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RATS

If you have never experienced a rat problem before, it is understandable that you may be unsure of what is required for effective removal. Many homeowners are unaware of the correct steps to take until rats have already established themselves within the property, at which point swift and professional action is essential.

For businesses, the consequences of a rat infestation can be severe. Pests can negatively impact brand reputation, generate poor customer reviews, lower employee morale, disrupt operations, and ultimately affect revenue and profitability. Rats can also contaminate stock, cause significant property damage, and pose serious health and safety risks to employees.

DIY rat control may appear to be a cheaper solution, but it is rarely effective. The use of substandard products, incorrect pest identification, or improper treatment methods often allows the problem to persist, resulting in higher costs over time and the eventual need for professional intervention. Investing in expert rat control from the outset is the most reliable and cost-effective long-term solution.

INFESTATION IDENTIFICATION

Rat Droppings

Brown Rat droppings are dark brown in a tapered, spindle shape - like a grain of rice.

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Rub Marks

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Grease and dirt on their bodies leaves smudges on surfaces.

Gnaw Marks

Black rats are agile climbers and often found in lofts. You might notice gnaw marks on wires, cabling or items stored in the loft .

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Rat Holes

Brown rats are well known for digging extensive burrow systems for shelter, food storage and nesting.

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Rat Nests

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Rats will shred available materials such as loft insulation, cardboard and other soft items to make nests.

Footprints

Rats leave foot and tail marks in dusty, less-used areas of buildings.

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Different species of Rats commonly found in the UK

Brown Rat

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Black Rat

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Treatments Employed

Goodnature Humane Traps

Full Guard's favourite. The Goodnature Traps.

The A24 automatic mouse traps are designed specifically to target mice and rats. It is humane,  fully automated and toxin-free.

​Capable of dispatching 24 rats without the need for resetting, we are able to deal with the most prolific infestation in the shortest possible time.

​Goodnature's engineered bait formula has proven incredibly effective in attracting rats, and at Full Guard have to agree, we have had fantastic results.

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