Rodents not only want a warm, dry place to live, they want easy access to food. A few tips that will prevent rodents from wanting to come to your house to dine are:
Sweep after each meal
Wipe down all kitchen surfaces with a multipurpose cleaner
Put all food packaging in to the trash after use
Promptly take the trash when full out to an outside garbage bin that has a lid
Keep all pantry items in airtight container
Getting inside is the first order of business if you are a rodent. Preventing rats and mice from coming in may include doing repairs to the exterior of your home like:
Inspecting the roof, facia, and soffit for any holes or damage
Replace any damaged weather stripping for door bottoms on exterior doors
Repair any broken windows or windows that are stuck slightly open
Seal holes and cracks on the outside of the house, take special note around utility and pipe entries into the home
Put screens on outdoor vents or even on the chimney
While many people are comfortable putting out a few traps in areas that they see the most rodent activity, if the problem gets beyond a few well placed traps, you will want to give the best rodent control company in Tulare County a call. Pest control professionals with decades of experience know the best and quickest way to eliminate rodents from your home. Once your home is mouse or rat free, continuing to practice good prevention habits will help ensure that the rodents never make their way back into your home. In Tulare County, San Joaquin Pest Control in Visalia will ensure you get the very best rodent control so you don’t have to worry about rodents getting into your home.