How to Report a Rat Infestation
Gather information about the infestation.. Identify the correct local office to file your complaint.. Submit a report online if possible.
Steps
Gather information about the infestation.
Gather information about the infestation.
Identify the correct local office to file your complaint.
Identify the correct local office to file your complaint.
Submit a report online if possible.
Submit a report online if possible.
Call the appropriate enforcement number.
Call the appropriate enforcement number.
Find out the results of the inspection.
Find out the results of the inspection.
Complete any treatment or repairs requested.
Complete any treatment or repairs requested.
Gather evidence of the infestation.
Gather evidence of the infestation.
Complete any removal actions you can.
Complete any removal actions you can.
Write a letter to your landlord about the infestation.
Write a letter to your landlord about the infestation.
Follow up with your landlord a week after your letter.
Follow up with your landlord a week after your letter.
Contact the health department if your landlord doesn't address the problem.
Contact the health department if your landlord doesn't address the problem.
Seal holes around pipes and heating ducts.
Seal holes around pipes and heating ducts.
Clean hidden areas under appliances or cabinets regularly.
Clean hidden areas under appliances or cabinets regularly.
Keep garbage in strong cans with closed lids.
Keep garbage in strong cans with closed lids.
Remove any clutter in and around your home.
Remove any clutter in and around your home.
Avoid leaving any food outside for pets or other animals.
Avoid leaving any food outside for pets or other animals.
Wash away rat droppings and markings with a mild bleach solution.
Wash away rat droppings and markings with a mild bleach solution.
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