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How to Choose A Rodent Removal Company

Written by Kevin on . Posted in Attic Rats, Rat Proofing, Roof Rats. No Comments on How to Choose A Rodent Removal Company

So you’ve got rats in your attic… now what? If you’re dealing with a rodent infestation, time is of the essence. You’ll want to call a professional rodent removal company right away to remove any lingering rodents, protect your family’s health and prevent lasting damage to your home. Here are a few tips for choosing a rodent removal company:

 

Understand Your Options.

There are two main types of rodent removal company out there – extermination companies and rodent proofing companies. Understanding what both types of companies really offer is crucial to deciding which company you’ll call.

  • Exterminators – Extermination companies focus specifically on killing live rodents and other pests. Companies advertising general pest control, that place emphasis on trapping and poisoning services are usually extermination companies. These companies will use things like rodent trapping and poisoning to control the rodent population in your home. If you plan on using an extermination company be sure to ask them about what kinds of poisons they may be used in your home as these can be harmful to pets and small children. Also ask them about discounts on ongoing service contracts as well, as rodents breed quickly and a single extermination session is unlikely to eliminate a rodent infestation permanently.
  • Rodent Proofing – Rodent proofing companies focus on sealing up entry points in your home to eliminate rodent infestations permanently. These companies are often made up of construction and cleaning specialists rather than traditional pest control specialists. Rodent proofing is a complex process, but is usually performed without the use of dangerous poisons or traps, which is ideal for people with curious pets or small children. Be sure to ask if they offer cleaning services as well as you will want to have the infested area thoroughly decontaminated after all rodent entry points have been sealed.

 

 

Choose A Company With A Guarantee.

It is crucial to work with a rodent removal company that guarantees their services and really stands behind their work. That way, if anything goes wrong or your home becomes reinfested you’ll be able to rest easy knowing that the company that did the work is also willing to take full responsibility for any mistakes and fix them promptly.

 

Things to Keep In Mind:

A pest control service might do a great job in the trapping and removal of rats, mice, or other squirrelly rodents, but they do not have the incentive to keep them out. Rodent-proofing goes beyond the trapping or killing of rats and actually seals your home so rodents do not have a point of entry. Identifying and properly fortifying points of entry can take experience, after all, rodents are experts at sneaking into safe homes and turning them into nests.

 

Find Out What Others Have To Say.

When you’re looking to hire a rodent removal company be sure to look for company testimonials and reviews. Don’t just look at the testimonials they have put on their site either. Be sure to look at sites like Yelp, the BBB and Angie’s List to find out exactly what their customers are saying about them. Companies with a high number of good reviews are more likely to be doing good quality work.

 

Rodent infestations are damaging to both your home and your health. Subpar rodent removal companies can fail to fully treat rodent infestation or even leave your home vulnerable to future infestation. This is why it is crucial to find a reputable rodent removal company that guarantees their work and will solve your problem quickly, efficiently and permanently.

Call Attic Construction

 

For more information on San Diego or Orange County rodent proofing, contact the rodent proofing specialists at Attic Construction today by calling 858-609-8118. Our technicians are happy to answer your questions and will provide you with FREE initial home inspection and written report!

Rodent Proofing vs. Extermination

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If you’ve had issues with a rodent infestation in your home, you may have noticed that rodent control companies have two very distinct ways of dealing with your rodent issue. Many traditional pest control companies emphasize extermination services, while other companies may offer “rodent proofing” services. Understanding the difference between these two types of rodent control services is crucial to selecting a rodent control company that meets your needs and will solve your rat problem for good.

 

Extermination Means Poison And Traps.

When a pest control company talks about extermination services they are talking about poison and traps. Simply put, the goal of extermination is to kill off the active rat population in your home using rodent traps and rat poison. Unfortunately, although this sounds like it would be the easiest solution, extermination comes with a long list of cons, including:

  • Time Consuming – Extermination is not a “quick fix” for your rodent problem. It can take several days and multiple doses of poison to kill a rat.
  • Dangerous For Children And Pets – Leaving poison or active traps around your home can be hazardous, especially to small children and pets. If you are opting to hire an exterminator be sure you know what chemicals will be used in your home and where so that you can set up the proper precautions to keep your children and pets safe.
  • Unsanitary – Poisoned rats can die in the walls of your home, leaving you rotting animal carcasses in your attic and crawlspaces. These decaying bodies can cause foul odors and provide a breeding ground for bacteria and disease.
  • A Temporary Solution – Rats breed quickly. Trapping and poisoning rats might kill-off some of the current infestation, but it does nothing to protect your home from future infestation. This makes trapping and poisoning rodents a full-time, never-ending job!

 

Rodent Proofing Is Permanent.

Rodent proofing a home is the only way to ensure that your home will be permanently protected from future rodent infestation. Best of all, rodent proofing can be done without any dangerous chemicals or traps. How does it work? The rodent proofing process is done in 3 phases:

  • Phase 1: Inspection – Every rodent proofing job will start with inspection of your attic for rodent entry access points. Rodent infestation is only possible when these holes and gaps are left unsealed.
  • Phase 2: Sealing – After identifying all possible rodent access points, these entry ways are sealed with professional grade sealant and steel mesh, denying access to new rodents and preventing infestation.
  • Phase 3: Cleanup – Once all the entry points are sealed your attic is cleaned, disinfected and deodorized.

