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| Eliminex Pest
Control technicians
are experts in the identification and control of mice and rats. Our
thorough
inspections include a survey of all potential harborages inside and
outside,
all food and water sources and possible points of entry into your home
or structure. Following the free initial rodent control survey
we
will suggest control procedures and preventative measures. Our rodent
control
services can be a one time event or a regularly scheduled preventative
service. Please call for a free evaluation of your rodent problem at
1800/427-0002.
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 Mouse biology and control |
 Rat biology and control |
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| Ears: Large in proportion to body Snout: Pointed Weight & Size adult: Approx.3/4-1 oz. / 6-7 inches in length (tip of nose to end of tail) Fur: Silky dusty gray, brown-gray. |
Ears: Small in proportion to body Snout: Blunt Weight & Size adult: Approx.10-18 oz. / 12-18 inches in length (tip of nose to end of tail) Fur: Coarse, Generally red-brown to gray-brown. |
| Why is rodent control so
important? Throughout
human history rodents have been an important host animal to many
diseases
and plagues. Rodents are the host of external parasites such as fleas
and
ticks that directly cause several diseases. Some of these
diseases
include Plague, Typhus, Leptospirous, Rat Bite Fever, Rabies and the
more
recently documented Hantavirus. Hantavirus is a rarely contracted
disease
but it can be fatal even with treatment. The virus is found in the
droppings
and urine of deer mouse or white footed mouse. Be very careful when
handling
these droppings. (Hantavirus
link) Rodents also soil our indoor environments with urine and rodent feces. Studies have shown that these droppings are a major allergen for children with asthma. Rodents contaminate our food supplies with potentially harmful germs and bacteria. Its very important to eliminate rodent problems as soon as they appear. What physical damage do rodents cause? In addition to the disease causing potential of rodents they also can be quite destructive. Rodents front teeth continue to grow throughout their lifetime. The rodent must continually gnaw on objects to wear down these teeth so they do not grow too long. This gnawing activity can cause damage to electrical lines, burglar alarms and to the base of doors and entrance ways. Rodents will also seek out soft nesting materials and will gnaw at items stored in basements, sheds and garages. These items include patio furniture cushions, pool covers, stored clothing and bedding. |
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