Rodent Control

Problems with Rodents?

Danger Signs of a rodent infestation

• 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, often gnaw marks on packaging.
• Nesting material — shredded insulation, cardboard, plastics etc.
• Rodent Burrows and Burrow tracks in external areas.
• Odour - Rodent urine has a very pungent smell.

Potential Harm of a Rodent Infestation

• Rodents are known to spread infections such as Salmonella, Hantavirus and Leptospirosis. Rodents also transmit tape worms and fungal skin infections. Rats and mice are also known to introduce secondary pests into your premises, such as fleas and biting mites.
• Damage to stock and buildings. A Rodents sharp teeth can gnaw through cables, plastic, wooden doors and even mild steel. Rodents have the potential of causing short circuits and subsequently fires, if they chew on insulation and cables.
• 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 in the case of established rodent infestations. Temporary closure may be necessary.
• Legal - failure to comply with legislation.

Steps to Take

There are several steps to take to get rid of a rodent infestation

• Make sure rodents cannot enter your premise any more - with Rentokil's proven Rodent Proofing Programs.
• Depending on your rodent protection requirement, Rentokil offers three different levels of protection - a peace of mind solution for every budget.
• Basic Rodent Control: Includes rodent baiting in external areas, rodent trapping in internal and external areas.
• Advanced Rodent Control: The professional rodent control program combines rat and mice baiting, trapping and the 3 lines of defence to prevent rodents from entering your office.
• Premium Rodent Control: Offers you the total protection from rats and mice. This services encompasses rodent proofing, three lines of defence and trapping & baiting services.
• Schedule regular rodent control visits to prevent further rodent outbreaks in your premises.
• Call free on 1800 102 9888 or contact us to arrange for a prompt rodent removal service.