Rodents like rats and mice can cause serious damage to your home and pose health risks to your family if left untreated. At Phillips Pest Control, we provide professional rodent control services designed to quickly eliminate infestations and prevent them from returning. Our process begins with a thorough inspection to identify entry points, nesting areas, and signs of activity, followed by targeted treatments and exclusion methods to seal off access to your property. Rodents are known for chewing through wiring, contaminating food, and spreading bacteria, which makes fast, effective control essential. Serving the Dothan, Enterprise, and surrounding Wiregrass areas, our team delivers reliable, safe, and long-lasting rodent control solutions tailored to your specific needs. If you’re hearing scratching in the walls or noticing droppings, trust Phillips Pest Control to protect your home and restore your peace of mind.

Health Risks Associated with Rats and Mice

Rodents are more than just a nuisance — they can pose significant health risks to your home and family. Rats and mice are known carriers of bacteria, viruses, and parasites that can spread disease through direct contact, droppings, urine, and contaminated surfaces.

Common Health Issues Linked to Rodents:

• Hantavirus
A potentially life-threatening respiratory disease spread through exposure to rodent droppings, urine, or saliva—especially when particles become airborne.

• Salmonella
Rodents can contaminate food and food-preparation surfaces, leading to salmonella poisoning, which causes severe gastrointestinal illness.

• Leptospirosis
This bacterial infection is spread through contact with water or surfaces contaminated by rodent urine and can lead to liver and kidney damage.

• Rat-Bite Fever
Transmitted through bites, scratches, or handling infected rodents, this illness can cause fever, vomiting, and muscle pain.

• Allergies & Asthma Triggers
Rodent droppings, urine, and dander can worsen allergies and trigger asthma attacks, especially in children.

• