Exclusion: seal off entry points to prevent rodents from entering your property. Inspect buildings for gaps, cracks, or holes and seal them with appropriate materials such as steel wool, caulk, or wire mesh. Pay attention to areas around pipes, vents, doors, and windows. Read more here.

Sanitation: maintain cleanliness in and around your property. Properly store food in rodent-proof containers, promptly clean up spills and crumbs, and secure trash in tightly sealed bins. Remove clutter and debris that can provide hiding places for rodents.

Habitat modification: make your property less attractive to rodents by changing their habitat. Trim tree branches away from buildings, remove dense vegetation near structures, and keep lawns well-maintained. Limit potential rodent shelters by organising storage areas and clearing away unused items.

Waste management: dispose of garbage properly and use sturdy, tightly sealed containers. Regularly clean outdoor garbage areas and keep them free from food debris. If composting, use enclosed bins and avoid composting meat or dairy products that may attract rodents.

Trapping: use humane traps to capture and remove rodents from your property. Live traps allow you to release captured rodents away from your premises. Check traps regularly and take appropriate precautions to prevent accidental trapping of non-target animals.

Natural predators: encourage natural predators of rodents, such as owls, hawks, to inhabit your area. Create habitat features like birdhouses or perches that attract these predators, contributing to a natural balance in rodent control.

Professional pest control: If rodent infestations persist despite your efforts, consider seeking professional pest control services. Pest control experts can provide targeted strategies and employ non-toxic methods to address rodent issues effectively (see our products & services directory)