Rat Control Libode is an important step in the right direction for any home or business with a Rat or Rodent Infestation. Pest Rats such as Black Rats and Brown Rats are vectors for disease. Rats have the ability to cause extensive damage to stored goods and are even what nightmares are made of to others. In high level Rat Infestations they even have the ability to start electrical fires in vehicles and homes.
If your looking for an integrative and tailored Rat Control solution here in Libode, your have come to the right place. Rat Control Libode are the masters in Rat, Mouse and Rodent Management.
Rat Control Libode is essential for the safety of your loved ones
Rats are Rodents, like many other small mammals they are unsanitary and dangerous to have around. It not like a Rat will attach you in your sleep but indirectly an out of control Rat Infestation can be fatal or at least detrimental to your health. Here are a few of the top reasons to have a professional Rat Control treatment carried out to your home or workplace.
Rodents such as Rats carry diseases:
There are two ways in which Rats can spread disease. Direct methods are where humans come in contact with Rat urine or fecal matter and indirect methods are where humans come in contact with Fleas or other parasites carried by Rats. Rat Control Libode has compiled a list of the more common or well known diseases here in Libode that are directly associated by Rats.
- Salmonella is the most common directly spread bacterial disease here in Libode. Salmonella, commonly referred to food poisoning in a bacteria that grows and thrives on spoiled foods. Salmonella is commonly spread by Rats that walk over work surfaces and urinate and defecate on open food stuffs.
The common symptoms for Salmonella poisoning are cramps, fever, abdominal cramps and vomiting. More nasty symptoms are dehydration, this usually happens in the elderly and kids with a weakened immune system.
Salmonella can even cause Enteritis, this is when the bacteria enters your small intestine. Typhoid fever is also caused by Salmonella bacteria. This is where it enters your lymphatic system. Salmonella can become deadly if left untreated and can lead to septic shock and even Meningitis in children. - Bubonic Plague is very rare but an example of a disease indirectly spread by Rats. The Bubonic Plague or otherwise known as Black Death was responsible for the death of between 30 – 60% of the entire population in Europe during the 14th century. Bubonic Plague though rare is still present now days. This disease is spread by ecto-parasites such as Fleas. The Rat Flea is the common vector for this nasty disease. If given a half a change Libode and South Africa call for victim to such an outbreak. Rodent Control Libode play an important role in preventing the spread of diseases.
Rats cause damage and fires
- Damage to stored goods is commonly cause by a Rat infestation that has gained access to warehouses and shops. Rat Control Libode can put an end to the damage caused to Textiles, furniture or even stored foods. Damage to stored goods can amount to tend of thousands but can be avoided with a comprehensive Rat Management program.
- Electrical fires are also cause by an infestation of Rats. Electrical fires caused by Rats are usually cause by the shorting of circuitry and open wires in motor vehicles and roofs. Rats gnaw away on the coating of wires exposing them. Rats also urinate on circuitry if they frequent the area. Computers are common problems, Rodents find the heat generated by computers and other electrical appliances and items irresistible.
There are many Rat Related diseases present here in Libode with many documented cases too close to home. Its up to each and everyone of up to do our part in preventing Rat Infestations in Libode and South Africa. It may start with something as simple as just cleaning your garden and correct refuse removal. Let us walk you through making your home Rat free.
Two common species of Rats treated by Rat Control Libode
There are two common Rat types found local to Libode. They may be very closely related but frequent slightly different areas. They differ slightly in appearance and personality but are pests never the less.
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Brown Rats (Rattus norvegicus) otherwise known as Norway Rats or Sewer Rats are the most common species. They are the larger of the two species with adults weighing in at about 350g average. The Brown Rat is a dirty brown color, the shade and color largely relates to the areas they are found and frequent. Brown Rats should be identified by body shape rather than color.
Brown Rats here in Libode are frequently found in sewers and tunnels under ground. They have a metropolitan diet ranging from road kill to old food in bins and even Crawling Insects they find on their journey. Brown Rats can be found in roofs of homes but are not as common as they are more heavy set and less agile as Black Rats.
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Black Rats are also very common here in Libode. Black Rats, also known as Ship Rats or Roof Rats are smaller and more slender. They are a more agile 230g maximum. Black Rats are seldom pitch black, once again the color is largely dictated by the region the are from. Black Rats are most commonly Dark Brown to Black with a nearly white underbelly.
Back Rats here in Libode frequent trees and roofs. They are fast moving and very agile. Black Rats are avid climbers and can use anything from trees and vines to telephone wires and down pipes to gain access to your home. Much like their cousins Roof Rats are omnivorous eating anything from Cockroaches and Insects to fruit from trees.
Stop Rats now with help from our Rat Control Libode experts
Rats are quite a problem here in Libode. They are a nuisance to have around and can even be detrimental to our health. Its up to each and every one of us t pull our weight and ensure our premises is free from Rodents and other disease causing Pests.
Stop Rats right in their tracks with the help of Rat Control Libode specialists. We provide free quotations that are no obligation. Our seasoned staff are full of hints and tips on how to keep Rats away from your garden and home with the least possible negative impact on the environment. Pest Control Port Elizabeth may be the Professional Exterminators in the Eastern Cape but we believe in a safer, integrative approach to Pest management.
