Rodents enter your home only when they are invited. It is important for every homeowner to know that mice typically nest within 15 to 25 feet of a food source and rats 100 to 150 feet. Determining the source of a rodent infestation is crucial to finding the best possible solution.

Here Are Some Signs of Rodent Infestation

1. Rodent droppings around food packages, drawers, cupboards, and/or under the sink
2. Nesting material such as shredded paper, fabric, or dried plant matter
3. Evidence of gnawing and chewing on food packaging or structures
4. Evidence of damaged structures providing entry points into your home
5. Stale smells coming from hidden areas
6. Burrows anywhere in your yard or beneath the garbage can
7. Pets bringing home a dead rodent
8. Rats traveling along utility lines or on the tops of fences at dusk
9. Noises in the attic or walls throughout the night
10. Smudge marks on wall beams, rafters, or pipes caused by rodents rubbing their fur

If you find any of the signs listed above, you know it’s time to call Armor Pest Control to professionally identify and remove the infestation in your home. Rodents of any kind are not just an embarrassing problem. They can carry disease into your home on any surface they contact. Give Armor Pest Control a call today and take care of your rodent problems.

Here are some tips to help you protect your home from rodents:

1. Clean areas under stoves, refrigerators and dishwashers
2. Keep countertops clear of food
3. Do not leave glasses of water out overnight
4. Store dry food, pet food, and birdseed in sealed containers
5. Clean pet bowls at night
6. Keep storage areas free of clutter
7. Rodent-proof hard-to-access areas that tend to be neglected
8. Store supplies or materials off the floor
9. Properly maintain landscaping – trim any overgrown vegetation and shrubbery until the ground underneath is visible
10. Remove any debris such as rock piles or old equipment
11. Elevate lumber and firewood at least 18 inches
12. Store firewood away from the house