Winter in South Florida is vastly different from most winters throughout the country. Temperatures remain relatively high and snow is nowhere in sight. However, South Florida winters do share one thing in common with other areas: the season brings a wave of rodents. To prepare your home for the winter, make note of potential rodents that may make an appearance this season.
House mice
As the most common rodent to residential properties, a house mouse can adapt quickly to indoor or outdoor environments near humans. In fact, it is becoming less and less common to find house mice species out in the wild. Inside, house mice live within the walls of the home. They scurry and nest quietly during the night in order to preserve their nocturnal lifestyle. Outside, a house mouse will travel through fields, but will eventually migrate to closed structures.
Norway rats
These rodents are frequently found near the waterfront, riverbanks, or canals. They thrive off of areas where loose garbage is plentiful and easy to gnaw through. Norway rats are more comfortable outdoors, but they can make a home of crawl spaces or basements. Since they are more aggressive in nature, Norway rats can damage the foundation and structure of the home.
Roof rats
Not surprisingly, roof rats live in attics and roofs. The higher the nest, the more likely a roof rat will be found. Roof rats even explore nesting in palm trees and elevated shrubbery. These rats feast on fruits, grains, and nuts. When proper nutrition is not available, roof rats will gnaw on wires and wood framing.With rodents on the rise, do not wait to contact a professional pest control service to restore your home. Manning Brothers Pest Control is equipped to handle any inspections or advanced rodent infestations that can affect your health. To schedule an inspection, contact our team of experts at Manning Brothers Pest Control.
