rats in the attic what to do

rats in attic- what to do

Rats are a nightmare to have in your attic. They can destroy and chew on your personal [property and can even get away with it because they come and go as they please. Rats are very good at hiding and staying low in spaces that are congested with items and litter which is what most attic have. Attics are used as a storage unit or as an extra room if you’re the lucky one, but it can also get incredibly stuffy.

If you have a rat infestation, do not hesitate to contact the licensed and insured exterminators from Rat Control.

Luckily for the rat the rat knows how to regulate its own body temperature since they are missing sweat glands, Therefore rats are such good survivors and can thrive in most environments that humans would consider inhospitable. As earlier mentioned, rats can do a lot of damage to the attic from chewing on wires and creating a fire hazard to dropping feces everywhere and making the attic a cesspool!

Rats are very dangerous animals to have in your property because of the number of diseases that can be spread through direct and indirect exposure. Feces, saliva, and urine can cause Hantavirus Pulmonary Syndrome. It is a rare infectious disease that has the symptoms of a flu but can rapidly develop into something more severe. Some symptoms are but not limited to:
• Fever
• Chills
• Muscles aches and joint pain
• Headaches
• Nausea
• Stomach pain
• Vomiting
• Diarrhea
Now as the symptoms progress it can get a lot worse and some might even experience the following and gain, this is not limited to:
• Coughing
• Breathing with difficulty
• Low blood pressure
• Irregular heart rate
Be advised as symptoms may unexpectedly worsen in the few days. You should see a doctor immediately if you notice these symptoms worsen in the span of a few days.
The sure way to get rid of rat infestations in the attic is to hire a professional rat control expert that is licensed and insured. Professionals have the right tools, rodenticides, and traps to take care of the rat population quickly and efficiently. The technicians first start off doing the interior and exterior inspection by finding out the hotspots and areas of high activity. Furthermore, the technicians identify hotspots and vulnerabilities and compile their gatherings in easy-to-read reports. They will inform the property owner of their options and solutions, and we will get to work immediately on the same day.
Rats can be eliminated in two ways. On the exterior we will use bait stations that have potent rodenticide in them which attracts the rats. On the inside we will use lethal snap traps that can kill the rats with one blow. Professionals know the best placement for maximum results and will do so in a timely manner. After that, the entry points will be sealed with durable materials. Call xxx-xxx-xxx