Rat infestations are difficult to get rid of and can cause a whole lot of trouble. Rats not only carry dangerous diseases but actively damage the structure of the home, risking power outages, fires, and increases in energy bills. One would hope that their insurance provider would help cover these costs. If you suspect a…
Many dogs within the Greater Toronto Area are getting sick with Leptospirosis, a bacterial infection that affects both humans and animals. Most of these cases are coming from rats. Rats carry a number of terrible diseases and close contact is unfortunately not required for them to spread them to your dog – these diseases are…
As hard as you have tried to stop them you can’t seem to understand how a rat gets in the house. That’s because there are several factors encouraging the continued invasion of your home by rats. And possibly are yet to deal with some other factors attracting rate to your residence or office. Rats are…
It’s quite unnerving to step out into a dark garage, and upon switching on the light, rats scamper away. If you have this problem, then it’s likely that your garage is indeed a welcoming place for them to be. The rule is that, if you spot a rat, living or dead, there’s a high chance…
Rats are not as cheeky as they have been made out to be. They can be timid, cautious and sometimes take the risks of going into your house. In case you have a garage that is filled with greenery or a garage that is full of old junk, then you have a few reasons to…
Where there is food, you can expect to find rodents if there aren’t measures in place to protect against an invasion. Rats cause widespread disease either through parasites that carry on their body or through their excrement. They are dirty animals and once they come into contact with food and water, you can only expect…
Scurrying down sidewalks and invading homes, rats have quickly become a problem throughout all of Toronto. In fact, of the top five Canadian cities with a rat problem, Toronto ranks number one. Many residents and business owners have struggled with rat invasions, proving just how significant the problem is for the city. Understanding the depth…
There are mixed opinions on whether ultrasonic rodent repellents actually work but if you are looking for an expert opinion; no serious licensed exterminator would use, let alone recommend these gadgets. Ultrasonic rodent repellents are plugged into electric outlets near areas with high rodent activity. The device emits ultrasound (exceeding 20,000 Hz) which is virtually…
It may seem that yours is the only home in Ontario that rats prefer and this is partially true. Rats are primarily attracted to three things; steady supply of food, safe hiding spots and good living environment namely the presence of humidity, warmth and moisture. Knowing how rats get in the house is important to…
The presence of rats in the walls is a nightmare for homeowners largely because of how inaccessible these areas tend to be. If you hear scurrying, scratching and/or running noises in the walls at night, there is a good chance you have some sort of rodent in your residence and need to call rat control…