Means for exterminating rats: glue, poison, smoke bombs

Rats are very hardy and prolific, smart and cunning, so they can remain unnoticed for a long time and cause harm to households and people. They live in a wide variety of climatic conditions, in private and apartment buildings, on farms, in gardens and fields. Proximity to human habitation for them means the presence of food and warm shelter nearby. Pests are active all year round, but increased migration is observed with the onset of cold weather.

Rats are a cunning enemy, against which you need to choose your weapon carefully

Traps and poisoned baits help humans cope with rats. Let's figure out what they are and how they work.

Types of Rat Traps

It is difficult to control large pest populations using traps. Their main advantage is that you see the dead animal and can immediately dispose of it.

And if poisoned by toxic bait, a rat can die in a hard-to-reach place, such as in a wall panel or under the floor. You'll have to cut a hole in the wall to remove the rat. In addition, ectoparasites such as fleas and ticks often leave rat carcasses and can spread throughout the home if the pest is not removed quickly.

Most often used in residential premises:

• Traps are mechanical devices of different designs and the same principle of operation. They put bait in them, the rat, trying to get it, touches the mechanism, and the trap slams shut. The effectiveness of traps is high if you choose the right places for installation. You can use meat, dried fruit, or a piece of pet food as bait.

This is what a standard rat trap with a flip-over bracket looks like

• Electric traps are traps that kill rodents using an electric current. Outwardly, they look like houses, inside of which a fragrant bait is placed. As soon as a pest runs inside, it receives an electric shock. Electric traps are more expensive than mechanical traps and require an electrical connection or batteries, but they give good results.

Some electric traps have a remote indicator - when an animal is caught, a light comes on

• Glue traps are substrates lubricated with a viscous adhesive composition. By stepping on the sticky base, the pest is firmly glued and, with any attempt to get out, gets stuck even more. Such traps are easy to use, the glue is non-toxic and safe for humans. But there are also disadvantages: the rat will not die immediately; most likely, it will have to be finished off. In addition, your pet may get dirty in the glue. Therefore, glue traps are used mainly in non-residential premises where pets have no access: garages, workshops, sheds.

Use glue traps carefully so as not to stain clothes and furniture.

Ultrasonic repellers

Ultrasonic repellers emit waves that repel rodents (32-62 kHz). For comparison, medical ultrasound (US) uses frequencies of 2–10 MHz. Safe for humans

The cost of repellers varies from 2,000 to 8,000 rubles, depending on the size and area of ​​impact.

Ultrasound does not pass through walls. Place repellers in different rooms.

Hard surfaces reflect ultrasound. Do not install devices opposite upholstered furniture, carpets, curtains - they absorb ultrasound and reduce efficiency.

Types of rat baits

Chemical rodenticides are the only sure way to control rats when their population is high. In modern practice, special substances – anticoagulants – are used to control rodents. They affect blood clotting and cause the death of pests from internal hemorrhage.

Baits for rats are produced in different preparative forms: liquid concentrates, gels, granules, grain mixtures, dough briquettes, moisture-resistant wax briquettes. When creating them, attractants are used - alluring substances that rats cannot resist. Therefore, they willingly eat poisoned food, even when there is access to other food.

Various forms of baits with anticoagulants can be used in residential buildings, sewer networks, and fields

Anticoagulants are used in small doses, so rats die a few days after eating the bait and do not understand why. There is no fear of bait; the drug continues to work until the population is completely exterminated.

Anticoagulants are divided into substances of the first and second generations. When rodents eat the first generation bait, they die from repeated doses over several days (cumulative effect). Newer ones cause death after a single meal of poisoned food.

Valbrenta baits contain the following types of active ingredients:

First generation anticoagulants

Name

Products

Brom-HF, Rodefasin-K, Rattidion-HF, Rodefasin-K

Second generation anticoagulants

Norat, Rattidion, Bromine-BD, Gratidion, Rodent-block, Bromine-paste, Super Block ALT, Myshivon, Forsazh-Gel, Killer-Rat foam

Brodirate, Varat, Final, Mortorat, Rattikum, Rodefakum, Rodent-Extra Block, Forsazh-Extra Gel, Raticum-gel, Rattidion-Extra, Brodirate-foam

Complex drug (Bromadiolone + Brodifacoum + Difenacoum)

All drugs must be used in strict accordance with the instructions.

