Effective Rat Control Methods

Mon, 16 May 2011 05:56:00 +0000

Rats pose a significant health risk to humans. They chew through walls, leave droppings and are a general nuisance. Controlling them can be a challenge. They reproduce monthly. A single rat can produce 120 or more offspring per year. Rats are smart, and traps alone may not be enough.

Prevention/Solution

Keep debris and wood piles away from the home. Grass should be mowed to within one-half inch in height. Remove all bird feeders and standing water.

Spring Traps

Controlling rats with a spring trap. Spring traps are somewhat effective against rats. A bar snaps down and breaks the animal's neck. Be advised, however, that rats will sometimes chew themselves free.

Electronic Traps

Electronic traps work by electrocution. Most styles operate on two to four AA batteries.

Glue Boards

These work similar to fly paper. A board is coated with sticky glue. Rats climb on it and get stuck.

Poisons

Applying Rat Poison Poisons are very effective in controlling rats. Anticoagulants are very popular.

Repellents

Rat repellents come in many forms. Mothballs are the most common.

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Effective Rat Control Methods