Winter Rodent Control

When the cold weather begins to roll in, rats and mice look for warm places to hunker down and wait it out. Your Spokane, WA and Coeur d'Alene, ID home or business could be the ideal place for them to overwinter; after all, where there are humans, there’s a consistent source of food, water, and shelter. Unfortunately for us, rodents can carry diseases, cause property damage, and be generally unpleasant roommates.

Making sure your home is ready for the winter season can be complicated. Don’t neglect pest control just because most pests are less active during winter! If nothing else, shoring up your defenses now will give you a jumpstart when spring returns. Read on to learn more about wintertime rodent control procedures by Eden Advanced Pest Technologies.

Rodent Exclusion

Rodent exclusion procedures are always the first resort. Put simply, this is the process of repairing or covering gaps in a structure to make sure that rodents can’t get inside in the first place. You’ve heard that prevention is stronger than cure – and the same is true for a rodent infestation. Rats and mice are elusive and can be very difficult to eliminate once they’re established in your home or business.

Traps and Pesticides

For infestations already in progress, traps will be used to eliminate rodents. At Eden Advanced Pest Technologies, we will also use pesticides, but always in the minimal effective amount to protect your safety. We will always attempt a less-toxic approach before resorting to pesticides.

Using our extensive knowledge of rodent habits, we can place traps and pesticides at strategic locations within your home or business where rodents are most likely to hide. This way, we can target infestations right at the source, maximizing the treatment’s effectiveness.

Should I Perform DIY Rodent Control?

We advise against using pesticides and traps yourself; the pros at Eden Advanced Pest Technologies team know how to use these methods most effectively. Many DIY pest control methods are ineffective and might lead you to waste money without getting any results. However, there are few things you can do on your own to mitigate your risk of rodent infestation.

• Eliminate food sources. Even the tiniest crumbs could sustain a rat or mouse for days. Make sure to clean up spilled food and drink promptly, and store food in airtight containers so rodents can’t chow down.
• Fix plumbing leaks. Leaky pipes are an easy water source for rodents. Checking your pipes and insulating them against winter cold won’t just protect you from burst pipes – it could also stave off a pest infestation.
• Eliminate harborage. This refers to anywhere rodents could hide outdoors. Common harborage sources include piles of firewood, leaves, and yard debris. Cleaning up the yard isn’t just good for looking tidy!

While these measures can help reduce your risk of a new infestation, they won’t do much for infestations already in progress. Rats and mice are crafty and will look for food just about anywhere, and don’t need much in the first place. Plumbing leaks are far from the only water source near homes. Finally, outdoor harborage isn’t needed when the rodents have already made themselves at home inside your house.

So, if you suspect you have a few unwanted rodent guests in your home this winter, don’t hesitate to contact Eden Advanced Pest Technologies.

Keep The Holidays Happy With Rodent Control From Eden Advanced Pest Technologies

Since 2001, home and business owners in the Spokane, WA and Coeur d'Alene, ID area have trusted Eden Advanced Pest Technologies with all their rodent control needs. This winter, trust us to handle your rodent problem – no matter the scale. With decades of experience and a lengthy list of satisfied customers to back us up, you’ll have peace of mind like never before.

Give us a call to get started with a free quote!