Think you smell a rat? Well, there’s a good chance they probably smelled you first. In fact, they probably smelled you some time ago, and they’ve hidden out of sight since. Everybody’s aware that rats are incredibly clever animals, yet we still downplay their intelligence and their abilities. If they weren’t such creepy and potentially … Continue reading How Good is a Rat’s Sense of Smell?
A property owner can face many adversities, but one of the biggest ones is a rat or mice infestation. They can cause destruction to furniture and wiring, as well as being dirty and disease-ridden. The problem isn’t only with households; rats can also infest cars, damaging your vehicle if you don’t do something about the … Continue reading Summer Time Dilemma: Keeping Rats Out Of Your Car
It’s a little earlier than usual, but many pest control companies in Halifax are already gearing up and preparing for a busy spring. All because of one pesky problem. “There’s a lot of rodents around the city, both mice and rats are very common and the population seems high,” said Andrew Wheelock, owner of Truly … Continue reading Pest control scurries to keep up with rats during early Halifax spring
The presence or sign of mice or rats in your home can be overwhelming. Knowing the signs of infestation and where these pests like to hide is a good start to uncovering a problem and working towards a solution for removal. Common signs of rodent infestation include droppings; gnaw marks on food containers and a … Continue reading Rodents: The Good, The Bad and The Ugly