Rodent Exclusion
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5 ways rats are getting into your crawlspace
Dealing with rodent infestations is always such a pain (hey, by the way – this is NOT ai writing this. It’s a real person who is an expert in rodent management and restoration. I’m a tradesman, not a writer, so please excuse any typos). If you’re hearing rodents in the walls, or in your ceiling, […]
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How Rodents Get Into Your Crawlspaces - Pest Patrol
Your home’s crawlspace is often out of sight, out of mind—but it’s a prime target for rodents seeking shelter as the weather cools, especially in Portland where most homes have a crawlspace of some sort underneath them. Understanding how rodents can damage your crawlspace can help you take preventive measures before problems escalate. Traditional crawlspaces
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Squirrel Scramble: Preventing Attic Invasions in Portland - Pest Patrol PDX
As the leaves change and fall in Portland, squirrels are busily preparing for the colder months. While they usually stick to trees, your attic can become an attractive alternative when the weather turns. Here’s how to prevent these furry intruders from taking up residence in your home. Why Squirrels Invade Attics in the Fall: Squirrels
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How to Protect Your Portland Home this Fall - Pest Patrol
As fall settles over Portland, the city’s mouse population becomes more active. Mice, like their larger rodent cousins rats, seek warmth and shelter as the weather cools. Unfortunately, your home might be exactly what they’re looking for. Why Mice Invade Homes in the Fall: Mice are resourceful creatures. When the weather turns cold, they instinctively
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Mouse Removal in Portland - Pest Patrol PDX
If you live around Portland you have no doubt heard of the crazy rat infestations around here. Mice are actually even more common than rats. Mice are one of the most common pests found in homes and businesses. While they may seem harmless, mice can cause serious damage to your property and pose health risks
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Squirrel Removal in Portland
If you live in Portland then you know how many squirrels there are around here. And if you're reading this article then they probably have made their way into your attic space. I am sorry. I of all people know how much of a pain it is to get squirrels out of attic spaces
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How to clean up rodent droppings safely - Pest Patrol PDX
Did you recently discover a rodent infestation in your home? Maybe you found a mouse nest in a random spot in your garage or saw a rat scurry across your kitchen floor? Whatever the case, rodents can make a big mess. Cleaning up rodent droppings can be a fairly simple process, but it in important
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How to trap Norway rats - Pest Patrol PDX
About Norway rats The Norway Rat (Rattus Norvegicus) is a hardy, adaptable, aggressive, and sly mammal. It has been in America for over 250 years and is well known for it’s large size, along with it’s burrowing habits. Norway rats will often create burrows around sidewalks, home foundations, patio slabs, or any other protected area.
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Why a broken vent screen could cost you $10,000 - Pest Patrol PDX
It’s Fall time here in Portland and this is the time of year when rodents start seeking shelter inside of homes and other structures where they might have previously nested inside in bushes and trees during the Spring and Summer. Here are the top 3 reasons to keep your crawlspace vents SEALED, why it’s so
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4 Ways to keep your home pest free this Fall - Pest Patrol PDX
1). Clean and inspect gutters This is especially important during fall when all of the leaves and heavy debris fall from trees surrounding your home. If you live in a place with few trees this might be something that you can get away with doing less frequently, but its always good to get up on