As winter approaches, pest control leader Orkin Canada reminds homeowners and business owners to take precautions to help keep rodents out. Cities are ranked by the number of rodent (rat & mice) treatments the company performed from August 1, 2020 through July 31, 2021. This ranking includes both residential and commercial treatments.

Impact of COVID-19 On The Rodent Population

The COVID-19 pandemic has had both an immediate and potentially long-lasting impact on rodent populations. From behavioural changes to ecological adjustments that forced rodents to have to adapt in order to survive. If you would like to learn more about what we are learning so far about the potential impact of the COVID-19 pandemic on the rodent population, click here.

A Few Rodent Prevention Tips

  • Close the Gap: Seal any cracks or holes in your foundation with weather-resistant sealant. Install weather stripping around windows and doors, as well as door sweeps.
  • Trim the Trees: Landscaping can be a big-rodent attractant. Keep shrubbery cut back at least one meter from the exterior walls of your home to eliminate any hiding spots for rodents.
  • Cut Off the Water: Eliminate any moisture sources, necessary for pests’ survival, such as clogged gutters or water gathering in trash or recycling bins.

Download Atlantic’s Top 15 “Rattiest” Cities Infographic below:

Top 15 Rattiest ATLANTIC CANADA cities 2021