The Dangers of Ignoring a Rodent Problem

Tim Frazier • Sep 07, 2022

The Dangers of Ignoring a Rodent Problem

Seeing a mouse in your home can be unsettling. It's a stark reminder that you're sharing your living space with creatures that are, quite frankly, gross. But as unpleasant as rodents may be, their dangers to your health and safety should not be ignored. Here's what you need to know about the dangers of rodents in your home.

Rodents can cause a lot of damage to your home.

Mice and rats like to gnaw on things, and they're not picky about what those things are. They'll chew on electrical wires, insulation, wood, and just about anything else they can get their teeth on. That gnawing can cause fires, power outages, and flooding. In addition to the damage they cause, rodents attract other pests like insects into your home. And once those pests are inside, they're hard to get rid of.


Rodents also pose a serious health risk to humans.

They carry diseases transmitted to people through their urine or feces. They can also indirectly transmit diseases by contaminating your home's food or surfaces. Some diseases rodents can carry include salmonella, hantavirus, and leptospirosis. These diseases can cause severe illness or even death in humans, so taking any rodent problem seriously is essential.


The best way to deal with a rodent problem is to prevent it from happening in the first place. That means sealing up any cracks or holes in your foundation and storing food properly so rodents can't get to it. If you already have a rodent problem, the best thing to do is call an exterminator immediately. Contact us! Trying to deal with the problem yourself is dangerous and rarely effective. 


Conclusion: 

No one wants to share their home with rodents, but unfortunately, these pests are common in many households. Ignoring a rodent problem is not an option because these creatures can cause serious damage to your home and pose a serious health risk to you and your family. If you think you have a rodent problem, the best thing to do is call an exterminator right away. Don't try to deal with the problem yourself—it's not worth the risk.

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