BB guns are popular recreational shooting tools and are often thought of as toys by many people. However, they have some level of power behind them, which leads to the question: can a BB gun kill a rat? Rats can be quite a persistent nuisance and are known to cause significant damage to homes and … Read more
Rats have a notoriously bad reputation as unwanted guests in many homes and buildings. While these rodents can be quite clever in finding ways to infiltrate living spaces, a common concern among homeowners is whether rats can come through air vents. The short answer is, yes, rats can indeed enter a home or building through … Read more
A rat infestation can lead to all sorts of problems, from damage to your home to disease exposure. While using rat poison is an effective way to kill the rat population infesting your home, it can also be dangerous and potentially fatal for pets and small children. Key Points: Because of this, rat poison isn’t … Read more
Mice are pesky little creatures that can find their way into your home and, unfortunately, your couch. If you suspect that you have a mouse problem on your couch, it’s important to take action quickly to avoid further infestation. Key Points: Sometimes it can be difficult to know if the mice are simply passing over … Read more
Mice are unwelcome visitors in most homes, especially when they start chewing through your home to skitter inside. They can destroy your home, chewing through wiring, gas pipes, walls, and wood. On top of that, they can get into your food supplies, leaving behind droppings and a host of diseases, including hantavirus, salmonellosis, and listeria. … Read more
When it comes to pesticides and pest repellents, it is hard to get over the strong chemical smells and often harmful toxic ingredients that can be inhaled or absorbed through the skin. Although infrequent exposure to these chemicals is much better than living in a rat-infested area, it would be nice to have a way … Read more
Adult raccoons can be aggressive animals who hunt for food at night. Despite the reputation for being dangerous to humans, which they can be when it comes to strong smells and sanitation, raccoons dig latrines to keep waste away from food sources and nests. Because of their sense of smell, raccoons tend to be clean … Read more
Rodents aren’t the most welcome houseguests, as they usually take folks by surprise, blowing their cover and effectively startling their hosts. Once in your home, they’ll seek shelter and food, usually from your kitchen. Since the kitchen is the hub of food preparation, tiny mouse feet and droppings are the last thing you want on … Read more
I used to love watching rabbits race across my yard until the first year I planted a vegetable garden. I knew rabbits were herbivores, but I had no idea they could eat many plants so quickly. After losing all of my precious tomato plants that first season, I knew I had to figure out how … Read more
Rodent infestations are common in homes and offices and lead to significant property damage worldwide. House mice have the habit of nesting in walls and using any soft material they can find for bedding during the cold winter months. Rodent droppings and mouse excrement can cause horrible odors in the walls and additional damage to … Read more