If you’re a seasoned gardener then you know the frustration that garden pests can create. And if you’re just getting going on your garden, start taking notes because we may just save you some grief. There are as many approaches to dealing with unwelcome guests in your garden as there are potential pests. Knowing what [...]
When trapping a live animal you need to think about a few things prior to setting the trap. The following information will help you to select the appropriate trap, bait and placement of the trap. First you need to know what kind of animal you are trapping. This is very important because you will need to [...]
Norway Rats (rattus norvegicus) are common in Southern California and are larger and bulkier than their cousin the Roof Rat (rattus rattus) Norway Rats are commonly found moving around ground level but have no problem climbing fenses and traversing power lines. Norway Rats when not in a structure will live and nest in burrows, sewer [...]
For years I have been following the the patterns of rodent infestations in the Los Angeles area, right now the hot spot seems to be Pacific Palisades, Brentwood and Santa Monica, but in particular Pacific Palisades…. The common species of rat is the Norway Rat, it is a ground dwelling rodent, kinda bulky and can burrow [...]
I have been in the pest control business for approximately 27 years and have inspected thousands of structures from Single Family Residences to large Apartment complexes and commercial buildings and have noticed one fact that’s true for all of them. Rats always head to the attic space or ceiling void, this area of the structure [...]
Louis Rico, owner of Rat Busters, shows you how to set up your own rat trap at home. Things you’ll need: – wooden rat trap (Home Depot, Lowes) - bait (beef jerky recommended)