The major pest problem in retail stores and malls is rodents. They are not just a nuisance but also reduce your business reputation and can cause inconvenience to the customers. Rodents are a sign of poor sanitation. Rodent infestations in stores, malls, and the food industry need to be addressed as soon as possible. Rodent control service is very crucial for shops,
Experience and Expertise: Our technicians are experts in handling rat infestation. We have excellent knowledge of rat cake placement, snap traps, and glue trap placement in rat entry points. This makes us a safe and effective NPMA-certified pest control across south India.
Unique Pest Management has been offering professional pest control for retail shops, the food industry, malls, office buildings, etc. Have a look at our satisfied clients.
How Rodents Enter Retail Stores
1. Open doors in retail stores and malls ease the entry of rodents in search of food and warmth.
2. Rodents can squeeze through small holes and cracks. Hence, the cracks have to be sealed.
3. Rodents can be easily transmitted from an infested warehouse through transportation and logistics.
Common rodents
1. House mice:
House mice are a common invader. These are very small to squeeze in tiny cracks. Mice dwell in hidden areas near food sources.
2. Roof rats:
Rats can climb on roofs and shelves, making them more destructive. Rats make their way into buildings through pipelines, fences, trees, etc.
3. Norway rats:
These are large burrowing rodents found in basements. They damage wires and pipes and cause electrical damage.
Risk of rodent infestation in retail stores:
- Financial loss and property damage.
- As a result of gnawed wiring, electrical hazards may happen.
- Structural damage to buildings.
- Scratches on the furniture.
- Regulatory penalties by authorities.
- Loss of valuable customers.
- Negative online reviews affect the business.
Strategies for rodent prevention:
- Ensure sanitation
A messy and untidy environment attracts rodents to your shops and malls. Always keep your storage area clean.
- Approach pest control professional
Rodents cannot be controlled easily because of their rapid multiplying capacity and ability to survive in any area.
Rat control is easy with pest control professionals.
- Conduct thorough inspections
Inspect and diagnose the areas that are vulnerable to rodents.
Regular inspection prevents severe infestation.
- Keep doors closed
Always make sure to close the storage area doors.
Rodents hide in dark and unnoticed areas.
- Secure shipments
Rats can be transmitted through transportation and logistics.
Check for rat infestation during shipment and in warehouses.
- Maintain trash areas
Close the dustbins with lids.
Place the trash cans away from the entrance.
- Declutter storage rooms
Rodents hide comfortably in storage room clutter.
Declutter and organize the items on the shelves.
- Stay alert to weather changes.
During the summer season, rats enter the buildings to escape the heat and in search of food.
During the winter season, rodents enter the building for warmth and food.
Our rat control services:
Rat Cake – Bait designed to attract and eliminate rodents. Our technicians place rat cakes near rat burrows and close the holes.
Glue Pad – A sticky adhesive board that traps rodents when they step on it. The glue pad shouldn’t be relocated often.
Snap Traps – Snap traps are spring-loaded mechanical traps that trap rats when triggered.
Why choose us?
- More than 20 years of experience.
- NPMA licensed pest control services.
- Expert and experienced technicians.
- Trusted customers all over south India.
Unique Pest Management has 20+ years of experience in eradicating rats from commercial and residential places. The rodent problem is worse than you think! Don’t risk your business; Take action now.