Rat Bait Toxicity Explained: Why the Active Ingredient Matters for Pets and Wildlife
Why rat and mouse poison poses different risks to dogs, cats and wildlife Not all rat and mouse poisons are the same. Different active ingredients and bait concentrations can present very different risks to dogs, cats and wildlife. One product might reduce the risk of poisoning an animal that eats a poisoned mouse (for example) […]
Why Cholecalciferol Is Changing Professional Rodent Control
Why Cholecalciferol Is Changing Professional Rodent Control When a pest controller places rodent bait, the assumption is often one rat poison is much like any other. Clients often quite rightly give little thought to the product chosen, let alone the active ingredient selected and how its use fits into the wider treatment plan. For many […]
Can Rats Climb Drains, Toilets and Sewer Pipes?
Can Rats Climb Drains, Toilets and Sewer Pipes? It sounds unbelievable, but yes — rats can climb drains, sewer pipes, vertical pipework and even get into buildings through toilets and drainage systems. Thankfully rats coming out of a toilet is fairly rare. Drainage systems however are one of the most common causes of long-standing and […]
Is rat poison safe to use around pets?
One of the most common issues we deal with is rats entering domestic properties. Naturally, many homeowners are concerned about how to deal with the problem safely — especially when pets are involved. In an ideal world, traps would always be used first. Trapping allows for the removal of the dead rat, reducing the risk […]
What to Do If You Have Rats in the Loft
What to Do If You Have Rats in the Loft Practical advice from the pest pros at The Pest Company If you suspect rats have taken up residence in your loft, the noise can be a real annoyance and keep you awake at night. Rats left unchecked can also cause structural damage, chew wiring, contaminate […]
How to Get Rid of Rats – A Quick Guide to Rat Control
How to Get Rid of Rats – A Quick Guide to Rat Control Rats are clever and endlessly adaptable. After many years of professional pest control experience, I can confidently say this: rats still surprise me. They can exploit the smallest weaknesses in a building, learn quickly, and rarely do what you expect. That’s why, […]
Rats in BBC Headlines: Hype, Reality, and What It Means for Homes and Businesses
Rats in the Headlines: Hype, Reality, and What It Means for Homes and Businesses It seems you can’t open a news site these days without spotting a story about rats. From the recent “bin drama” in Birmingham to national headlines, rodents are having their fifteen minutes of fame. The latest BBC News article highlights the […]
Rising Rat Problems in York: Why Calls Spike Every Autumn
Rising Rat Problems in York: Why Calls Spike Every Autumn As autumn arrives in North Yorkshire, The Pest Company has noticed a sharp increase in rat control callouts across York. Over the past few weeks, more homeowners and businesses have been contacting us about scratching noises in lofts, droppings in kitchens, and sightings of rats […]
Investing in Smarter Technology: Our New CCTV Drain Camera In Yorkshire
At The Pest Company, we’re always looking for ways to improve the service we provide to our customers. That’s why we’ve recently our Yorkshire team has invested in the latest CCTV drain inspection technology—a camera with a pan and tilt head. This new tool takes our inspections to the next level, helping us find hidden […]
Rat Removal Leeds: What You Need to Know
If you’ve spotted signs of a rat infestation, heard scratching in the loft, or found droppings in your kitchen or garage, it could indicate a rodent problem. Rats can spread disease, cause significant property damage, and multiply quickly if not addressed. That’s why professional rat removal Leeds services are essential to protect your home or […]