 

Whether you choose to hire a company specializing rodent clean up or one skilled in extermination, it is important to act quickly if you suspect your home is infested. Rodents can damage your home and spread disease, so it is absolutely imperative to call a professional pest control or rodent proofing company right away!

 

Call Attic Construction

 

For more information about rodent proofing, contact Attic Construction today by calling 858-609-8118. Our San Diego and Orange County rodent proofing technicians are happy to answer your questions and will provide you with FREE initial home inspection and written report!

Why Hire A Professional Rodent Control Company?

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The internet is teeming with DIY instructions for everything these days, from how to decorate a room to how to change a tire. However, if you think that you have a rodent infestation you should know that DIY rodent removal or even a simple attic cleaning during an infestation can be dangerous. To avoid the serious risks posed by a DIY job, call a professional attic cleaning andome inspection and written report! rodent control company instead. The highly skilled technicians employed by professional rodent control companies will know exactly how to handle your rodent problem and the cleanup involved once the initial infestation is taken care of.

 

Still think DIY is the way to go? Before you start looking for DIY solutions, take the time to consider just a few of the risks posed by DIY rodent control and cleaning:

 

Health Hazards

– Rodents carry diseases. Spending time an attic with an active rodent infestation means you risk exposing yourself to any number of dangerous diseases, including – hanta virus, hemmorhagic fever, salmonella, rat bite fever and typhus. Hiring a professional attic cleaning and rodent control company with the proper equipment and fully trained technicians will ensure that your rodent problem is dealt with and your attic thoroughly decontaminated without having to risk your own personal health.

 

Animal Bites

– Attempting to capture rodents on your own, or even trying to clean your attic during an active rodent infestation puts you at risk of getting bitten by live rodents or other animals who may still be living in your attic. Protect yourself by letting professional rodent control technicians handle the job of getting rid of the rodents living in your attic.

 

Dangerous Debris

– Attic rats love to chew through electrical wiring and build their nests in your attic insulation, littering your attic and crawlspace with all sorts of dangerous debris. Attempting a DIY job in your attic leaves you vulnerable to coming in contact with all sorts of hazardous debris, including – frayed or exposed electrical wiring, destroyed insulation, rotting animal carcasses, and rodent urine, feces and other contaminants. A professional rodent control company is prepared with all the necessary equipment and knowledge to spot and remove troublesome debris in safe way, without causing harming your health or your home.

 

A rodent infestation poses a serious threat to your home and the people in it. Roof rats can cause lasting damage to your home and the diseases they carry can be harmful to you and your loved ones. If you think you’ve got a rodent infestation in your attic, then do not attempt to find a DIY solution to your problem. Instead, call a professional rodent control company right away! Doing so will help ensure that your attic remains rat free and that your family’s health and safety are protected.

 

Call Attic Construction

 

For more information about rodent control and attic decontamination services, contact the rodent proofing and attic cleaning specialists at Attic Construction today by calling 858-609-8118. Our technicians are happy to answer your questions and will provide you with FREE initial home inspection and written report!

We provide attic cleaning services in Orange County to the greater Phoenix, AZ area as well! To learn more about our services, don’t hesitate to ask us today.

Importance of Attic and Crawl Space Insulation

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Attic insulation ensures your home stays at a comfortable temperature, keeping you cool in the summer and warm in the winter.

This is especially crucial during winter and summer months when we need to use heaters and air conditioning units to maintain a comfortable living environment. Unfortunately, without proper attic insulation, you may find yourself spending more money to keep your home comfortable enough for you and your family. This is because lack of proper attic and crawl spaces insulation allows heat to migrate from one space to another and therefore increasing your energy consumption and ultimately your electricity bills. Having a proper insulation is important to ensure that your living spaces are not only comfortable but also affordable to heat and cool.

There are various types of attic insulation’s available in the market. The following two are some of the types of attic insulation available.

1. Batt insulation

It is also referred to as rolled insulation or insulation rolls. This type is designed in such a way that it is able to fit in between rafters, joists or studs. Though they can be made from different materials, the most common material available is fiberglass. The procedure involves installing each piece at a time and ensuring that each piece is cut and shaped in a manner that ensures maximum coverage.

2. Blown-In insulation

This type is also known as the loose fill fiberglass insulation. It is installed into the attic using special equipment that blows in the material. It is very efficient because it ensures that every part of the attic is covered including the smallest crevices and cracks. This form of attic insulation is very cost effective.

The following are some of the reasons why you should invest on efficient attic insulation:

Reduced energy bills

Insulation works by acting as a barrier for heat transfer in the summer it prevents heat from entering the living space and in the winter it prevents the heat from escaping into the outside.

Without proper attic insulation, you tend to consume more energy because heat generated inside the living space escapes through the cracks. Proper insulation ensures efficient energy consumption in that you do not need to keep you heater or air conditioning on all day long to keep you home warm or cool enough. Reduced energy consumption leads to lower energy bills and increased savings.

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