Rats pose significant health risks as their urine, droppings, and fleas can transmit infections. They not only contaminate food supplies but also damage infrastructure by gnawing on it. Rats thrive in environments abundant in food, water, and shelter. Poorly maintained bin centers, overflowing garbage chutes, and improper food waste disposal create ideal conditions for rats to nest and feed in urban areas like Singapore. For effective rodent control in Singapore, our rodent pest control company specializes in addressing rat infestations, offering comprehensive solutions to mitigate these health hazards.
Rodent control is essential in preventing infections that rats can spread. If you suspect rat activity on your property, promptly contact a professional pest control company to prevent an infestation from escalating. Aardwolf Pestkare’s experts employ advanced tactics and technologies to keep rats out. We offer a full range of 24/7 remote monitoring solutions to ensure total control and protection against rats, addressing the source of infestations, harborage areas, and food sources.
In the pest management industry, the term ‘rodent’ typically refers to mice and rats. Rodent infestations are a growing problem in Singapore due to the dense population and abundant food and shelter. Therefore, professional rodent pest control services are increasingly crucial for effectively managing infestations and preventing long-term structural and health risks in residential and commercial properties.
Let’s look at the biology and behavior of some of Singapore’s most common rat and mouse species.
There are 4 main species of commensal rodents in Singapore:
The Norway rat (Rattus norvegicus) is a globally prevalent species known by many names, including the brown rat and sewer rat. This rodent is brown or grey with a head and body length of up to 28 cm and a slightly shorter tail, weighing between 140 and 500 g. Predominantly found wherever humans reside, especially in cities, Norway rats live in underground burrows and frequently invade houses, restaurants, and commercial buildings in search of food.
They reside in underground tunnels and frequently seek food supplies in houses, restaurants, shopping malls, and commercial structures to procreate.
Roof rats are sometimes known as ship rats or black rats. The roof rat derives its name from the fact that it prefers to live on the higher floors of buildings. Roof rats not only nibble through materials but also contaminate stored food and serve as carriers for hazardous diseases once inside. Roof rats are scaly rodents with huge eyes and ears, a pointed nose, and a long, thin body. Roof rats have silky, smooth hair that is usually brown with black dots interspersed. Their underbelly is usually white, grey, or black.
When the head and body lengths of adult roof rats are added together, they measure 16-20 cm. Their tails, which measure 19-25 cm, are significantly longer than their heads and bodies. Roof rats may grow to be more than 40 centimetres in length. They average 150-250 g in weight but can reach 340 g.
Rattus exulans, or Polynesian Rats, have a slim body, pointed nose, big ears, and delicate paws. It has a reddish-brown back and a pale belly. From the tip of the nose to the base of the tail, mature Polynesian rats are 11.5 to 15.0 cm long. Between 40 and 80 g is the average weight. The tail is nearly the same length as the head and body combined and has fine, conspicuous, scaly rings. A black outer border on the top side of the hindfoot near the ankle helps to differentiate this rat from other species, while the remainder of the foot is pale.
Like other rodents, they are nocturnal and excellent climbers, typically breeding in trees. Polynesian rats have been recorded taking portions of food back to a safe spot to shell a seed or otherwise prepare particular items when foraging. This keeps them safe from predators as well as rain and other rats. These “husking stations” can be found at the roots, in trunk fissures, and even in the upper branches of trees.
The house mouse is the most frequent commensal rodent. House mice are native to Central Asia, although they may be found all around the world. House mice are not only annoying, but they may also be dangerous to your health and possessions. House mice reproduce swiftly and adapt well to changing environments. A female house mouse can have up to 35 young every year and can give birth to a half-dozen kids every three weeks.
House mice have a dusty gray body with a cream-colored belly. Depending on the mouse’s location, the fur color ranges from light brown to dark gray. The body of a house mouse is spherical and has four legs. Their ears are huge and hairy, and their muzzles are pointed. House mice measure 2.5 to 3.75 inches in length. Their tails range in length from 2.75 to 4 inches.
The house mouse is the most frequent commensal rodent. House mice are native to Central Asia, although they may be found all around the world. House mice are not only annoying, but they may also be dangerous to your health and possessions. House mice reproduce swiftly and adapt well to changing environments. A female house mouse can have up to 35 young every year and can give birth to a half-dozen kids every three weeks.
House mice have a dusty gray body with a cream-colored belly. Depending on the mouse’s location, the fur color ranges from light brown to dark gray. The body of a house mouse is spherical and has four legs. Their ears are huge and hairy, and their muzzles are pointed. House mice measure 2.5 to 3.75 inches in length. Their tails range in length from 2.75 to 4 inches.
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Because rats are mostly active between dark and dawn, symptoms of a rat issue are typically simpler to see than real rodents. By reading the information below, you may quickly learn how to recognize the most critical indications that suggest you may have a rat problem
Rat infestations are simpler to avoid than to eradicate. Luckily for you, Aardwolf Pestkare is the best rodent control company in Singapore to help you manage rat infestation. Apart from dealing with a current rat infestation, you should concentrate on maintaining your property rat-free.
Rats dislike the fragrance of several natural compounds that are supposed to repel them. The following are some of them: Plants (peppermint, lavender, camphor, euphorbias), Essential Oils (peppermint, eucalyptus, citronella, etc.), Ammonia, Mothballs, Crushed Chili and Black Pepper
Clean up food spills, crumbs, and stains as soon as possible. Food waste should be disposed of in secured containers. Regularly empty garbage cans and dispose of rubbish every night. Avoid keeping trash within your property. Keep your bins out of the way of your doorways. Spills can attract rats, so keep your disposal area and bins clean. Pallets and oil barrels, for example, should be removed. Refrigerate or store your food in sealed containers. Keep your ingredients and veggies off the floor.
Any leaky faucets should be repaired. Make sure there are no puddles or standing water in your neighborhood. Repair any household concerns that create moisture (for example, a leaky roof). Place steel screens over any drainage holes to keep pests out.
Remove any non-food debris, such as boxes, newspapers, and plastic bags. Check for any issues that might allow rats to enter, such as gaps between doors/windows and frames, cracks and fissures, and so on.
Pest management should be included in your regular inspections, in addition to the suggestions given above. Professional assistance is required to monitor any indicators of rat activity on your property. We provide a full rat control service at Aardwolf Pestkare, which includes inspection, eradication, monitoring, and reporting.
With the help of digital technology, we will install a wireless mini-video camera that is activated when an intruding rat enters a building, anytime of the day. The activity is then recorded and a message is sent to the Aardwolf Pestkare Technician’s mobile phone. He will immediately attend to the incursion, which can be replayed for viewing.
