Rats are shy creatures and tend to stay well hidden but they can leave behind clues to their presence. Look out for the following:

• Rat Droppings - droppings are usually dark brown and pellet shaped - like a grain of rice.
• Nesting Materials - such as chewed up paper and packaging.
• Bad Odours - An unpleasant urine small is common.
• Gnawing Marks - Rats need to chew so you may see bite marks in plastic and wires.
• Smear Marks - if you have a heavy infestation you may see black smear marks along walls.
• Sounds - Rats scuffle along and you will often hear them gnawing or walking in roof spaces and under floors.

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