First thing the homeowner needed to do was to find out if a Rat Infestation was present. The suspicion arose due to the scratching and squeaking noises heard late at night and seemed to be in the attic. There were a couple of rats seen scattering in the guest room upstairs. Feces and urine were found in the food pantry along with chewed up marks on different boxes of food. The Dad decided enough is enough and started the search for contacting a Seattle Rodent Pest Control Service to exterminate the rat infestation and provide Attic/Crawlspace Cleanup.
Pest control starts with an inspection of the entire home for a Rat/Mice Infestation
At this point there had been rat sightings and other evidence found throughout the home. The Seattle Rodent Pest Control service investigation begun by locating the rat nests, urine and feces and even found dead rats in the attic and crawlspace. All other rooms in home were also checked for rodent infestation. The pest control technician found that the insulation was damaged due to droppings and pee which creates a horrible smell and germs were airborne throughout the entire home. Because the rat infestation being as widespread as it was an outdoors search for the rodents outside was completed. Areas checked were garages sheds and other areas used for storage. More importantly the perimeter of the home was checked for any and all openings such as, holes, cracks and crevices that were giving the rodents access to the home.
The Cost of Rodent Infestation Removal & Decontamination of Attic or Crawlspace
Having a rat problem can and did cause damage when the Rat patrol made itself comfortable in the home and outside structures. There are many ways these rodent pests can gain entry into a home or building. Good thing to remember is that rats can squeeze through holes the size of a quarter. The damages incurred required the removal of insulation and the installation of new. The attic and crawlspace needed to be thoroughly cleaned. The Rats and Mice left stains and unpleasant odors and thus required the need to deodorize areas affected. All entry points around the outside were checked for entry points and all holes, cracks and crevices were sealed to prevent further access to the home. All provided by the professional pest control technician.
Prices of Professional Rat and Mouse Extermination services
Rats and mice are the rodents most often found in houses. An exterminator will perform an initial examination to identify what pests are present, where the entry points are, and setting traps. This visit should cost anywhere between $120.00 and $150.00.
After this you should receive a written estimate for continued treatment. This should include sealing points of entry, traps, clean-up, and repairs or decontamination if possible. It should also include any recommended continued treatment. This costs between $200.00 and $1800.00 depending on the size of the property and infestation.
DIY Mice and Rat Control cost of home remedies
Homeowners or Business owners control control mice and rats if diligent and knowledgeable. Traps of all sorts are available, but not all traps are appropriate. Do not use poison or steel traps for pets owners. The steel traps can injure pets.
Live traps – about $2.00 each. These tip forward as the mouse enters and causes a door to shut. The mouse is unharmed and may be released far away from your house.
Snap traps – about $1.00 to $2.00 each. These are the classic wooden mouse traps. Larger ones are used for rats.
Jaw traps – about $3.00 to $5.00 each. These traps have serrated edges, like jaws, and are very effective.
Bait stations – about $5.00 and up depending on capacity. These traps keep poison accessible to mice and rats but inaccessible to children and pets.
Glue traps – $6.00 to $8.00 each. These very sticky pads trap and hold a mouse or rat. Because the animal is left to starve to death, they are considered very inhumane. However, they might be used when all else fails.
Rodent Clean Up Services – Clean up, Sanitize, & Insulation
Rodents are well known for damages caused by chewing and gnawing on the home electrical wiring systems and love wooden doors, and weather strips. Be very aware of the fact that most home fires are due to electrical problems. Because Rodents do love chewing on wires, this can be a huge potential of danger and loss to the home and family. Rodents carry diseases and bacteria that puts the residents’ health and well-being at risk. Having a rat infestation is highly stressful and brings fear and anxiety. That is why it’s time to get rid of these nasty pests by calling in a Pest Control Exterminator.
The homeowner made the decision to contact a Seattle rodent pest control service and decided to go with AMPM Exterminators a pest control company that believes in treating the customer with the utmost respect. By being professional and most importantly by being a good listener. This process begins by sending only the most skilled and helpful technicians to the residence Technicians average 10+ years of experience, and are trained to work with this type of rodent Infestation/Cleanup in Crawlspace and Attic.
AMPM Exterminators
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Phone: 4254950306
Address:15127 NE 24th St. Suite 221
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