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Talking About Pest Control

Information on Rodent Infestations

Carlos Douglas

Some people will panic if they see signs of any rodents in or around their home, while others may not be bothered by it at all. While seeing signs of rodents isn't necessarily something that should make you feel too frightened, it is definitely something to be concerned about and that you want to do something about right away. The information in this article will go over signs of an infestation, reasons why an infestation is a serious concern, and the best ways to put an end to the infestation. 

The signs of a rodent infestation

There can be many signs of a rodent infestation. The signs may be little and hard to notice if you aren't paying attention. One sign can be finding their droppings around the house. Rodent droppings can be very small and look similar to black rice. Common places to find droppings can include the backs of cabinets and drawers, along baseboards, and even in dresser drawers. You may also start seeing signs that things around the house have been gnawed on. Rodents tend to gnaw on things like clothing, boxes, insulation, and even electrical wires. They do this to use the materials to build a nest. You may also hear the faint sounds of squeaking coming from behind the wall or in other areas where the rodents have their babies. 

Why a rodent infestation is such a concern

Rodents are germy creatures, and they can crawl all over your food, the countertops, and on your clothing. They can carry diseases, like leptospirosis, salmonella, and even rabies. Rodents can chew through packaging for the foods in your cupboards and eat some of the food, leaving their germs on the rest. They will continue to leave droppings and urine throughout the home. If they gnaw on the wires, then they can also cause a huge fire hazard in your home. Rodents multiply quickly, so if you ignore the signs of one or two, you can soon end up with dozens, or even more. 

The best way to end a rodent infestation

A quick way for you to get rid of all the rodents that are in your home is to call a pest control company—such as DFW BUG. They are pros at getting rid of all the rodents in a quick manner. This way, you can get back to enjoying your home without worrying that there may be rodents causing trouble behind the scenes.


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