>Audrey Torres Question By: Audrey Torres  Posted in: Home Improvement Services

What Are The Signs Of Roof Rat Infestation In Tauranga?

Roof Rats are nocturnal animals. They are a major vector for disease-transmitting several serious diseases causing illness. Identifying roof rats at an early stage can save your property from damage. Here are some signs of roof rat infestation.

Urine And Fecal Material

Roof rats have no control of their bowels, so they urinate and leave feces everywhere. The urine has an obvious pungent odor, the feces is dark in color and shaped like small pellets.

Scratching Noises

Roof rats are usually not quiet pests. In the process of nesting, they’ll often make squeaking or scratching sounds. When it’s quiet at night, hear inside of your house.

Strange Pet Behavior

If you have cats or dogs that are acting oddly, especially toward the roof that might warrant a closer inspection. The pets can typically pick up on the scent or sounds of roof rats long before a human can.

Flick can conduct and inspection determine whether you have rodents present, and, treat your home for rats and other common household pests. For more information visit https://flick-anticimex.co.nz/pest-problems/pest-identifier2/rats-mice/

Aria RiveraAnswer By: Aria Rivera