How to get rid of rats

If you decide to control a rat problem on your own, you have a few basic and cheap options available.

You could buy some traps from a local hardware store. There is a wide range of traps available from enclosed to wooden options. You can even buy specific baits to lure them to your traps.

Home improvement is another key action. This should involve preventing access to rats.

• Seal all gaps and cracks under doors, around windows and pipes.
• Repair any damage to roof tiles, which could be an easy access point into your attic.

Although a DIY solution is a cheaper alternative to professional treatment, it does have some risks.

• DIY cannot guarantee complete removal of a pest problem.
• Products and traps need to be used correctly to have any effect - always follow the instructions carefully.
• DIY solutions may need longer time to take effect - if mice are allowed to thrive in your home or business, their numbers can very quickly multiply leaving you with a bigger problem than you started with.

When you have rats in your home or business, it is important to take action quickly. While there are different DIY options available, it is important to know that they don't always work. There are several benefits to calling in the professionals to take care of your rat problem.

• Easy - Having a professional take care of the situation takes all of the pressure off of you. Because even if you do implement DIY methods, how do you know that you are implementing them correctly? Our specialists take all of the guess work out of handling your infestation, and will make the whole process stress free.
• Efficient - With several DIY options available, it can be hard to determine which option will work best. And what happens if it doesn't work? You're back to the drawing board and you've wasted precious time allowing for the problem to continue to grow. Pest control professionals will be able to assess your property and find the source of the problem quickly. Once they find the source, they will know what plan of action to take to efficiently remove the rats.
• Safe - Ultimately, safety should be the number one concern when dealing with rats. Rats are one of the biggest transmitters of disease, and are known carriers of ticks, which carry many diseases of their own. Bottom line is you don't want to be touching rats. Our specialists know how to safely remove rats from your home, while keeping your family and pets safe. 

To find the right professional pest control company, you need to ensure the entire organization, as well as the pest control technicians are able to fulfill key criteria.

You should expect the same level of competence and duty of care as provided by any other professional service provider.

A good pest partner should be able to anticipate and answer all your health and safety concerns. Services and treatments should be tailored to suit your needs as much as possible.

Crucially a professional should also respect your home, property or business site and operate with the greatest care and attention. He or she should be able to voice any challenges or restrictions right from the start. Equally, as a customer, you should always feel able to voice any concerns and ask as many questions as you need to.

Key criteria for Selection:

1. Certifications - licenses and certifications will demonstrate that your treatments are carried out to the highest industry standard practices.
2. Affiliated associations - membership of recognized industry associations such as the National Pest Management Association will ensure your services are provided by a trained, insured and trusted company, which has to comply with strict membership criteria.
3. Personal recommendations - even today, word-of-mouth and personal recommendations can be more powerful than a company’s own word. Speak to neighbors, peers, friends or family to find out about customer satisfaction.
4. Transparency - complete honesty and transparency early-on regarding the cost, level and duration of treatment required will help you see if the company is reliable.
5. Expertise & experience - a well established, recognized company can offer a peace of mind in the services provided and its relationship with customers.