Rodent Control

Are Unwelcome Rodents Invading Your Space?

Rodents are sneaky and often invade homes without being detected until it’s too late. If you’ve noticed droppings, gnawed wires, or even heard scratching noises at night, it’s likely you have a rodent problem. Rodents can enter through the smallest cracks and gaps in your walls, floors, and foundations. The sooner you act, the quicker you can protect your home and loved ones from potential damage and health threats.

The Rodents We Shield Your Home From

Different rodents require different solutions. Here are the common types we address:

• Deer Mouse: Known for its small size and rapid reproduction, it can carry diseases like Hantavirus.
• House Mouse: One of the most common pests, it can contaminate food and surfaces.
• Mole: Though not directly dangerous, moles destroy lawns and gardens with their extensive tunneling.
• Norway Rat: Large and destructive, this rat is capable of gnawing through almost anything, including electrical wiring.
• Roof Rat: Often found in attics, these rats are skilled climbers that can cause damage to insulation and wiring.
• Shrew: Small but aggressive, shrews can be difficult to spot and eliminate.
• Vole: These burrowing rodents feed on plant roots, damaging your garden and lawn.
• Chipmunk: Chipmunks like to nest in attics or crawlspaces and can be noisy and destructive.
• Gopher: Gophers create extensive underground burrows that can destroy gardens and crops.

Why Professional Help is Crucial for Rodent Issues?

Rodents are more than just pests—they can be a serious threat to your home’s structure, your family’s health, and your peace of mind. Rodents chew on wires, insulation, and even the structure of your home, causing costly repairs. They also carry diseases such as salmonella, leptospirosis, and Hantavirus, which can be harmful to both humans and pets. While DIY methods may seem effective at first, they often fail to eliminate the problem at its source, leading to recurring infestations.

How We Handle Rodent Infestations Efficiently?

Our rodent control services involve a thorough, multi-step approach to ensure the infestation is fully addressed. Here’s how we do it:

• Inspection: We conduct a detailed inspection of your property to identify signs of rodents, locate nests, and find entry points.
• Extermination: Using traps, baits, and eco-friendly rodenticides, we eliminate rodents quickly and safely.
• Exclusion: We seal cracks, gaps, and other potential entry points to ensure that rodents can’t return.
• Prevention: After treatment, we offer advice on home maintenance and cleanliness to prevent future infestations.

Our comprehensive approach ensures that your home stays rodent-free.

Our Safe and Effective Treatment Methods

At Columbia Pest Control Services, we use a combination of methods tailored to your specific rodent problem. Our treatments include:

• Trapping: Humane traps are placed strategically to capture and remove rodents from your home.
• Baiting: Rodenticides are used carefully to ensure that they target the problem without affecting your family or pets.
• Exclusion: We seal off cracks and gaps in your home to prevent rodents from entering.
• Sanitation: We provide tips on how to reduce attractants like food and water sources that encourage rodents to take up residence.

Our eco-friendly methods provide long-lasting results without compromising your home’s safety.

Why Are Rodent Infestations More Dangerous Than You Think?

Rodents are more than just a nuisance. They present serious risks to both your home and your health:

• Health Hazards: Rodents are known carriers of diseases like Hantavirus, leptospirosis, and salmonella, which can be transmitted through their urine, droppings, and saliva.
• Property Damage: Rodents chew on wires, insulation, and wooden beams, causing structural damage that can lead to costly repairs and even fire hazards.
• Food Contamination: Rodents leave behind droppings and urine, contaminating food and kitchen surfaces.
• Increased Infestation: If left unchecked, a rodent infestation can multiply rapidly, making the problem much more difficult to handle over time.

The Secret Places Rodents Use to Invade Your Home

Rodents often nest in hidden, hard-to-reach places within your home. Common hiding spots include:

• Attics and Walls: Mice and rats seek shelter in these quiet, insulated spaces, where they can chew on wiring and insulation.
• Basements and Crawl spaces: Damp, dark areas provide the perfect environment for rodents to thrive.
• Under Floors and Behind Appliances: Rodents can hide in these spaces and access your food or water sources without being detected.

These hidden areas make it difficult for homeowners to locate and address the problem without professional help.

How to Identify Rodent Droppings and What They Mean?

Look out for these signs that indicate a rodent infestation:

• Droppings: Small, dark pellets left around food sources, cabinets, or along walls.
• Gnaw Marks: Rodents chew on furniture, electrical wires, and packaging to sharpen their teeth.
• Noises: Scratching or scurrying sounds coming from the walls, ceilings, or attic, especially at night.
• Visible Rodents: Seeing rodents during the day or night indicates a larger infestation.

If you notice any of these signs, don’t wait—contact us right away to take action.

Don’t Let Rodents Win – We’ve Got the Solution

If you’re dealing with a rodent infestation, don’t wait for the problem to worsen. Columbia Pest Control Services offers safe, effective rodent control solutions to protect your home and family. Our experts will eliminate the problem at its source, providing you with peace of mind. Call us now to schedule an inspection and start your journey to a rodent-free home.