Place in Pest Control in the Upper Cumberland area for the Herald-Citizen 2019 Reader's Choice Awards. Visit the company’s website to see a full list of services or call (931) 526-2033 to schedule an appointment.