Keeping your property rodent-free isn’t just about dealing with the immediate problem—it’s about stopping future infestations for good. Proper proofing is key, and it needs to be done by a trained pest control technician who understands rodent behaviour and can identify their entry points. While proofing may take time and involve an upfront cost, it saves money in the long run by preventing repeated callouts for pest issues.
Before we start treatment, there are a few things you should do to reduce the chances of rodents returning:
Stop feeding wild birds. Don’t put food waste on your compost heap.
Clean up crumbs from under your cooker and cabinets.
Remove pet food when it’s not in use.
Handle contaminated items with care—wear gloves and wash hands thoroughly.
After treatment, you need to take steps to stop rodents from returning. Here’s what you should do:
Avoid feeding wild birds, as spilled seeds attract rodents. Store pet food in rodent-proof containers and clear up any spills. Dispose of animal waste properly—never add it to a compost heap. Secure hutches and animal enclosures to prevent rodent access. Keep rubbish bins tightly closed at all times. Regularly check your compost heap to ensure it’s not harboring rats. Cut back vegetation near your property to remove potential rodent shelter.
Our Pest Shield technicians are experts in rodent behaviour and will inspect your property to identify and seal potential entry points. Often, multiple access routes exist, so various areas may need to be proofed, including air bricks and utility entry points.
Rodents are skilled at moving unseen through walls, lofts, and under floorboards. In terraced houses, they may be entering several doors down from where they’re actually spotted. A thorough inspection of the entire building—including drains, pipes, and conduits—is essential to fully resolve the issue.
Mice can squeeze through gaps as small as 1cm! Older-style air bricks allow easy access, while even newer plastic vents can be gnawed through by determined rats.
That’s why we install stainless steel mesh air brick covers to block rodent entry while maintaining airflow.
In cases where external proofing isn’t possible, we seal internal gaps around pipes, cables, and boxed-in areas in kitchens, lofts, and bathrooms—common access points for rodents inside buildings. If we suspect they’re entering through underground drainage, we may recommend a camera drain survey and, if necessary, install a sewer one-way return valve to stop rats from emerging from the drains.
Want to keep your property rodent-free? Contact Pest Shield today for expert proofing solutions!
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