Rats and mice are great hiders. In garages, keep storage items neatly arranged and uncluttered. They will have less access to burrough and thrive in a well maintained environment. Rats and mice have even been known to damage vehicles, where they can crawl up into engine and chew wires and fan belts, sneak in through vents destroy your interior. Part of IPM includes an initial inspection. If we see evidence of infestation, and holes and cracks in your walls or foundation, we will proceed to the next step in IPM, being “exclusion,” or building the pests out of your home. We will seal all cracks and holes leading into the home. Windows and doors should also fit tightly. With access to food, water and shelter, rat and mice population can quickly increase. The safest and most effective solution to an infestation is to set traps. We will use EPA approved traps in locations determined best by the pest control professional at EcoTone