Pest control

Sometimes, you might have a pest problem that is difficult to manage yourself. For these jobs, you should hire a professional licensed pest control operator. Look for a pest control operator who holds a Pest Control Licence. In Victoria, this photo ID licence is issued by the Department of Health.

  • common pest rodent species include the Norway rat, the roof rat and the house mouse
  • a good way to control pest rodents is to maintain good hygiene and eliminate possible food, water and shelter sources for them
  • pest control operators will usually use rodenticides to control pest rodents

When looking at ways to prevent and control a rodent problem, always assess the area for possible sources of food, water and shelter. Good ways to discourage rodents from inhabiting an area include:

  • maintaining high levels of hygiene
  • removing clutter, excess foliage in the garden, plumbing leaks, food scraps, nesting sites or shelters

Mice are able to squeeze into gaps as small as 8mm, so make sure even small gaps or holes are filled.

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