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Rodent Control

There are many ways to control mice/rats but the most effective method would be physical barriers and trapping. Thorough inspection of the home or property will identify any problems areas where rodents might be able to gain entry. Along with sealing entry points and correcting any structural deficiencies, rodents can be trapped and removed.

Once a home’s entry points have been sufficiently sealed, exterior bait stations can be placed to control mice/rats and serviced accordingly. Bait stations are made of dense plastic and are tamper-resistant to protect any non-target animals and children from accessing the bait inside. These bait stations can be mounted to cement blocks or staked directly to the ground. Each station is labeled in accordance with state laws and regulations.

Depending on surrounding properties and environmental variables, stations are placed strategically around homes, within communities, or adjacent business properties. Bird seed, pet food/water, fruit trees and vegetables can all contribute to rodent populations and sightings. Eliminating alternate food sources is key to an effective baiting program.

Insect Control

Effective insect treatments are done through, inspection, identification, and control.

Similar to rodent control, a home is first inspected to identify any areas that could be contributing to insect sightings. Insects are then identified to determine the appropriate control method needed. There are three common control methods.

Cultural control consists of environmental corrections such as modifying irrigation practices to prevent over watering or landscaping with insect resistant plants.

Mechanical and physical control could be properly closing exterior doors, tight fittings screens on windows, or pheromone/glue traps.

Chemical control is the use of pesticides. In IPM, pesticides are used when needed and in combination with other approaches for more effective, long term control. Pesticides are selected and applied in a way that minimizes their possible harm to humans, non-target organisms, and the environment. Often limited to crack and crevice treatments.

Some insecticides allow for applying a continuous band of insecticide around a building foundation and around windows, doors, service line entrances, eaves, vents, and other areas to greatly reduce the potential for entry by crawling pests.