Trapping and Exclusion
Florida Bug Control’s trapping and exclusion service works in a set order: first keep new rodents from getting in, then remove the ones already inside. Sealing comes first because trapping alone won’t hold up while the openings stay open. In Florida, roof rats often enter high, through soffits, roof vents and gaps where lines run into the attic, while mice usually come in low.
The process starts with an inspection. Your technician asks what you’ve seen and heard, then checks the building inside and out for entry points, droppings, gnaw marks, nesting spots and food or water sources. Findings are written down and photographed where helpful, and you’re welcome to walk along. The technician then sketches a simple site plan showing where the problems are and what the work will cover.
Exclusion
The aim is to close every gap a rodent could use. Mice can squeeze through an opening about the width of a pencil, so holes, cracks and gaps of 1/4 inch or more get sealed with materials rodents have a hard time chewing, such as metal mesh, sheet metal and sealant. The work follows what the inspection found: roof and soffit gaps, vents, utility penetrations, garage door seals and spaces around doors.
Safety
Rodent droppings, urine and nesting material can carry germs. Before entering an attic, crawlspace or other active area, the technician puts on gloves and a well-fitted mask or respirator so dust from droppings and old nests isn’t breathed in.
Trapping
Option #1 Snap Traps – Baited snap traps are set along the paths rodents travel, usually against walls and a few inches apart, with the trigger end facing the path. Where children, pets or customers might come across them, traps go inside tamper-resistant boxes.
Option #2 Glueboards – In places where a snap trap isn’t a good fit, the technician may use glueboards laid flat along walls and runways. They lose their grip in dusty or damp spots, so placement matters.
Monitoring
Traps are checked on a short schedule, at least every two days, for as long as rodents are still being caught.
Rodent Removal/Disposal
Protective gear stays on during cleanup, and the technician uses insect repellent on clothing because rodents can carry fleas and mites. Each catch is sprayed with disinfectant and left to sit for several minutes before it’s handled. Rodents are taken out of the traps and placed in a heavy plastic bag, and used glueboards go into the bag whole. The bag is sealed and taken off the property for disposal.
Trap Re-set
After each check, snap traps are re-baited and put back in position, and used glueboards are swapped for fresh ones.
If Rodents Return
Florida Bug Control doesn’t lock you into a long-term contract. If rodents come back between scheduled visits, call 1-855-624-2847 and we’ll come back and re-treat at no extra charge, picking up trapping again until activity stops. Your technician will also recheck the exclusion work and point out any new openings that need attention.
Our customers say it best
“Our representative is Craig and he is in good communication when he does his rounds at our company. He will regularly check in with me or other staff if I am not available to inquire if there are any trouble areas that need attention. He goes about completing his job without interruption of our workers. Always dependable and takes an interest.”
