Commercial Customers

Rodent Problems?

Danger Signs

• Rat droppings (sausage shaped approx. 1 -2 cm long) or Mouse droppings (thin, spindle shaped approx. 5mm long
• Smears - grease marks from the rodents body as they repeatedly brush up against objects.
• Damaged stock and damage to the fabric of premises.
• Nesting material — shredded insulation, cardboard, plastics etc.

Potential Harm

• Rodents are known to spread infections such as Salmonella, Hantavirus and Leptospirosis
• Damage to stock and buildings. Rodents sharp teeth can gnaw through cables, plastic, wooden doors and even mild steel
• Contamination of foodstuffs and goods. On the rodents underside, wet fur soaked in urine can transmit diseases to work surfaces, table tops or anywhere the rodent has climbed.

Business Consequences

• Alarm — immediate loss of customer and employee trust.
• Damage — to goods, foodstuffs and your health and hygiene reputation.
• Cost — can be considerable. Temporary closure may be necessary.
• Legal — failure to comply with legislation.

Steps to Take

• Call free on 1800 102 9888 to arrange prompt rodent removal
• Get rodent proofing and design advice from the experts at Rentokil
• Schedule regular rodent control visits to prevent further outbreaks.