Keep Jerry Away from Your Fridge

Ever watched the old cartoon series, Tom & Jerry? It’s about a cat named Tom that always chases after a mouse named Jerry. In real life, if you have no cat, you’re always playing the role of Tom and every rat that crawls into your house is every Jerry you have to deal with.

In this blog post, we’ll go over the essential steps needed to help you in driving away all the rats from your house. Read on if you have a cat and have gotten fed up playing Tom & Jerry with the rats every single day.

• Identify Where the Rats are Coming From

Rats are adept at finding ways into your home, so the first step in getting rid of them is to identify where they are entering. Start by examining the exterior of your home for any cracks or gaps in the walls, foundation, or roof. Check around pipes and vents, and make sure all windows and doors have screens that fit tightly. Once you have identified any potential entry points, seal them with steel wool or caulk. Rats can chew through many materials, so make sure to use a sturdy material that they can’t easily destroy.

• Remove Potential Food Sources

Rats are attracted to food, so it’s important to remove any potential food sources from your home. Keep your kitchen and dining areas clean and free of any food debris. Store food in airtight containers, and make sure that all garbage cans have tight-fitting lids. Rats are also attracted to pet food, so don’t leave food out overnight, and keep it in sealed containers. If you have fruit trees or a vegetable garden, be sure to clean up any fallen produce promptly.

• Set Traps

Once you have sealed any entry points and removed potential food sources, the next step is to set traps. There are several types of traps available, including snap traps, live traps, and glue traps. Snap traps are the most traditional and effective, but live traps and glue traps can also be effective depending on the situation. Place traps in areas where rats have been seen, and make sure to check them frequently. Wear gloves and use caution when handling dead rats, as they may carry diseases.

• Use Rat Poison

Rat poison is a more extreme measure, but it can be effective in getting rid of rats. Be sure to follow the instructions carefully and keep the poison out of the reach of pets and children. Rat poison should only be used in areas where rats have been seen, as it can be harmful to other animals if ingested. It’s important to note that rat poison can take several days to work, and rats may die in hard-to-reach areas, so be prepared to deal with the smell of dead rats.

• Call a Professional

If your rat infestation is severe, or if you’re not comfortable dealing with the problem on your own, consider calling a pest control professional. They can help identify the source of the problem and come up with a plan to eliminate the rats from your house. A professional can also ensure that the rats are safely and humanely removed and can provide advice on how to prevent future infestations. Be sure to choose a licensed and experienced professional and ask for references before hiring them.

Conclusion

Now that you know all the important steps for getting rid of all the rats in your house, why not get it done if you have an infestation going on already? Getting rid of rats can be a challenging task, but it’s important to act as soon as possible to prevent them from causing damage or spreading diseases. If you want all the rats taken care of by a professional, head over to Sirwiss and book a pest control team to come and drive out all the rats from your house today.