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Pembroke MA 02359
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Cambridge, MA 02140
December 20, 2024
As winter settles in, your home becomes a prime target for rodents seeking warmth, food, and shelter. While they may seem harmless, rodents like mice and rats pose serious risks to your health and home. Here's why you should be concerned:
Rodents carry diseases such as Hantavirus, leptospirosis, and salmonella, which they can spread through droppings, urine, and saliva. These diseases can contaminate your food and air, putting your family’s health at risk.
Rodents chew through walls, insulation, wires, and pipes. This can lead to costly repairs, electrical hazards, and even fires. Their constant gnawing can wreak havoc on your home’s structure.
Rodent droppings and urine are known allergens that can trigger asthma and other respiratory problems. Their nests, often made of shredded paper or fabric, can carry mold and dust mites, worsening indoor air quality.
Rodents are opportunistic feeders and will invade your pantry, contaminating food with saliva, feces, and urine. This poses a direct risk to your family’s food safety.
Don’t wait until you have an infestation. Secured Environments Pest and Wildlife Services offers professional rodent control to keep your home safe and comfortable all winter long.