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How Do I Prevent Mice From Infesting My Jacksonville, FL Home?

Oct 29, 2021

Roof rats are common in Florida and are also known as black, palm, or ship rats. They are climbers and area a medium-sized species with thin, light bodies. Roof rats also have smooth dark brown to black fur, a lighter underbelly, large ears, a pointed nose, and a long scaly tail. Like most other rat species, roof rats’ tails are longer than their bodies....

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What You Ought To Know About The Rats In Jacksonville

Feb 10, 2021

Jacksonville is easily among the most popular cities in Florida. It enjoys a long history as a hotspot among tourists and locals! Jacksonville is famous for its culture, sports, and attractions. However, its human residents aren't the only ones to find an idyllic home in Jacksonville. As a top urban destination, rats have also settled deep within our beloved city. ...

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The Secret To Effective Rodent Control For Jacksonville Property Owners

Dec 10, 2020

Have you ever heard the old adage, “a carpenter's home always creaks, and a plumber’s home always leaks”? This is to say; a craftsman doesn’t like to do their job when they are home. What does this have to do with rodents and pest control? Well, even pest control professionals make sure rodents stay out of their homes. Why? Because rodents are dangerous, destructive, and all-around horrible house guests. If you are worr...

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Jacksonville Homeowners Guide To Avoiding House Mice

Dec 31, 2019

It doesn't take much of a hole to let a mouse into your Jacksonville home. Most adult mice can fit through a hole the size of a nickel. This is because they can compact their organs to make their bodies smaller. That means a tiny gap in your weatherstripping or door sweep is enough to give entrance to a mouse. But, there is more bad news. ...

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What Rodents In Jacksonville Homes Break-In For

Jan 18, 2019

When rodents break into your Jacksonville home, part of the reason they are there is to take things that belong to you, but that’s not the whole story. They’re also quite interested in something that most burglars are not interested in. They want to move in to stay....

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How To Prevent Rodents From Invading Your Jacksonville Home

Dec 13, 2018

If you stop to think for a moment, what is your worst fear when it comes to the well-being of your home? Fire? Invaders? Damaged wiring? The fact of the matter is, rodents have the potential to bring all three of these fears to fruition, along with a few more that you may not have considered....

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An Unfortunate House Guest – Rodent Control In Jacksonville

Feb 27, 2017

Florida in the winter is truly a magical time of year. The sun isn’t as abrasive, yet we still retain the beautiful scenery of the tropical south. Driving home with the setting sun on my face is one of the best parts of my day. The coastal roads' views make me extremely grateful for Jacksonville as a place to potentially raise a family and start a new chapter of my life. However, returning home after a long day of work has been a bit of ...

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Rats And Squirrels Cause Home Destruction In Winter

Jan 29, 2015

In their efforts to shelter from the cold outdoor temperatures of winter, rats and squirrels can be very destructive to Jacksonville, Florida homes and property. Rats and squirrels are opportunistic. They will run along utility lines/wiring to your home then squeeze through the gaps around them. They can jump from limbs of nearby or overhanging trees and climb rough, vertical surfaces....

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