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Rodent Pest Control - Brisbane
Rats or mice invading your home or business?
Rodent Control Experts | Redlands and Brisbane
If you are hearing strange noises in the roof or you are finding gnawed packets of food in the pantry, it’s time to call the rodent control experts at AllPro Pest Control.
Rodent problems (rats and mice) can be difficult to control. Success comes from understanding which rodent is causing the problem, applying the appropriate rodent treatment and correcting the conditions that allowed the rodents to enter the building, so that re-infestation does not occur. AllPro Pest Control provide rodent control programs to eliminate your rodent problem.
Our Rodent Control Treatments
Standard rodent treatment
A basic rodent treatment can be added on to our general pest control treatment. This is only really suitable as a preventative treatment or if the occasional unwanted visitor has been noticed. The treatment typically involves placing rodent bait in a locked bait station in the roof space or other location where the rodent is active. If however, a more significant rodent problem is suspected, we will need to carry out a specific rodent control treatment program.
Our rodent control programs
The first part of any rodent control program is to carry out an inspection. It is vital to identify the species, map the areas of activity, how the rodents are accessing the property and if possible, locate the nest. The correct control program can then be put in place to solve the problem. This may involve the use of rodent baits or traps to control the non-native species, or traps to remove and re-home any native species (it is illegal to kill native rat species).
A rodent control program requires at least 2 visits for the most straightforward problem, an initial visit to carry out an inspection and place control measures and a follow up visit to confirm eradication and remove any baits / traps. For more involved problems or serious infestations, it may take several visits to gain control and sometimes an ongoing control program may need to be put in place.
The use of any rodent products not only takes into account the species, but any safety considerations; children, pets, food areas, etc. We always use lockable bait stations in our baiting programs and stations will be placed out of the reach of children and pets. However, sometimes this is not possible and so alternative techniques such as traps may need to be used.
Commercial rodent programs
If you are a commercial or industrial business, we can put together a regular rodent service, to ensure you keep your premises rodent free and have the required documentation to support any regulatory requirements.
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Amazing. On time by the minute, confirmation emails and messages as it approached my appointment. Just awesome.
Great service thanks Darryl. Prompt and explained everything thoroughly.
Joshua did a great job for us this afternoon with an indoor and outdoor spray. He was on time, very courteous and thorough and we’re very happy with his work.
I had Barry come around as I had an infestion of earwigs and he is an absolute legend! Not only did he go above and beyond, his customer service and integrity are second to none. I haven't seen anymore earwigs and I have found 3 dead cockroaches today! Barry and the admin team on the phone are the absolute best - you can't beat them, and even got me in the next day. As a side note, I went with another popular pest service in the Redlands previously who could not treat earwigs (and therefore honour their warranty) so just goes to show that All Pro are the way to go! 10+ stars guys!Update: Josh came this time for our next annual spray and he also did an awesome job! Thanks guys
Amazing Allpro, were professional, courteous and accommodating. They went over and above when we needed our termite barrier completed by a specific date, completing the barrier earlier than required. Barry was so easy to deal with - friendly and knowledgable. Adam completed our pest control and was also very helpful and thoroughly explained everything that had been completed.Shani & Toni were great with communicating all relevant details and following up if needed.I would highly recommend Allpro to anyone looking for a termite barrier or general pest control.
☆☆☆☆☆This is my first time writing a review for a pest control service, and I couldn't be happier! I've used several different companies in he past, but this one is by far the best.A special shout-out to Joshua he is incredibly detailed and provides outstanding service. It's rare to find a technician who truly understands WHAT they re doing and, more importantly, WHY they're doing it. Joshua stands out from the rest with his expertise and professionalism. Highly recommend this company for anyone looking for quality pest control!
Great service, always on time and good coverage on the house. The few times I’ve had ants come back within the 12 months they always come and re-treat the area for free. Been using them for a few years now and no complaints.
Excellent. Turned up on time, very friendly technicians, explained everything, left no mess and good value for money. Very happy.
We had AllPro Pest Control in for our yearly pest control, very friendly team and great service, totally recommend these guys. Darryl was very knowledgeable and explained everything well. Thanks guys
Darryl provided a fantastic service! He was friendly, informative and professional. I have been going through AllPro Pest Control for the last four years and have always been very happy with the service provided. Will be back again next year!
Company is very easy to deal with. Turned up at the exact time they advised. Darryl was fantastic. Thank you.
