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September 14, 2023 by Bill Dowd

Rodents are some of the most adaptable creatures in Canada and will encroach on human homes in search of food and a safe nesting site to raise their pups, including your home. One of the most common places they hide is in the attic, where they tear up insulation, gnaw wood and cause damage with… Continue reading

How to Keep Rats Out of Your Pool?

July 16, 2023 by Bill Dowd

As a homeowner, you probably do all you can to protect your home and property, including your pool, but did you know that this recreational feature may attract rats? No matter the season, rats may enter your property, attracted by the scent of water and the possibility of a warm nesting site, but here at… Continue reading

Guelph Wildlife Removal: Skedaddle Gets Rid of a Tenants Rat Infestation Problem

March 20, 2023 by Bill Dowd

Clayton Mallet is a Skedaddle technician recently called to get rid of rats infesting a property in Castor Centre, a rural community in Guelph. The landlord of the property attempted some renovations following the departure of a tenant. However, the landlord soon discovered signs of rat infestation, including droppings, staining, and chewing. Further investigation revealed… Continue reading

The Difference Between Mice and Rat Droppings

December 23, 2022 by Bill Dowd

Rats and mice are nocturnal rodents. Because they are active at night, you may not see them in your house, but you may find evidence of their presence in the form of droppings. Droppings can tell you whether the nuisance animals are mice or rats. Professional rat removal includes cleaning and decontamination of droppings so that… Continue reading

How To Keep Rats Out of Your Car?

September 12, 2022 by Bill Dowd

There’s nothing more unsettling than discovering you have a long-tailed stowaway hitching a ride with you. A car should be a refuge, not a rat cage! If you discover those beady eyes, take advantage of rat removal. Consider the reasons why rats want to hole up in your car and take some practical steps to… Continue reading

Rats Aren’t Always Front and Centre

April 15, 2019 by Bill Dowd

Rats have plagued our existence for centuries. As long as there have been cities, there have been rats living in them. They have made themselves at home alongside us and adapt extremely well to living among people, in both rural and urban environments, because they are cunning and clever, and this means that it usually… Continue reading

How Common Is Rat Bite Fever?

May 22, 2017 by Bill Dowd

Most homeowners want nothing to do with rats so when one is spotted in the home, wildlife removal services are contacted immediately. Not only will rats eat your food and chew up items in your home, they can also carry diseases including rat bite fever. Rat removal from your home is essential to your family… Continue reading

Some Signs You May Have a Rat or Mouse Infestation

May 19, 2017 by Bill Dowd

Rats and mice are common rodents that seek solace in homes across the globe. The creatures often move into a home due to a continuous food source, to keep warm or to avoid any predators. When rats or mice enter the home, they can wreak havoc on your food supply as well as other areas… Continue reading

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