In addition to anticoagulants, the following can be used as active ingredients in poisoned baits:

• zinc phosphide - causes the death of a rodent after a few hours, but is ineffective when used repeatedly, since rats quickly recognize it;
• bromethalin is a strong poison that affects the nervous system;
• cholecalciferol - increases the level of calcium in the blood, which leads to the development of liver, kidney or heart failure.

Due to its high toxicity, zinc phosphide is banned for use in many countries, including Russia.

Chemical poisons

There are quick-acting ones - after “Ratsid”, death occurs within 12–72 hours. “Ratsid” in the form of grain bait costs 15–20 rubles (100 g). Produced in the form of a concentrated gel in buckets (3,000 rubles per 5 kg).

Long-acting poisons (“Goliath”, “Nutcracker”, “Storm”) accumulate in the rat’s body and kill after 4-12 days - use if there are a lot of rodents. Rodents will not eat poison if a relative has died, they report the danger. Poisons of this type cause suffocation, rodents leave the building in search of air, and die on the street. They cost 1500–5000 rubles per 5 kg.

Poisons are addictive in some rodents. If a rat ate “Ratsid” and remained alive, the poison does not act for 30–40 days. Repeat after 3 months.

Handle the poison with gloves, avoid contact with skin. Do not use in areas where there is food, children or pets.

Other rodenticides

Rats are cautious animals and are easily spooked by strange, unfamiliar noises. However, they quickly become accustomed to repeated sounds, which makes the use of frightening devices , including ultrasonic repellers, ineffective.

Rats have an aversion to certain smells and tastes, but no repellent that can solve the rat problem in a short time.

Smoke or gas bombs can be used to control burrowing rodents in open areas. They are placed in holes and set on fire; the bombs begin to emit toxic, suffocating smoke or gas. But it is not recommended to use them around residential buildings: rat holes may be located under the house and have several open entrances, which is why toxic gases will penetrate into the home.

A smoke bomb against mice and rats will help you quickly and effectively deal with unexpected guests. Pests are able to penetrate residential buildings, outbuildings, cellars, garages and many other premises. They always cause a lot of damage to property, spoil food products, winter vegetable supplies and much more.

Tansy and black root in the fight against mice

The safest way to get rid of mice not only in the house, but also to protect plants in the garden from them is to use herbs.

Tansy has a strong camphor odor, which rodents really dislike. If you place bunches of 3-5 branches of this plant in the right places, for example, next to food, where it is better not to use poisons, mice and rats will leave your home for a long time.

In the fight against animals, you can use black root. Humans can’t smell it, but mice can’t stand it! Remember that blackroot is a poisonous plant, so you need to wear gloves when working with it. Before use, dry branches of the plant should be scalded with boiling water. You can also prepare a decoction of black root and treat the room with it.

You will need: 1 part of a dried plant (preferably the root part, since it contains the most toxic substances), 10 parts of water.

Preparation. Place the dried herb in a pan that you do not use for cooking, as blackroot is poisonous. Pour boiling water over it and place on low heat. Bring the mixture to a boil, then leave to simmer for 10 minutes. Next, cool to room temperature, strain through several layers of gauze and pour into a spray bottle.

The room must be treated immediately before the broth deteriorates. Remember that the product should not come into contact with food or living creatures. You can also use black root tincture, which is sold in pharmacies.

How to use a smoke bomb?

To achieve a positive effect from deratization using a smoke bomb, be sure to read the instructions for use before opening it.

The product contains sulfur compounds, which can have an adverse effect on the condition of metal structures in the premises. Therefore, they need to be taken out of the room, and if it is not possible to carry out such measures, treat the surfaces with grease or other similar substance.

Deratization with smoke bombs is allowed only in detached buildings. If the cellar or shed is adjacent to the living quarters, care should be taken to pre-seal all cracks using foam rubber, cotton wool and other auxiliary materials. This will prevent smoke from entering the rooms.

Before carrying out the treatment, it is advisable to completely empty the room of fruits, vegetables and other products. Sulfur dioxide accumulates on them, as a result of which the products become unfit for consumption. The ideal time for deratization is 2-3 weeks before filling the cellar, so that all harmful compounds have time to completely disappear.

To achieve the desired effect, you should correctly calculate the number of checkers taking into account the area of ​​the premises. At least 1 smoke device is needed per 5-10 m³, otherwise the required concentration of toxic substances cannot be achieved to achieve complete destruction of rodents.

Before igniting, the checker should be placed on a special stand to prevent damage to the floor covering; brick, stone, and other fire-resistant materials should be used.

