Before implementing Motomco's Rodent Control System, it's a good practice to conduct a thorough assessment of the situation. It's tempting to rush through this process, but don't. It'll pay off in the rest of your work.
 
Assessing your situation involves three key processes:
 
  1. Inspecting the premises and accurately identifying the rodent species involved - house mouse, Norway rat or roof rat. These rodents behave differently which affects your control program. By identifying the species you can select products and strategies appropriate to that particular pest. During the inspection you will also be able to determine the severity and location of the problem.
   
  2. Identifying where sanitation and rodent proofing are needed. Eliminating the rodents' food, water and harborage, wherever possible, will greatly aid your baiting efforts.
 
  3. Keeping track of your findings. Careful recordkeeping will aid you later in determining the best rodent control strategies for your operation and the outcome of your efforts.
 
A common mistake in rodent control is underestimating the size of the problem and consequently not putting out enough bait and bait stations. The information you gather during the assessment helps you determine the size of the infestation and where rodents are nesting and feeding. In this way, you have a better idea of how much bait to use and where to place it for best results.