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Mouse & Rat Articles

Learn how to identify mice and rats, use rodent control products, and build strategies to keep these pests out of your home.

Using Traps

Setting a Mechanical Rat Trap

Time-tested rat control methods meets new technology.

What do you get when you combine time-tested rodent control methods with new ideas and advanced technology? Tomcat offers a full line of mechanical rat traps that provide a quick and effective way to kill rats that you can see working immediately.

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Whether you are just starting out, maintaining or troubleshooting, you'll find advice and answers here for all your rodent control needs.

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Identifying a Mouse or Rat Problem in Your House

Tips for discovering the nature of—and solution for—your rodent problem.

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How to Get Rid of Rats

Finding rats in your house is scary. But rat removal, fear not! Follow these simple steps to help make your home rat-free.

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Rodent-Proofing Your Home

Get pointers on how to eliminate food sources, minimize rodent habitats, and block them from getting in.

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