Identifying the sources that attract rodents is the first place to start in eliminating these pests in and around your property. The three things you need to take care of are their access to food, water, and places to build their nests.

Food

Don’t leave pet food bowls available for rodents. Keep countertops free of spills and crumbs and store food packages, such as crackers and cookies inside non-edible containers. Also, store your pet’s food in heavy-duty containers.

Water

Rodents need water. Remove all sources such as pet water bowls or half-empty glasses.

Nesting

Clutter, such as cardboard boxes, is a rodent’s best friend. Use plastic containers and don’t allow clutter build-up on the floor.

Prevention

Things you can do to prevent an infestation includes maintenance, such as sealing and caulking around cracks and crevices, adding a rubber seal beneath doors that rodents can slip under, using steel wool or other products rodents can’t chew through around indoor and outdoor piping, and filling gaps around washing machine vents that are easy entryways into your property. You can also use the expert services of an NYC rodent exterminator to handle the problem quickly and efficiently.

No one wants rodents lurking and nesting inside or out as rodents are disease carriers and they can damage your property. When you need professionals on the job, contact Stern. We’ll send an NYC rodent exterminator who’ll take care of business.