Rodents

Top Rated Local® Rodent Control In Delaware, southeast Pennsylvania, eastern Maryland, and southwest New Jersey

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What Are Rodents?

Rodents come in a variety of shapes and sizes and, at their largest, can be up to 16 inches from snout to tail. All rodents share one major thing in common, and that is the fact that their front incisor teeth never stop growing. This constant growth leaves rodents with another thing in common, a never-ending need to chew. This becomes a major problem when these nibblers find their way into our homes and businesses. Here in Delaware and surrounding states, house mice, roof rats, Norway rats, and voles are the four most common rodent invaders.

Are Rodents Dangerous?

Yes, rodents are dangerous in a number of ways. For one, all rodents can transmit a variety of diseases to the occupants of the homes and businesses they invade. Some of the many diseases that rodents are known to carry include:

  • Hantavirus
  • Hemorrhagic Fever
  • Leptospirosis
  • Lymphocytic Chorio-Meningitis
  • Rat-Bite Fever
  • Salmonellosis
  • Plague

Rodents also threaten the properties and structures they inhabit due to their constant need to chew. In minor cases, you might find signs that a rodent is biting holes through walls or cardboard boxes. In major cases, you might find severe structural damage and frayed wires that increase the risk of a fire.

Finally, rodents are filthy creatures that spend a good amount of their time wandering around in sewers and garbage. They’re also foraging creatures, which means that they’ll come looking for food inside of your home or business. In addition to contaminating perishable items, they can contaminate food preparation surfaces and put everyone in your property at risk of various illnesses.

Where are rodents commonly found?

Rodents most commonly live in underground burrows to help protect themselves and their young from predators. However, when living inside our homes or businesses, rodents can be found living in a variety of different areas including attic and basement areas, wall voids, and storage areas.

Why do I have a rodent problem?

Rodents invade homes for four main reasons: food, water, shelter, and during the colder months, warmth. If you have rodents taking up residence in your home, that means that your home is providing them with the necessities they need to survive. Oftentimes, rodents do not invade homes to find these things, but instead will wander inside and find everything they need. They will seek out piles of boxes, newspapers, and other materials to create their nests. Wall voids are prime spaces for rodents to nest in, and they are also attracted to the food scraps found under appliances or in food storage areas. They can often be found near leaks or areas with water build-up in an effort to stay hydrated.

How do I get rid of rodents?

If rodents have invaded your home, the best way to get them out is with the help of the rodent control professionals at Green Pest Management. Our methods have been proven to remove and exclude rodents both efficiently and effectively. Our residential and commercial pest control plans are custom built for each home or business we serve, and you can count on our team to rid your property of rodents with minimal disruption to your day-to-day life.

If you’re looking for a dependable solution to your problem, give the rodent exterminators at Green Pest Management a call!

How can I prevent rodents in the future?

Above all, the best thing you can do to prevent future rodents from invading is to reduce easily accessible food sources in and around your home, and to seal off points of entry they could use to get inside. Beyond this, the only surefire way to keep rodents out of your home or business is by investing in professional pest control through Green Pest Management. We offer free inspections and would be happy to help you find short- and long-term solutions to all of your pest-related problems.

Why Choose Green Pest Management For Rodent Control?

  • We provide pest inspections so that you can understand exactly what you’re dealing with.
  • We’re locally owned and treat your business or home like we treat our own.
  • We have associations with the National Pest Management Association, Home Advisory Association, Better Business Bureau Association, and more.
  • Each treatment plan is unique and specific to your business’ needs.