Southern California Rodent Control
Rodent Control is a serious matter, we often forget just how many diseases and damage they cause in such a short amount of time. Not only do rodents chew through your home to get in your home, they chew things just to chew. They will bite through the wiring of your home. Many fires per year stem from rodents eating the insulation of the wires exposing them to the insulation of the wall void. They will create as many entry points as they can giving themselves access to other areas of your home.
Rodent trapping alone cannot control a rodent infestation. 22 years doing rat exterminating has allowed Kilter to create a system. We not only trap the rats but seal all the holes in the building that they have created. Rats and mice are both capable of entering holes as small as 1/4 of an inch. Our system does not initially involve any rodenticide in fear that your children or pets will come in contact with the material. We care about your family and pets. We want your home to be rodent, whether mice or rats, free.
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Initial Rodent Infestation Inspection Process
Kilter professionals will complete a thorough inspection of the property to locate entry points and infestation areas. The diagram on the previous page shows just some of the many entry points our licensed inspectors focus on to locate points of access for rodents.
Ensuring Clean Access for Safe Extermination
Prior to performing work, Kilter professionals will apply foot covers and create a “clean room entry point” to the attic.
Sanitization Steps for Rodent Control
Kilter professionals will sanitize all previously infested areas and attic spaces to prepare the insulation to be removed. Rodent droppings can flake and become airborne, potentially circulating contaminated air through your central heating and air conditioning systems.
Professional Insulation Removal and Safety
For blown insulation, Kilter professionals will use a high horsepower insulation removal tool to keep the dangers of inhalation of toxins from putting your family and our construction crews at risk.
Effective Rodent Exclusion Techniques
Kilter professionals will call on their 30+ years of industry education and experience in the construction industry to make your home a rodent free zone. The expertise of our technicians will allow them to see possible re-entry areas that ordinary pest control agencies may not see. All materials used in sealing off possible entry points are construction grade and specifically chosen to return your home to its original pre infestation conditions.
Strategic Rodent Trapping and Removal
Rodents are occasionally trapped within the structure once all the entry points have been sealed off. Kilter professionals will leave traps behind and check them routinely until all rodents have been eliminated. Typically the rodents have become frightened during our construction process and one or two have been left behind needing removal. These remaining rodents, having been separated from the pack, are usually easily caught within a few days but our technicians will monitor your home to ensure that no rodents have been left behind.
Final Sanitation and Reconstruction Services
A final sanitation is performed prior to reconstruction. This sanitation process removes any odors associated with infestation that rodents use to find safety or a breeding mate.
As a Licensed Insulation contractor, Kilter technicians know how to correctly prepare an attic for re-insulation. It is necessary to. Baffle the vents to preserve airflow and can lighting to prevent fires. When the preparation work is completed, we will sanitize the attic and install Thermal Acoustical Pest Control Insulation. The advantages of TAP. are:
- TAP. Pest Control Insulation keeps homes cooler in the summer and warmer in winter
- TAP contains a fire retardant
- TAP’s specially formulated borates controls pest
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TAP Pest Control Insulation can only be installed by licensed pest management professionals. If you are told that a product can affect insects, ask to see the EPA label!
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How Rodents Invade Your Home
Rats and mice are both capable of entering holes as small as 1/4 of an inch. Rodents use these holes to enter and exit your home, like it was their home.
- Rats and mice can climb brick, other rough surfaces, inside and outside pipes and walk on wires.
- Rodents can drop 50 feet without being seriously injured.
- They are able to jump vertically 36 inches and 48 inches horizontally.
- Norway rats can burrow vertically into the earth to a depth of 4 feet.
- Most people do not realize that rodents can swim a mile in open water. They can enter plumbing traps, swim in sewer lines, and swim against substantial currents. Mice are not as good with water as rats but can manage.
- The teeth of rats grow 4 to 5 inches a year and can prevent their eating if they do not gnaw them down. They are constantly chewing to get their teeth to the “proper length” (each rodent probably has their favorite length of teeth , like we have preferable hairstyles HA.)
- Interesting enough they are able to chew through lead sheeting, aluminum, adobe brick and even concrete!
- Diseases are transferred and transmitted several different ways, such as the rodent “biting” you or your loved ones, others as simple as the rodents fleas ticks or mites that used to live on the rats.
- They contaminate the food and water of your home with their feces and urine. One of the most dangerous situations for rat exterminators is the insulation of attics that has severe urination as the Hantavirus is contracted this way.
We want your home to be rodent free, whether that be mice or rats. Contact us today!
Why Should You Trust Kilter?
Here's What We Offer:
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Stay In Your Home Termite TreatmentsWere the alternative to big tent treatment -no need to leave for days or package up your food, we don't harm plants or roofs.
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Warranties That Are Second to NoneWe have warranties on rodents and termites that cover your whole home - not just the area we treat.
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24/7 ServiceWe take calls 24/7 and offer same day service, so we can accommodate your emergency needs.
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Free Home & Termite InspectionWith our free Home Inspection*, our licensed inspectors will fully inspect your home and make recommendations for service.
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Education & ExpertiseOur State Licensed Inspectors and State Certified Applicator undergo continuing education for Pest detection, eradication and treatment.
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We Guide Homeowners to Make the Best DecisionWe take the time to explain the benefits and drawbacks of each treatment method or recommended product.
Frequently Asked Questions
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Are there any DIY solutions I could try before getting a rodent inspection?
Yes, here are a few tidbits; make sure all food is completely sealed (no open chip bags or cereal boxes). Keep the inside and outside of your home clutter free (don’t make it easy for rodents to hide in or around your home). Use a trash bag for everything (even recyclables). Clean up and hose/wipe down any areas where pet food is frequently spilled (like around your dog food dish) Here is one super secret pest control tidbit – rodents do not like MINT so plant some around your home…it will help. If you have tried all of these and you still have rodents, let us solve the issue for you.
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What do I need to do to prepare for a treatment?
Not a lot, just make sure all the areas we need to treat are accessible and make sure any pets that may be stressed by our visit are in a safe area.
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What happens after my warranty expires?
Your warranty is extendable. We will contact you 30 days before your warranty expires and give you the option to extend it through our Pest + plan. This is a cost-effective way to control pests and rodents.
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What is your warranty?
We have the best rodent warranty in the business: YOUR HOME IS UNDER WARRANTY FOR 2 FULL YEARS!
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How much does it cost?
Our rodent inspections are free. It is important we start with an inspection so we can give you an accurate estimate. Treatment cost depends on the size of your home and the level of infestation we find. A few other factors are if you have rats or mice, are they getting into your insulation and the areas around your home (standing water, construction, etc).