DIY Pest Control
Here is a great collection of DIY pest control information as well as articles answering frequently asked questions about common household pests.
Rodent Control Information
Take your time reading through these articles. There is a lot of information in here about dealing with rats and mice. We cover special situations such as infestations in your garden and how to safely fight these things if you have pets. we also cover myths and products that will not work but will waste your time.
Traps for Rats, Mice and Squirrels
Best Rat Traps
Take a look at the best snap, electric and live traps for catching rats. Includes instructions on how to set and where to place.
Best Electric Rat Zappers
Zappers are a great way of killing rats. They are safer and easier to use than snap traps and you never have to touch the dead rat.
Best Outdoor Rat Traps for Your Lawn and Garden
Killing rats in the garden uses different tools than killing rats in your attic.
Rat Glue Traps
An article explaining why glue traps are a horrible idea and should not be used
What to Put in a Rat Trap?
Sometimes the choice of bait is critical.
Most Effective Mouse Traps
These are the ones that really work!
Mouse Keeps Eating the Bait Off Traps
This is frustrating as heck!
Tomcat Mouse and Rat Bait Review
Taking a closer look.
Cat Safe Mouse Trap
For when your cat is too lazy to do the job.
Most Humane Rat Trap
Because even though you hate them you don’t want them to suffer.
Bucket Rat Traps
Which Are the Best and How to Make Your Own
Poisons for Rats and Mice
Best Rat Poison
A review of the different types of poison and includes options for safe use around children and pets.
Rat Poison That Kills Without Odor
This stuff is a blessing if it really works!
Rat Poison That Is Safe For Dogs
Yes, It does exist!
Does Baking Soda Kill Rats?
Yes, but they have to eat a lot of it!
Repellents for Rats and Mice
Getting Rid of Rats with Black Pepper
Nope, this does not work.
Best Rat Repellents
What are they and do they really work?
Ultrasonic Pest Repellents Side Effects:
Don’t worry, they Won’t Hurt You.
Do Ultrasonic Pest Repellents Work on Mice?
Well, do they??
Rats and Mice In the Outdoors
Killing Rats Outdoors
A few tips and tricks for getting rid of rats that are outside your house.
Sewer Rats
What Are They and How Big Can They Get
How to Get Rid of Burrowing Rats
Those things are just nasty!
How to Kill Rats in The Yard Without Harming Pets
Here are some great ways to kill rodents and not hurt your dogs.
Palm Rats
What Are They and How to Get Rid of Them
General Rat and Mouse Information
Rat Exterminators
Information on what an exterminator should cost and what to ask before you hire one.
Do Cats Eat Rats?
Eh…sometimes. Get a dog instead.
Do Rats Eat Mice?
Yep…especially if the rats are really stoned (I am NOT making this up.)
Rat Poop
How to identify the droppings and safely clean the mess.
Are Rats Nocturnal?
Yes, and that is what you hear at night when you are trying to sleep!
What Do Rats Eat?
Just about anything…especially if it is hard or tastes like poop!
Where Do Rats Live During the Day?
Hopefully not in your backyard because then you have a serious problem!
What Kills Rats Instantly?
For when you don’t want to mess around!
How to Catch a Smart Rat
Don’t kid yourself, rats can be super smart and you need to out think them.
What Attracts Rats to Your House
The basics of food, water and shelter.
Best Way to Get Rid of Rats Fast
Because there is no point waiting around!
Rat Infestations
General information about determining the size of an infestation.
How Long Do Rats Live?
About a year or two for most rats in the US.
How Long Do Mice Live?
Up to 8 years for some species!
What to Do if You Have Rats in Your House:
A few quick steps to get you started.
How Many Rats in a Nest
Bunches and bunches of the nasty things!
Roof Rats vs Norway Rats
Which ones do you have?
Woodrats
What are they and what do they do?
Can Rats Chew Through Metal and Concrete?
Yes. Yes, they can.
How Big Can Rats Get?
Depending upon the species they can get up the several pounds and many feet long!
Can Rats Climb Walls?
Of course they can! You can’t stop these things!
Do Rats Climb Trees?
Roof rats do but Norway rats do not.
How Many Babies Do Rats Have?
More than you can count, buddy!
What Does it Mean When You Dream About Rats:
Probably that you have a rat problem 🙂
How Do You Know if All of the Mice Are Gone?
Three ways to tell!
How to Keep Mice Away From Your Bed
It is creepy when they get on the bed.
How to Get a Mouse Out of Your Car
Don’t let them chew the wires!
How to Keep Rodents Out of Your Car Engine
Seriously, don’t let them eat the wires!!
If You See One Mouse How Many Do You Have?
Heck, even one is one too many.
Mouse Killer Options:
There are lots of ways of killing these suckers!
