In California, a major danger of having rodent issues both inside and outside of your property is the potential for serious health risks due to diseases transmitted by rodents and also a significant chance of property damage.

Health Risks:

• Disease Transmission: Rodents like rats and mice carry various diseases, such as hantavirus, leptospirosis, and salmonella, which can be transmitted to humans through direct contact, contaminated food or water, or indirectly via rodent-borne parasites like fleas.

• Allergies and Asthma: Rodent droppings and dander can trigger allergies and worsen asthma symptoms, particularly in vulnerable individuals like children and the elderly. 

Property Damage:

• Chewing and Gnawing: Rodents constantly gnaw to keep their teeth in check, damaging various materials like electrical wires, insulation, pipes, and structural components of your home.

• Fire Hazards: Chewed electrical wires can lead to short circuits, increasing the risk of power outages and even house fires.

• Water Damage: Gnawing on pipes can result in leaks and costly water damage. 

Brings other pest issues: 

Rodents can act as carriers for other pests, which in turn can pose health risks to humans and other animals.

• Rodents are hosts for ectoparasites: Fleas, ticks, and mites are external parasites that feed on the blood of animals like rodents.

• Disease transmission: These parasites can transmit various diseases to humans after feeding on infected rodents. Some Examples include:

  1. Lyme disease

  2. Plague

  3. Flea-borne (murine) typhus

• Bringing pests indoors: When rodents infest a home or building, they can also bring their associated fleas, ticks, and mites indoors, creating additional pest problems for the occupants. 

A rodent infestation at your home or business is not merely a nuisance but a serious threat to both your health and property. Taking prompt action to prevent and control rodent problems is crucial to maintaining a safe and healthy environment.

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