Precautionary measures

All work must be carried out wearing personal protective equipment (respirator, mask and gloves). Tuck your hair under your headdress.

After lighting the checker, you must immediately leave the room and close the door tightly behind you. You must first ensure that the wick is successfully ignited. This is evidenced by the occurrence of a pungent odor and smoke.

When outdoors, you must immediately take off your clothes and wash your hands and face. It is advisable to take a shower to further cleanse your hair, which absorbs and accumulates all harmful substances very well.

The treated room should be opened no earlier than after 24-48 hours. After this, you need to open the door wide and ventilate the room for several days. You can go inside only after the smell of sulfur has completely disappeared.

Using a smoke bomb against rats and mice, you can achieve not only the disappearance of rodents, but also successfully treat the room from mold and fungal infections before planting the crop.

Peppermint essential oil will make tailed parasites leave your home

Reliable and humane, if you exclude direct contact with rodent fur, a remedy that will force uninvited guests to leave your home.

Peppermint essential oil can be used in several ways, for example, adding a few drops to the water for washing floors - the main thing here is not to overdo it, otherwise the strong smell will cause a headache. You can moisten napkins with oil and put them in jars that need to be placed in the basement, cellar or barn.

A solution containing mint essential oil, water and alcohol works well against rodents.

To prepare it you will need: 300 ml of water, 10-15 drops of mint essential oil, 10 ml of alcohol.

Using a spray bottle, it is necessary to treat all cracks, floors and other hard-to-reach places where rodents may be located.

Areas of use

If you need an insect smoke bomb for your home, keep in mind that such treatment must be carried out in strict accordance with safety requirements. Be sure to notify your neighbors about the upcoming pest control. The FAS sulfur bomb from fleas emits not only smoke, but also a pungent odor. Uninformed residents of neighboring apartments, having discovered this phenomenon and not being able to contact you, will probably call the firefighters.

In addition to residential premises, smoke bombs for disinfection can be used at the following facilities:

• garages;
• warehouses;
• factory floors;
• hangars;
• greenhouses, greenhouses and other buildings for agricultural purposes;
• land;
• basements and cellars.

All proposals can be divided into two groups. The first includes “smoke blowers” ​​intended for treating residential premises. The second includes products used in industrial facilities and open spaces.

Reviews

Konstantin:

I decided not to use sprays and gels and immediately laid a smoke bomb. The smoke came out so strong that I almost suffocated, the smell was disgusting, it was ventilated for about a week. We haven't seen cockroaches for a month now, and I'm thinking about another treatment just in case.

Natalia:

I didn’t read the instructions - I placed the file box on 13 squares in room 20. There was smoke, but even visually it was clear that it was not enough. I bought a second one for 25 squares, put on a respirator and lit it. I was able to enter the room after 6 hours, the smell is terrible , my eyes burn. I haven’t had cockroaches for a week; before that they literally crawled into my eyes.

Tatiana:

After the first treatment, we had to carry out a second treatment, because not all the insects died. For effectiveness, we took a smoke bomb with a different active substance. After the second procedure, there was peace and quiet.

Problems solved with checkers

What is a smoke bomb used for?

1. Disinfection of the cellar. Sulfur quickly destroys fungus and bacteria, making the space safe for human health. Often, using a sulfur bomb is the best way to quickly destroy mold or a dangerous bacterial infection.
2. Pest control. The checker helps to remove insects living in the basement and other non-residential premises. It copes well with almost all known pests: from bedbugs and woodlice to wood borers.
3. Destruction of rodents and moles. During combustion, the smoke from the bomb penetrates into all hard-to-reach places and crevices. At the same time, he drives away or destroys all the inhabitants of the cellar.
4. Disinsection of greenhouses. Before you start planting fruit or vegetable crops, it is necessary to disinfest the soil in the greenhouse, greenhouse or conservatory. In this case, a smoke bomb is the ideal choice. It quickly erodes and does not settle in the ground. In addition, it kills all soil pathogens, which has a positive effect on productivity.

When treating a room, a smoke bomb must be placed on bricks or a metal sheet.

The mechanism of action of the checker is very simple. It consists of intense heating of the air and saturation of the surrounding space with toxic smoke. This not only solves current problems, but is also an excellent prevention of the development of rot and mold, which is especially important for wooden structures. After treatment, existing mold becomes soft and rotten, making it easy to clean off with a stiff brush.

Due to the fact that the smoke spreads throughout the room, it drives out all insects and animals. This method has demonstrated particular effectiveness in the fight against bedbugs, ticks and bark beetles.

