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Our termite control division utilizes every tool necessary to eliminate termites from your house and property. By employing the latest baiting techniques we complete the job with little impact on the environment.See More
Bed Bugs are back with a vengeance! It takes a professional company with extensive experience to eliminate these pests from your home. Eliminex Pest Control uses every tool at our disposal to rid your property of these annoying pests.
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Rodent Information
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.
Norway Rat - Rattus norvegicus
Ears: Small in proportion to bodySnout: 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.
Rat Control and Biology
House Mouse - Mus musculus
Ears: Large in proportion to bodySnout: 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.
Mouse Control and Biology
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.
