Rodents like rats and mice can pose serious health risks and cause a lot of damage to your property. When there are so many rats and mice on your property, it will lead to an uncomfortable living environment. This is why it is important to rodent proof your home so that your home can be protected from these unwanted guests.
There are specialists for mice inspections Frankston; they will come to your house and inspect the property so that they can advise you on what you can do to prevent them from damaging the property. You have to understand rodent behaviour when it comes to rodent-proofing your home. Mice and rats are looking for shelter, food and water. They will find small entry points in your home and they have the uncanny ability to squeeze through even the tiniest gaps. You have to start sealing the access points. You have to check the interior and exterior of your home for access points regularly. This can be gaps around windows, doors, pipes, foundation and vents. You can use expandable foam, steel wool and caulk to seal gaps and cracks. If you find larger holes, you can use wire mesh or metal flashing so that the rodents will not gnaw through it.
If there are vents and screens that are broken you will need to repair them.
Look for the areas where utilities enter your house as these are common places that rodents can enter your home. You also need to have a clean environment so that access to food and water can be minimised. Any food has to be stored in airtight containers that are made from glass, metal, or heavy plastic. Food should not be left out in open containers. If there is a spill or crumbs on the floor, these should be cleaned up immediately. Make sure that you clean the kitchen after every meal as there can be crumbs and leftovers that can fall to the floor when you are preparing food. You need to dispose of the trash regularly without letting it pile up. The trash cans should have tight-fitting lids so that no mice or rats can get into it. By cleaning the trash cans from time to time, you can avoid residue and odour that might attract rodents.
Water is needed for rodents to survive
And you have to eliminate their access to water sources. Any leaky pipes, faucets or toilets should be fixed so there are no sources of standing water. Pet water bowls should be removed when they are not in use. For example, you can empty them at night. Gutters and downspouts have to be checked so that they are clear of debris. Water should be directed away from the foundation of your house. You have to check the attics, basements and crawl spaces from time to time as these are potential sources of moisture. There are rodent repellents that can be used to prevent them from settling in your home. There are natural repellents like peppermint oil, cloves, and cayenne pepper as well as commercial rodent repellents.