When is rodent control necessary?

The best time to get rid of mice will be the autumn season. It is in the fall that parasites are most active. At the very beginning of this period, almost the entire harvest is harvested from gardens, so there is less food there, and it gets colder outside. These reasons force the animals to go in search of new housing in villages and cities.

The most favorable conditions for mice reign in private houses and summer cottages, but they often visit city apartments. Rodents enter the latter through ventilation and sewer systems. From basements, animals can easily get into apartments located on the ground floor, especially if there are wooden floors.

Where to begin

First of all, the fight against parasites should begin with thorough cleaning. Mice, like humans, are not able to live where there is no water and food. When choosing a place to live, animals give preference to those where they can get food without much difficulty. Do a general cleaning of your home, thoroughly clean every corner, every cabinet and the most secluded places. There should be no crumbs or particles of food left anywhere. Try to put food in the refrigerator in a timely manner and keep various surfaces clean. Such manipulations will deprive the mice of food, and after that they are unlikely to remain in your house.

Another useful activity would be a thorough inspection of the entire house, identifying possible cracks in the floors, walls, and ceilings. They should be sealed, as even small holes can become a convenient entry point for rodents.

Compound

The contents of the drug are determined by the task for which the Fas smoke bomb is intended. The most widely used products are those based on:

• Compounds that are converted during combustion to sulfur dioxide. Sulfur checker Climate is used both for disinfestation and for the destruction of mold and mildew. One of the most popular options.
• Permethrin. If you are interested in a powerful smoke bomb against mice and rats, carefully study the preparations based on this insecticide. It has a nerve-paralyzing effect on rodents. Insects are destroyed no less effectively. This insecticidal bomb is usually used when treating warehouses, basements and other spacious non-residential premises.
• Didecyldimethylammonium bromide. This is an offer for people fighting bacteria and fungi in vegetable gardens, storage areas, and orchards. You can also use these smoke bombs to disinfect greenhouses. They also help against insect pests.
• Nicotine. Destroys small parasites without causing the slightest harm to the human body.
• Hexachlorane. Another powerful insecticide that is effective against insects. Such products are actively used in agriculture.

Sulfur bomb against mold and insects is available in a variety of designs. Products of domestic manufacturers are in high demand in this market. If you are interested in antifungal preparations for disinfection, the “Climate” smoke bomb will do an excellent job of treating livestock farms, greenhouses and storage facilities.

If the main goal is to destroy ants and cockroaches that have taken a fancy to your barn or other utility room, you can purchase the “City” model. This permethrin-based product is recommended for disinfecting large areas. One tablet can treat from 60 m² (against cockroaches) to 1000 m² (against mosquitoes). It will cost about 250 rubles.

The sulfur smoke bomb “Fas” is a more affordable analogue of “Climate”. It costs about 50 rubles. The downside of this product is the pungent odor, but it performs its main purpose efficiently. If you need a smoke bomb for a cellar or other utility room occupied by insects, pay attention to the products.

It perfectly repels pests in open areas. One product for 450-500 rubles can quickly fix a problem on 250 square meters. “Vulcan” is a sulfur bomb against wood borers and other parasites, the average price of which is 80 rubles. Due to its high toxicity, it is recommended to use it only in open spaces.

A standard sulfur bomb for residential premises will cost no less than 150 rubles. This is enough to treat a room of 10-15 m². This segment is represented mainly by Japanese and Chinese products. Often there are not even instructions in Russian or English. If you need an insect repellent in your home, be sure to clarify any unclear points before purchasing. We do not recommend using products from unknown brands, especially when the price is too “profitable,” but it’s up to you to decide.

Rules for using checkers

The main advantages of this product include:

• Guarantee of a bountiful harvest when used in greenhouses.
• Low price combined with high performance.
• Easy to use - each box contains detailed instructions explaining all the details of installation and the necessary precautions.
• Safety (the wick provides a delay of 1-2 minutes before combustion begins, which allows everyone to leave the room).
• Can be used in the home before finishing work to prevent mold.
• High quality product from most manufacturers.

To avoid poisoning, all products and jars with preparations from the cellar must be removed.

