Mice and Rat Control in Hobart

Pest Summary

Rats and mice can be problematic due to the risk of damage to houses, generation of odour and potential risk to human health
Rats and mice are known to spread over 35 diseases that can infect both people and pets
There are two main species which can be found in domestic and commercial premises the Roof Rat and the Sewer Rat
The rats habitat in drains, under concrete, under floors, in rubbish areas, kitchens, roof spaces and basically where there is food and moisture sources
During the colder months rats will look for shelter from the cold - this is when they can become a serious problem - they prefer to be in a warm environment - under floor boards and in loft spaces
Rodents have built up an immunity over the past 30 years - It is important to remember that the correct identification is essential to formulate the most effective extermination and control program

More Information on Mice and Rats

Rodents can pose a serious threat to human health and can transmit disease to humans by a variety of means, including:

Contamination of food or utensils with rodent urine or faeces.
Contamination by direct contact with urine or faeces, where bacteria enter the skin through small scratches.
Indirect contamination via blood-sucking insects (i.e. ectoparasites such as fleas).
Indirect contamination via pets to humans.
Contamination by directly biting humans.
Indirect contamination by being eaten by an intermediate carrier.

The presence of rats the mice in buildings pose a serious threat to human health. The disease threat alone is justifiable cause for concern and for the implementation of sound control procedures.

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Pests Controlled

Spiders

Spiders are not easily controlled, especially in outdoor areas. professional pest control services are needed to deter spiders for the long term...

Ants

Ants are both predators and scavengers in hunt for sugary or oily foods. They usually enter and infest our homes when they locate a source of food...

Bed Bugs

Bed bugs are most likely brought into the home via peoples belongings. They hitch a ride on things such as your wallet, handbag or smartphone...

Cockroaches

Cockroaches are a common pest that can enter buildings via cracks or holes in exterior walls, drainage systems and can hitch a ride...

Mice & Rats

Mice and Rats can be problematic due to the risk of damage to houses, generation of odours and therefore a potential risk to human health...

Fleas

Fleas are parasites, have mouth-parts adapted for piercing skin and sucking blood from warm blooded animals including humans and pets...

Scorpions

Scorpions, like Spiders are arachnids and have eight legs. They are ground hunting insects that can become a dangerous pest with a nasty sting...

Mosquitos

Mosquitos are crafty pests that hide in dark places - this is why they usually attack during the night if they make their way into your home...

Birds

Birds spread disease such as E.coli via their droppings. It is important to have bird nests removed, especially near food production areas...

Millipedes

A Millipedes diet consists of damp and decaying wood and/or plant materials. They scavenge feeding on decaying organic matter...

Possums +

These Rat-like animals are able to fit within a 9cm gap - making your home/premises susceptible to a Possum infestation...

Bees & Wasps

Removing honey bee nests from cavities (walls of houses, hollow trees) is a time-consuming, that should be undertaken by professionals...

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