It’s one thing to deal with live rodents in your living space, but dead ones might be worse. If you find yourself facing the stench of a dead rodent, don’t despair. Whether you’ve discovered a rodent in an unused room or have one stuck in a crawlspace, attic, or wall, you might think the odor […]
Do We Check Crawl Spaces for Rodents?
If you’ve ever struggled with a rat or mouse infestation, then you know the frustrations that can arise when trying to get a handle on these furry invaders. As a company that regularly deals with pests and rodents, we’re here to answer some of your burning questions. Recently, customers have asked, “Do you check crawl […]
Why & How Do Mice Invade?
Got mice? Finding a furry invader is never fun, but neither is it surprising. Mice and rats are insidious creatures who have long learned to capitalize on the presence of humans. When our homes provide everything mice need for survival, they quickly seize that opportunity. Understanding a bit about mice can help us better discourage […]
Using Drones for Rodent Control
When you hear “drone” in pest or rodent control, you might think “male bee”, but that isn’t the only kind of drone getting attention today. Drones (or unmanned aerial devices) are cropping up all over the place – from recreation to business. With the growth of high-resolution imagery and cost-effective materials, drone tech is available […]
The Rise of High-Tech Rodent Control
Rodent control… As long as humans need food and shelter, there will be rats & mice seeking to capitalize on it. It seems impossible to eradicate these furry gnawers, who are nuisances at best and a serious health concern at worst. So, what’s a home or business owner to do? Never fear, technology is here. […]
Understanding Mouse Behavior for Effective Mice Control
While they are common household pets, mice are not always welcome guests. Don’t be surprised if you find yourself playing host to an uninvited furry critter and his abundant family. Next to humans, mice are the second most populous mammal in urban areas. But that doesn’t mean we throw up our hands and let them […]
Hungry Rats & Mice Looking for New Food Sources
Aggressive rodents are constantly finding their way into homes and businesses to find new food sources. Whether their food sources are reduced through more effective waste control measures, closed businesses, or cold weather, rats are on the prowl to fill their bellies. We, at Cascade Pest Control, are getting an increasing number of calls for […]
Rodent Proofing Your Home for Winter
There was a good reason that creatures might have been stirring in Clement Clarke Moore’s famous poem about the night before Christmas: winter. While Moore’s night in “Twas the Night Before Christmas” was absent nocturnal movement, stirring mice are a common occurrence as the temperatures drop and food becomes scarce. In fact, rats and mice […]
4 Reasons You May Have a Rat or Rodent Infestation
Eeeek! Rats in the rafters and mice in the munchies. What attracts these rodents to our homes and how can we prevent them from settling in? Here are 4 reasons you might find yourself playing host to these unwelcome guests. Reason 1: Rodents seek food One of the biggest reasons that rats and mice will […]
Rodents & Human Diseases
The Necessity of Rodent Control While mice and rats can cause serious damage to the structure of your home or business, they are also very dangerous to the health of you and others sharing the infested space. It doesn’t help that rodents nest and feed off of human waste, so the threat is unfortunately never […]