“I have been with Brody Brothers for 5.5 years. Ari has been coming to my home for all this time. He does a great job. I hardly ever have an issue. He keeps us pest free which isn't easy living in the woods.”
Rats are some of the biggest pests preying on the Parkville population every year, and this summer promises to be no different. Rats can make themselves at home in your house over the course of just a few days.
The rat population in Parkville and Baltimore County has been increasing over the years, and citizens are tired of dealing with the infestation. Many different factors have contributed to the landmark population, including:
Baltimore County is attempting to combat the increased numbers of rats through an increase in extermination efforts and increasing fines for mishandled trash. In late 2016, the county hired two additional contractors to investigate and address resident complaints and lower the wait time for an inspection to one month or less (down from four months or less). Their “Rat Attack” program is designed to inform Parkville residents of their role in the rat infestation, increase awareness of fines and educate on proper trash handling methods. Currently, the fine for dog droppings in a yard, regardless of whose dog they belong to, is $300.
First, the pest control expert will look for any rat holes around your commercial or residential property. Active rodent burrows will be treated directly, and rat boxes will be installed in key areas. It’s important also to find and remove the rodents’ food source.
Even if the rat population in your neighborhood is high, there are many simple ways to prevent them from being attracted to your property, including:
Schedule a comprehensive property inspection today with Brody Brothers Quality Pest Control by calling 410-653-2121!
“I have been with Brody Brothers for 5.5 years. Ari has been coming to my home for all this time. He does a great job. I hardly ever have an issue. He keeps us pest free which isn't easy living in the woods.”
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“We have been using Brody Pest control for about 40 years! We were always very satisfied by their service, always on time and very pleasant and knowledgeable.”
“We have been using Brody Brothers for around 5 years and we love that they are personal and they will keep coming back until a problem is resolved.”