How To Get Rid of Rats

The most effective way to get rid of rats in your home is to remove all those things that could attract rats inside your property.
Rats are often attracted to the warmth inside your home and the availability of food. However, as rats are known to spread infections and can contaminate foods, it is important to take immediate action to get rid of rats.

How To Get Rid of Rats in Your Home

The first line of defence against rats is to proof your home, sealing off any possible entry points. Young rats can get through very tiny openings, so it is important to seal holes and fit weather-stripping around exterior doors.

Tips to Prevent Rats

• Store food in plastic or metal containers
• Keep household garbage in closed bins
• Do not put meat into compost heaps
• Use squirrel-proof bird feeders
• Check all drain pipes are in good working order
• Trim vegetation away from your home
• Eliminate clutter and items like firewood next to your home

If you are unable to get rid of rats in your home, we recommend that you get help from a pest control company.

How To Get Rid of Rats Professionally

Many homeowners use do it yourself pest control products, like rat traps, to get rid of rats but the results are often less than satisfactory. Small problems can develop into large ones and this is when many people seek out the services of a pest control professional.

Ehrlich technicians are skilled, experienced professionals – they are state certified licensed applicators and are required to participate in regular training programs to maintain their expertise.

At Ehrlich we understand the habits of rats and use that knowledge to develop an effective program to get rid of rats in your home.
At Ehrlich Pest Control, we pride ourselves on fast, responsive service every day.

We are always available 24 hours a day for any emergency pest concerns that may develop and all appointments are scheduled at times that are convenient for you our customer.

Call Ehrlich free at 1-800-837-5520 for further advice on how to get rid of rats or to arrange a free pest inspection by an Ehrlich technician.