Rats are intelligent while mice are only small animals but who would want these rodents roaming around our homes?  Considering how quickly they multiply and can bring a lot of problems to our living environment, we cannot really afford to allow their presence in our homes.  Two of the most common methods of eradicating rodents are DIY  and professional rodent control services.

The Do-it-yourself (DIY) process can be accomplished by an individual who has personal knowledge of how to get rid of these rodents or may rely on and apply what he searches online.  On the other hand, rodent control services are performed by professionals who are knowledgeable of the behavior of these animals and the appropriate control methods to effectively eliminate them.   

What are the long-term benefits of a professional rodent control service over a DIY procedure?

Thorough Inspection and Accurate Identification

Accurately identifying the source of the infestation is the first step in finding a solution to rodent issues.  This is quite a very challenging task but the professionals are trained to do this – find the entry points and determine the gravity of the problem.  Once these steps are accomplished, they can precisely create the most appropriate treatment plan for the specific type of rodent and the degree of the infestation.

Successful and Safe Treatment Methods

The inaccurate use of store-purchased poisons, traps, or repellents, in the DIY process may turn out to be ineffective or dangerous.  However, trained exterminators use only industry-approved and compatible treatments for specific types of rodents thereby providing safe and efficient elimination procedures that will not become an issue for your pets or family members.

Long-Term Prevention Strategies

Hiring the professionals is a more proactive approach because they go beyond just solving the current infestation.  To prevent future invasion, they seal entry points and recommend long-term rodent-proofing.  It is unlike the DIY process which has a greater possibility of rodents returning to your place.

Cost-Effectiveness in the Long Run

You may be thinking that the DIY method is a cheaper way to get rid of these pests, but have you thought about the cost of repeated purchases of baits, traps, or repellents?  How about the costly damage to insulation, electrical wiring, and stored food?  You can actually receive a comprehensive, one-time solution from hiring rodent control services, eventually eliminating further expenses on continuous property damage and repeated elimination process.

Reduced Health Risks

 Hantavirus pulmonary syndrome (HPS) and leptospirosis are potentially deadly diseases brought about by these rodents, so to avoid being infected with them, let the professionals handle the extermination process.  Actually, handling rodents or their droppings without the necessary protective equipment can expose you to these pathogens.  The experts follow strict safety protocols in accomplishing the service to avoid spreading harmful contaminants during the process. 

Expertise and Experience

Using the DIY method basically puts you in the trial and error process, unlike the specialists who use proven strategies because they are knowledgeable of rodents’ nesting habits, behavior, and effective elimination techniques.  

Final Thoughts

Professional control providers ensure completely resolved rodent issues, and most of them offer follow-up services to establish a lasting and more effective anti-rodent procedure.  So, here’s the guaranteed peace of mind that DIY methods may not be able to secure for you and your family.