Rats and mice are a common problem in Ipswich, especially from autumn through winter. They move into roof spaces, wall cavities, sheds and garages looking for warmth, and they are drawn to pet food, chook feed, fruit trees and compost. Once inside, they chew through wiring, insulation and food packets, and their numbers grow quickly if left alone. Mice can squeeze through tiny gaps, while rats climb trees, downpipes and fences to reach the roof.
The crew we book starts by finding out where the rodents are living and how they are travelling. They look for droppings, rub marks, chewed items and nests in the roof, under the house and in outbuildings. Bait stations and traps are then placed along those paths, with lockable stations used so children and pets cannot easily reach the bait. On acreage, feed rooms and hay sheds are often the main source, so they get a close look.
- An inspection of the roof space, subfloor, kitchen, garage and sheds
- Lockable bait stations inside and outside the home
- Traps in areas where bait is not suitable
- Notes on entry points that could be sealed
- Tips on storing feed, pet food and rubbish
Activity usually drops over one to three weeks as rodents feed on the bait. A return visit to check and refill the stations may be needed for bigger problems, and the crew can price that on the day. In the meantime, store feed and pet food in sealed metal or hard plastic bins, collect fallen fruit and keep woodpiles and rubbish away from the house. Keeping grass short around sheds also removes cover.
To book rodent control in Ipswich, call 07 3543 7770 and tell us what you are hearing or finding.
