Rodents including mice and rats are common pests to enter homes in Rhode Island and become not only a nuisance, but potentially a danger to your home and health. Rodents are characterized by having a pair of incisors (constantly growing teeth), and because of this they have a need to continuously gnaw on objects. Both mice and rats are considered to be a commensal pest which means that they have a close relationship with humans in regards to food. Without us, they are less likely to survive the cold winters in Cumberland. While rodents can enter your home anytime of the year, fall and winter is when rodent infestations are at their peak. Mice and rats will begin searching for food, water and shelter before the cold sets in. Since rodents can be dangerous in homes, we suggest that you contact us right away if you find any signs of mice or rats in your Cumberland home.
Cumberland Pest Control Pros On Rodent Exclusion
Any signs of rodents in your Cumberland home should result in the help of our local pest control professionals. Do-it-yourself techniques for getting rid of mice and rats are often ineffective and can be dangerous if not used properly. While getting rid of a current problem should be left up to the experts there are things that you can do in and around your home to help prevent rodents from being able to enter your home. Rodent prevention tips include:
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Sealing cracks and crevices in the foundation of your home; mice can enter through areas as small as a dime.
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Making sure that gaps or openings around exterior doors, windows and along the foundation are properly sealed.
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Keep trees and bushes trimmed away from the exterior of your home; rodents will use their branches as a bridge to gain easy access to your home.
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Store trash in bins with tight fitting lids. Take the trash out of the home regularly.
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Place a cap on your chimney.
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Store food in the refrigerator or in sealed containers so no food is left open on the counters.
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Keep clutter in basement and attic areas to a minimum.
Home Pest Control In Cumberland
If you find that you are in need of our Cumberland pest control professionals for a rodent extermination or to get rid of other common household pests, Big Blue Pest Solutions has the ideal home pest control program to protect your home and family from damages caused by those pests. The residential pest control program, Home Owners Policy (H.O.P.) provides services to protect your home from rodents and other pests throughout the whole year, no matter what season it is. Our H.O.P. pest control program consists of an initial inspection and treatment for your current pest problem, followed by three seasonal services visits to help ensure that your home is kept pest free. We also provide our customers with free emergency service in case a pest problem arises unexpectedly. Call us today for more information!
Other Pest Control Services In Cumberland
Big Blue Pest Solutions has been helping the homeowners of Connecticut, Rhode Island and Massachusetts protect their properties from pests for over 80 years. Our technicians are continuously trained on all the latest pest control technologies and techniques and will work quickly and efficiently to ensure that your pest problem is taken care of. In addition to our home pest control program, we also provide the following services:
Contact us today to see how we can help to keep mice out of your Cumberland home this fall and winter and protect your home from damages from these and other pests that are common to Rhode Island!
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