Rodents such as rats and mice are urban pests that pose serious risks to public health and can cause significant material damage. Rodent extermination is the professional process of controlling and eliminating these animals, using safe and effective methods.

Main Species of Urban Rodents

• Roof Rat (Rattus rattus): Agile climber, prefers high places like attics and false ceilings.
• Norway Rat (Rattus norvegicus): Larger, prefers damp places like sewers and basements.
• House Mouse (Mus musculus): Small, curious, easily adapts to different environments.

Risks Associated with Rodents

• Disease Transmission: Leptospirosis, hantavirus, bubonic plague, salmonellosis
• Food Contamination: Through urine, feces, and hair
• Material Damage: Chews electrical wires, furniture, documents, and structures
• Fires: Chewed wires can cause short circuits

Rodent Extermination Methods

1. Rodenticide Baits

Attractive baits with anticoagulant poison. Rodents consume the bait and die after a few days, avoiding colony suspicion.

2. Traps

Mechanical traps for live capture or elimination. Useful in locations where baits are not recommended.

3. Tracking Powder

Applied in rodent passage areas. Adheres to the fur and is ingested during grooming.

4. Sealing and Exclusion

Closing entry and access points, preventing the entry of new rodents.

Rodent Prevention

• Keep food in closed containers
• Eliminate water sources (leaks, standing water)
• Seal holes and cracks with mesh or caulking compound
• Keep the environment clean and organized
• Trim vegetation close to walls
• Dispose of trash properly

Effective rodent control combines the elimination of existing rodents with preventive measures to avoid new infestations. Integrated control is always the best approach.