To prevent rodent infestations in your home, you can take the following measures:
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Seal Entry Points: Seal holes inside and outside the home using steel wool, caulk, or other appropriate materials to keep rodents out.
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Remove Nesting Sites: Clean up potential rodent nesting sites from your property, such as leaf piles and deep mulch.
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Eliminate Food and Water Sources: Keep food in airtight containers, dispose of garbage regularly, and clean up spilled food right away. Additionally, fix leaky pipes and eliminate standing water to remove water sources for rodents.
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Maintain Cleanliness: Routinely clean the yard and keep the home perimeter free of items that could attract pests, such as food and standing water.
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Use Traps and Bait: Consider deploying traps and bait around the perimeter of your home to catch rodents and prevent their entry.
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