Effective Rodent Control for Business

Rats are a pest difficult to control

Rats are very intelligent animals who quickly learn to avoid traps and get used to repellent methods like strong odors and ultrasounds.

They can even become resistant to certain rat poisons, and in any case, poison is not the most advisable method to control a rat infestation since it can be dangerous for children, non-targeted animals, and the environment.

Risks of a rat infestation in your business

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Loss of image
A public report or viral video of a rodent infestation in your business or factory can mean a significant drop in value and turnover overnight. You lose customer trust and need to regain it.
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Failed audit
A failed inspection or audit often means a cessation of activity, a fine, continued supervision of the health department, or product recalls.
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Production stop
A production stop in the car industry can quickly amount to a loss of 100 million euros per week that the factory is shut down.
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Contamination
Rats are carriers of diseases and bacteria such as salmonella, E.Coli, Weil's disease, which they can transfer (in)directly to our food or drinking water. If contaminated food gets consumed, you could be sued.
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Extermination costs
Rats reproduce very quickly, one pair of rats can produce more than 1000 offspring per year. Once they are present in large numbers, it can take a lot of time and money to exterminate the rats.
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Gnaw damage
You suffer damage to machines, infrastructure, electrical wiring, vehicles or stock. Their gnawing can even lead to a fire hazard. This has great financial consequences for your business.
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FAQ about rats

What is the size of a rat?
An adult sewer rat is 20 to 30 cm long with a tail that is almost as long as the body. She weighs 100 - 500gr. A black rat is approx. 15 to 24 cm long with an even longer tail (up to 130%).
What is the appearance of rat droppings?
Rat droppings are banana shaped and dark brown. Sewer rats: +- 2 cm long, looks less rounded and shorter than those of black rats: +-1 cm long. If the rat poop is soft or shiny, this indicates an active infestation.
How fast do rats reproduce?
A female rat can have multiple litters in a year, ranging from 4-12. Each litter can consist of 6-12+ pups, but the average is 8. Given these reproductive characteristics, a pair of rats can potentially produce hundreds of offspring within a year if left unchecked.
What do rats consume and how much?
Sewer rats feed on both vegetable and animal food (rich in protein & starch), such as meat, grain, seeds, snails, larvae, bird eggs,... The roof rat mainly eats vegetable food. A rat eats 20-25 gr./day.
Is it possible to have rats as pets?
Yes, there are approximately 65 species of rats in total, and some of them can indeed be kept as domestic pets. These rodents are known for their high intelligence and social nature, allowing them to form close bonds with their owners and be trained. It's important to note that attempting to domesticate a wild rat is not recommended, as they have different behaviors and may carry diseases.
Where do rats hide during daytime?
Rats are nocturnal rodents and tend to rest or find shelter during the day, often within their burrows, which they construct underground or in concealed spaces like wall crevices and ceilings. However, when food is in short supply, they may venture out during daylight hours.
Are rats dangerous?
Rats are mainly active at night and prefer to avoid people. They typically won't initiate attacks on humans unless they feel trapped or threatened. However, the real risk lies in the damage they cause through their gnawing and their urine and feces, which can contaminate food, water, and various surfaces, leading to the spread of diseases.
How can you identify the presence of a rat infestation?
You can identify a rat infestation if you find feces, brown/black smear marks on walls, gnawing damage to stock, material or infrastructure, torn soft materials, odor nuisance or hear nightly scribbling.
Could rats potentially initiate a fire or trigger a short circuit?
Yes, because rats gnaw on materials they come across when exploring their environment, the insulation around electrical cables can be eaten, resulting in a short circuit and fire.
Do rats go away by themselves?
Rats do not typically go away by themselves once they've established a presence in an area. They tend to stay and reproduce as long as they have a source of food, water, and shelter.

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