Rat Trap Reviews
There are various types and brands of rat trap products on the market. Unbelievably, the rat trap is still the best option and most effective tool in ridding your home of these pesky–often filthy–little creatures. Still, there are many types of traps to select from. None offer a simple solution–you will need to get rid of the traps and the dead rats. We know: It’s likely you’re not looking forward to the process, but the job has to be done. Some rat traps seem to be more effective than others.
It’s a Regional Thing
As you consider the following products, keep in mind that a rat trap may work well for you. Because rats are different from one area to the next, they are likely to respond to traps and food in different ways. Some may have become ’smart enough’ not to be trapped by some types of set-ups. On the other hand, the simplest of forms of traps may work well in other areas. You may have to try several options to find the one that is most effective for you.
A Few Rat Traps to Consider
Consider these options when looking at rat traps available on the market. These are great ways to catch them and get them out of your home.
- Spring Action Design: These types of traps are set and baited with a small amount of food. When the rat steps on them to grab the food, a spring mechanism activates and grabs the rat, killing it in the process. These are the least expensive and can work in most situations. Be sure they are large enough if you have rats rather than mice.
- Electronic Mouse Traps: A bit of a newer option, these products will catch the rat or mouse in a box-like device. The rat or mouse is not harmed, however; it can then be released back into the wild. Some people who are looking for a more humane option are likely to choose these types of traps.
- Sticky Paper Traps: They work much like fly paper but are far stickier than traditional fly traps. As the rat walks on them, it is unable to move. Some contain a small amount of poison that kills the rat, while others use food to lure them on. Most of these traps will just lay directly on the areas where the rats walk.
These are just a few of the more common rat traps you will find on the market today. Remember that it is often best to call a professional pest exterminator to handle larger infestations (or when you just do not want to deal with cleaning up rat traps)!
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