Commercial rodent exclusion is the process of preventing rats and mice from entering your business. It’s also called pest-proofing, and it’s an important part of thorough pest control. Pests can’t damage your business’s inventory or reputation if they can’t get in!
Because rodents reproduce so fast and are so good at hiding, you could have a full-scale infestation on your hands by the time you even notice a single one. That’s why, even if you don’t think you have any rodents in your building, preventative measures from the Assured Environments team can go a long way. Our commercial pest exclusion services, combined with other pest control measures, can significantly reduce your business’s risk of infestation.
How Does Pest Exclusion Work?
Rodent exclusion involves sealing gaps, holes, and cracks in a structure to prevent pests from entering the structure. Remember that rats and mice don’t need much space at all; they can squeeze through any gap the size of their head, and they can gnaw through many building materials to make room for themselves. It can be hard to spot these potential entry points, which is where the Assured Environments pros come in handy.
Keep an eye on the gaps around doors and windows as well. Weather stripping is an effective way to keep those gaps covered, but rodents can easily chew through it. Inspect it frequently to make sure it remains effective, or consider door guards or sweeps for a more permanent rodent control solution.
Benefits of Rodent-Proofing
Just because you aren’t currently dealing with a pest problem doesn’t mean you should let your guard down! It’s easier to prevent pests than it is to remove them, so acting before they can is always the best choice. There are a number of benefits to this process, including:
- Saving time and money. Rats and mice can contaminate food, ruin inventory, and even cause structural damage. If they can’t get inside and start an infestation, they can’t cause these costly problems.
- Reduced energy consumption. Sealing gaps reduces heat loss, meaning your heating and cooling systems won’t have to work as hard to keep your building comfortable.
- Reputation protection. Whether you run a restaurant or an office building, nobody wants their clients to encounter pests while doing business.
Assured Environments’s Rodent Exclusion Solutions
Pest exclusion is as simple as it is effective. The process involves minimal chemicals and pesticides. It can be customized to fit your business, but generally, we follow these steps:
- Inspection. The first step is always a comprehensive inspection. Since rodents can make their way through such small spaces, the gaps and cracks can be hard to spot! The Assured Environments pros know just where to look.
- Sealing up gaps. After completing our assessment, we seal up all the cracks and gaps we found. It’s that simple! Assured Environments uses the Flexi Armour system to make sure our work lasts as long as possible.
- Building a prevention plan. Since rodent exclusion works best when paired with other pest control services, your Assured Environments technician will work with you to build a customized plan to keep pests out.