But the sulfur bomb also has significant disadvantages:

• The need to leave the house while the cellar is being processed. Manufacturers recommend not only closing the room being treated with a saber, but also leaving the house. This is due to the fact that there is always a danger of smoke entering the living space through cracks in the floor or walls of the cellar. For sulfuric anhydride poisoning, it is enough to inhale a small amount of the volatile substance.
• Prohibition on processing premises containing any flammable materials.
• A categorical ban on use in multi-storey buildings. The smoke released is very intense and highly toxic. It easily penetrates even the top floors of high-rise buildings and poses a health hazard to their residents. The use of sulfur bombs in an apartment can lead to criminal liability.
• Caution in storage is required. Checkers must be stored in sealed original packaging and separately from food, out of the reach of small children and animals. They also need to be protected from fire.
• The difficulty that arises when fighting moles.

First of all, you need to pay attention to the composition of the checker you are purchasing and the availability of all certificates from its manufacturer. We recommend that you purchase products from well-known companies, “Vist”, “Climate”, “City” and “Tsifum”.

Attention! We light the wick and immediately leave the room. The smoke is very poisonous!

In order for the entire procedure to be easy and safe for humans, it is necessary to use the saber in accordance with the following instructions. Regardless of whether you are going to treat the cellar or disinfest the greenhouse, start with thorough preparation.

After the treatment, the cellar is ventilated until the smell of sulfur disappears.

Before starting the procedure, you should remove all metal objects from the room. If they are too heavy or you are unable to do so, be sure to protect them from sulfur compounds. To avoid corrosion, treat all metal surfaces with grease or other greasy and viscous lubricant.

Using smoke bombs you can fight mold, rodents and insects.

Place the checkers on fireproof stands. They will protect the cellar floor from fire and decay. Some manufacturers include them with the main product. Brick, foam block or stone can also be used as an insulating material. It is even better to use a long metal sheet or a deep stand. They will protect surfaces from fire even if the checker falls.

• After that, it's time to protect yourself. Wear safety glasses, a respirator, and rubber gloves. If necessary, collect hair.
• Light all the wicks and make sure that the checker begins to smolder. You can determine this by the appearance of smoke and a pungent odor, as well as by the stain that should form on the surface of the checker.
• Leave the premises immediately. If you stay near toxic smoke, you will get poisoned. The sulfurous substance released by it causes severe irritation of the mucous membranes. Don't forget to close the cellar door or lid tightly.
• After completing work, be sure to change clothes and wash your face, hands and hair.
• Keep in mind that the entire procedure will take from 30 minutes to 1.5 hours. After this, the basement or cellar room should remain closed for about another day.
• When this time has expired, it is necessary to thoroughly ventilate the basement by opening all windows and doors. Ventilation should be completed only when the specific smell of sulfur completely disappears. This usually takes about 2 days. This process can be accelerated by using a candle in the exhaust pipe. This will speed up air circulation, and the room can be used within a day. Wet cleaning is also recommended.

General instructions

If you purchased a branded Klimat sulfur smoke bomb, the instructions for use will help you quickly understand the nuances of the process. Unfortunately, it is not always possible to use the recommendations of the official manufacturer. It's OK. Both the sulfur smoke bomb Fas and the insecticidal City are activated in approximately the same way. You just need to follow a certain sequence of actions.

As we have already said, first of all you need to warn your neighbors. A sulfur bomb in a living room produces a lot of smoke. Even if you block all the exits, you definitely won’t be able to hide the smell. It is better to be safe from problems with firefighters and administration. At the next stage, it is necessary to remove all household members from the apartment.

Regardless of whether it is a work or residential space, you should try to cover all possible cracks. This is difficult to do over large areas, but it is worth the effort. Any smoke bomb for a greenhouse in a closed space is much more effective. Special products are provided for treating open areas.

Once you have caulked all the cracks and closed the windows, you can begin the process.

1. According to the instructions for use, the FAS sulfur bomb for the cellar is installed in the center of the room. Modern models often come with jars in which the product is placed. If a special container is not available, you can place a sulfur bomb for the cellar on a brick, ceramic tile or in any suitable container.
2. The material equipped with a wick should be lit. If the design does not have such a device, then the smoke insecticidal bomb for pigeons is triggered by contact with water. The container in which it will be located must be filled with the appropriate liquid. In special banks there are marks showing the required level.
3. Immediately after activating the product, leave the room, closing the door tightly behind you. A smoke bomb from mold and mildew can release toxic substances for an hour and a half. It is recommended to ventilate the room no earlier than after 2-3 hours. If we are talking about an apartment, wet cleaning is mandatory.
4. The standard instructions for a Fas smoke bomb for a cellar require repeating the process after two to three weeks. Vapors do not affect the eggs of parasites, so you need to wait until all the larvae hatch and eliminate the problem completely.