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Quality Pest Control and Environmental Services Inc
Rodents
Rodents live in and around homes, farms, commercial establishments, as well as in open fields and agricultural lands. The onset of cold weather each fall is said to cause mice to move into structures in search of shelter and food. Rodents eat many types of food but prefer seeds and grain. They are not hesitant to sample new foods and are considered "nibblers," sampling many kinds of items that may exist in their environment. Foods high in fat, protein, or sugar may be preferred even when grain and seed also are present. Such items include bacon, chocolate candies, butter and nutmeats. Rodents destroy considerably more food than they consume.
Controlling Rodents by making it impossible for them to enter structures is the best way to eliminate and control indoor populations. Most often rodent proofing can be accomplished with minimum effort. A building can be rodent proofed by eliminating all openings larger than 1/4 inch. Even after this is done, rodents can slip through open doors and windows, gain access along plumbing and other utility lines or be transported indoors with any merchandise. Exclusion also includes repairing doors and windows that do not operate properly or shut securely. Do not forget to inspect and repair air vents that may not be in sound working order.
Rodents live in and around homes, farms, commercial establishments, as well as in open fields and agricultural lands. The onset of cold weather each fall is said to cause mice to move into structures in search of shelter and food. Rodents eat many types of food but prefer seeds and grain. They are not hesitant to sample new foods and are considered "nibblers," sampling many kinds of items that may exist in their environment. Foods high in fat, protein, or sugar may be preferred even when grain and seed also are present. Such items include bacon, chocolate candies, butter and nutmeats. Rodents destroy considerably more food than they consume.
Controlling Rodents by making it impossible for them to enter structures is the best way to eliminate and control indoor populations. Most often rodent proofing can be accomplished with minimum effort. A building can be rodent proofed by eliminating all openings larger than 1/4 inch. Even after this is done, rodents can slip through open doors and windows, gain access along plumbing and other utility lines or be transported indoors with any merchandise. Exclusion also includes repairing doors and windows that do not operate properly or shut securely. Do not forget to inspect and repair air vents that may not be in sound working order.
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"Gregory Carmichael"
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"Gregory Carmichael"
All Rights reserved
Mailing: P.O. Box 3931 Sebring, Florida 33871-3931
(863) 382-0006
2512 Dolphin Drive Sebring, Florida 33870
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In order for a large population of rodents to flourish, there has to be an abundance of food and water, as well as easy access to a cozy nesting site. By removing or reducing the factors that make any pest population abundant, you remove and reduce the pest. Proper storage of possible rodent food, removal of undesirable vegetation (grass, weeds) and taking care of rubbish, lumber piles or old equipment are just a few examples of good sanitation practices. Homeowners must also realize that pet foods and wild bird feed are all tasty meals for rodents.