Critter Control is your trusted partner for rat problems in Panama City and Panama City Beach. Roof rats are by far the most common in Florida, but Norway rats cause issues in the panhandle too. Your home offers the perfect hiding spot for unwanted rats to come and intrude. These rodents seek shelter from either the harsh elements outside, predators, or possibly even a place to give birth to their young. Because they have such a need to find lodging, they will stop at nothing to get in, which could prove disastrous for you.
Who Should I Call for Rat Control in Panama City?
It’s important to note that rat control often requires professional expertise due to the health risks associated with rats and the potential challenges in effectively eradicating infestations. Residents in Panama City, Florida, should seek assistance from licensed pest control professionals for safe and effective rat pest control solutions.
Rat pest control in Panama City, Florida, typically involves several steps to effectively manage and exterminate rat infestations. A few rat traps around your property will not solve the issue.
Exterminators are state-licensed technicians trained to kill insects and pests using chemical products, baits, and traps. They apply solutions to interior and exterior spaces of homes, offices, restaurants, warehouses, and other structures.
Wildlife control operators understand everything about wildlife, especially those that become a nuisance to property owners. They are certified and trained in methods to prevent, remove, and exclude wildlife and rodents. Wildlife control operators avoid using chemicals and toxic products that kill animals, as they are unethical, inhumane, and rarely provide long-term solutions.
Instead, wildlife removal experts focus on a an integrated pest control that consists of inspection, removal, repairs, and exclusions.
Rat Control and Exclusions from Critter Control
Exterminating the current rat population in your house leaves you vulnerable to future rats. Rats are incredibly flexible, and most of them can easily enter through a hole the size of a quarter.
Critter Control’s Integrated Approach to Rat Control
- Inspection: An expert at Critter Control will conduct a thorough inspection of the property to identify areas of rat activity, entry points, and nesting sites.
- Identification: Different species of rodents require different control methods. Common rats in Florida include roof rats and Norway rats. Identifying the species helps in selecting the most appropriate control methods.
- Exclusion: Sealing off entry points and blocking access to the property is crucial to prevent rats from entering or re-entering the premises. This may involve sealing gaps in walls, installing door sweeps, and repairing damaged vents or screens.
- Sanitation: Removing potential food and water sources, such as garbage, spilled food, and standing water, helps make the environment less attractive to rats.
- Trapping: Rat traps are strategically placed to capture rats already present in the property. Different types of traps, including snap traps and humane traps, may be used depending on the situation.
- Baiting: Rodenticides (rat poisons) may be used as part of the control strategy. At Critter Control, we use tamper-resistant bait stations placed in areas frequented by rats. Extreme caution is necessary when using rodenticides, especially in residential areas with pets or children.
- Monitoring and Follow-up: Regular monitoring of the property is important to assess the effectiveness of control measures and to identify any new rat activity. Follow-up treatments may be necessary to ensure complete elimination of the infestation.
- Preventive Measures: Providing recommendations to the homeowner on preventive measures, such as maintaining cleanliness, proper storage of food, and regular property maintenance, helps reduce the risk of future rat infestations.
The Best Rat Control in Panama City
Exclusions are the best method to get rid of rats. Exclusions prevent rats from gaining access to your home. Exclusions are where you get the most value because they get to the root of the problem. Experts figure out why pests are there, than eliminate those reasons so they do not return.
Exclusions include sealing all entry points, at any size, to your home or office. Rodents like to use roof ridges, chimneys, vents, soffits, and eaves to access your attic or another warm spot inside your property. Most wildlife will find a small hole and make it bigger, even if that means breaking pieces of your home.