While some rodents may be cute to admire in the pet store, the thought of having wild rats scurrying throughout your home can be disturbing. They can destroy our homes by gnawing on and chewing through pipes in search of water. Rodents also destroy wires, cords, water hoses, wooden doors, clothing, furniture, walls and small gardens. In large numbers they can even annihilate fields of crops! In search of food they raid our cabinets and pantries, scurrying over our dinner plates and the food we eat, ultimately contaminating everything they touch. If they get a hold of your trash can, it’s game over. There is sure to be a huge mess to clean up. Here in D.C. and the surrounding areas, we were dubbed #5 in the Nation for having the most rats in city by the Washington Post in 2017. So, if you have a rodent problem in your home, you are not alone. Last year, the D.C. Department of Health’s rodent control division saw 2,000 more reported rat cases than it did the year prior. There are more than 50 different species of rats. To get rid of them it’s important to know what type of rat you have in your home. Two of the most common found in our area are Norway rats and Roof rats. Eagle Pest Services will explain the differences between the two and give some helpful information on how to get them out of your home and avoid them in the future.
There are lots of pests that can really give you a run for your money. Some become an infestation quickly while others cause damage to your home. When it comes to a pest that needs special attention and can stay hidden without being detected for some time the bed bug tops the list. They are a pest that anyone can come in contact with. Have you ever been on a flight or stayed at a hospital or hotel? Then you have put yourself at risk of bed bugs. That does not mean that you need to stay locked in your home but you should be cautious about what you are doing and how to be careful. When you have people over whether it is family or friends you need to know what they are bringing with them.
The Yellow Sac Spider is a common spider that is found in our home state of Virginia. In fact, this spider species is considered to be one of Virginia's most dangerous. However their venom is much weaker than a recluse spider bite. Even so, a Yellow Sac spider bite can leave skin tissue damage and can resemble a brown recluse bite. This spider will accidentally wander into homes as they hunt and are in search of food. They hide during the day and encounters in most cases are accidental. Due to their bite they are an unwelcome guest that should be prevented. Eagle Pest Services will share how to identify and control yellow sac spiders.
There are a number of pests that will invade homes come the fall season. One is the White Footed Mouse. These little rodents are often found invading homes during both spring and fall, just before extreme weather sets in. You may have already seen them roaming around your home. Before autumn, they will begin collecting food for winter much like squirrels. If you’ve seen a white footed mouse foraging around your home, there is a good chance they have made a nest nearby or inside your home. Eagle Pest Services will share how to identify and control white footed mice.