You Warehouse Stock is in Danger if it Has Rat Infestation

1. You Warehouse Stock is in Danger if it Has Rat Infestation Most warehouses need pest control periodically to remove any sign of rodent infestation. Rodents like rats and mice migrate to buildings and abandoned structures when outside environment become hostile towards them. Rats are basically outdoor animals mostly living in fields and forests. When food becomes scarce and danger of predators becomes great, they move in to human habitat like a warehouse, barn, car garage, backyards etc. A warehouse with its rambling structure and complex storage spaces offer plenty of hidden pockets where rats can build nests. Warehouses are important storage units that store large amount of food items, dairy products, poultry products, cereals, nuts, seeds, cattle feed, vegetables etc. It is a bonanza for rats because they are fond of all the above said food items. If you have rat infestation in your warehouse call BBPP, highly efficient rat removal Peel Region, to remove them effectively from the premises. Why it is necessary to remove rats from warehouse? Rats have the habit of consuming food at regular intervals and on a day they can have about 2 dozen meals though in small quantity. Rats can cause 3 types of damage to your warehouse and they are: 1.Property damage 2.Food and other stock damage 3.Contamination and diseases Property damage Rats cause property damage by gnawing, snipping, shredding, scratching and nibbling dry walls, woodwork, insulation, electricity cables, switch panels, plastic, paper and clothing. You will spend lots of money in replacing or repairing damaged items. Food damage Rats are incessant eaters and in order to access food materials they raid storage shelves and rip open food packets, sacks of grain, cattle feed, pet food etc. Rats are fond of peanut butter and oily stuff so it is obvious that the stored food items are their targets to quench their hunger for their favorite foods. The damage and extent will be bigger if you have a colony of rats living in your warehouse.

2. Contamination and diseases Rats contaminate food items they steal from your racks by urinating on them and defecating. Rat droppings carry deadly viruses like Hantavirus, plague, LCMV, rat-bite-ever etc. They can pass the diseases to you if you physically handle them or through parasite they nurture in their fur. Fleas, ticks and mites living in the fur coated skin of rats will pass them to you by biting. Call BBPP the best rat control Peel Region to prevent such infections. To remove rats from a warehouse, follow these steps: •Seal all entry points: Use steel wool, caulk, or expanding foam to block holes and gaps around pipes, vents, and doors. •Clean up clutter: Remove stacked boxes, crates, and debris that provide shelter for rats. •Store goods properly: Keep goods off the floor, and store them in sealed containers or bins. •Eliminate food sources: Store food and trash in rodent-proof containers, and clean up crumbs and spills promptly. •Set traps: Use humane or traditional snap traps in areas where rat activity is high. •Use natural deterrents: Peppermint oil, lavender, and ultrasonic devices can repel rats. •Install rat guards: Use rat guards on pipes and vents to prevent re-infestation. •Monitor and maintain: Regularly inspect the warehouse for signs of rats and maintain a clean and organized environment. •Remember to follow local regulations and safety guidelines when dealing with rodents. Call professional assistance If the infestation is severe, consider hiring a pest control services like BBPP, thorough professionals and the best rat exterminator Vaughan, who also serve other areas nearby. You can get in touch with them by calling the number 647-910-6315 or send mail to info@bbppcanada.com and get a free quote for your rat removal.