Fantastic service all round! From the office staff who were extremely helpful in providing the relevant information I needed and booking the service, to Barry who conducted the service on the day! All pro Pest Control are prompt, professional, helpful and a pleasure to deal with. I highly recommend this company to anyone and everyone who might need this kind of service in their home.
How to rodent proof your home...
To aid in the control and prevent future infestations, the recommended rodent proofing and sanitation measures also need to be implemented.
There are two main activities homeowners can do to minimize the chances of rodents or possums taking up residence;
1) Rodent / possum proof the building
- Seal any holes / cracks in the floors, walls and roofing
- Remove vegetation from the immediate perimeter of the building
- Prune any branches over-hanging the building
2) Improve sanitation
- Place garbage in sealed, rodent proof containers
- All food to be place in sealed, rodent proof containers
- Do not leave pet food outside
- For chickens, rabbits and any other animal that is provided with grain foods, implement a feeding regime that minimises waste food that would be available to rodents
More information on rats and mice...
Rodent Behaviour
Rodents are nocturnal animals. They feed on a wide range of food materials and are more than happy to live around buildings which provide many nesting areas in a warm, safe environment…… with a readily available supply of food and water!
What diseases are carried by rats and mice?
However, what’s good for the rodent is not necessarily good for humans. They are certainly unwanted guests disturbing us with their activities; causing physical damage to buildings and wiring, consuming and contaminating food and making noise. Rodents are associated with the spread of several diseases such as typhus, salmonella, Weil’s disease and rat-bite fever. These are either spread by the rats directly or by the fleas and ticks they carry. Their presence can also set off allergic reaction in sensitive individuals.
With the ability of rats and mice to breed quickly, numbers can quickly get out of control. If you suspect a rodent problem, quick action is key.
Types of rodents
There are 3 rodents that are commonly found in and around houses and commercial buildings. These are the common mouse, the roof rat (or black rat or ship rat) and the brown rat (Norway rat or sewer rat). There are four native animals whose activities may also be confused with these rodents; Antechinus can be confused with the house mouse, the native bush rat can be confused with the black rat and sometimes even brush-tailed and ring-tailed possums can be confused with the brown rat. More information on types of rodents and native marsupials…
Of course it is illegal to harm any native wildlife, so identification and treatment of suspected rodent problems is a job best left to the professionals.
FAQ - Rodent Control
How do I get rid of rodents permanently?
There are two parts to getting rid of rodents, firstly you need to eliminate all rodents inside the building and then you need to rodent proof the building to prevent new rats or mice moving in.
How do I get rid of rodents quickly?
To be honest, the quickest way to get rid of rodents is to use a professional pest manager. The main reason DIY efforts fail is that homeowners do not have the knowledge to correctly identity the type of pest rodents and know enough about their behaviour to design a rodent control program to get quick control. It’s important to know which bait to use, how much bait to use and where to place it. Simply throwing bait into the roof void rarely works (and isn’t very safe).
Where do rats go after eating poison?
The idea that rats and mice go outside to die is a bit of a myth. They can get thirsty as the bait starts to have an effect, so they may go outside to look for water but equally, like most animals when they feel unwell, they will stay near their nest.
Which is the safest rat bait?
As baits are designed to kill rats and mice, which are mammals, there are also dangerous to humans and pets. Some baits are more toxic than others, but there is no “safe” bait.
The baits we use contain bittering agents, to make them unpalatable to humans and dogs. (Cats generally won’t eat bait as they are bait on cereals and cats are carnivores).
We also make sure baits are placed in lockable bait stations and where possible there are placed out of the reach of children and pets.
If there are particular safety concerns we may decide not to used baits at at all in some areas and only used traps instead.
What is the best bait for a mouse trap?
In the cartoons, cheese is often used as bait in mouse traps. However, peanut butter and bacon fat (especially for rats) may be the best baits to start with. However, it is often necessary to try a few different baits as it can depend on what other food the rodents are eating.
Do rodent repellents work?
Rodents like any animals will be repelled by certain smells. However, the level of repellents often incomplete and short lived. Products containing lavender and peppermint are often marketed as repellents, but often don’t have data to support the claims. If they worked professional pest managers would be using them as part of their rodent control programs.
Do electronic rodent repellers work?
Electronic rodent repellers DO NOT WORK. Indeed there have been actions by the ACCC against companies selling such devices and making claims that are not supported by evidence.
Give us a call to see how we can help solve your rodent problems
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AllPro Pest Control provides pest control and termite treatments throughout Redlands, Bayside and Brisbane
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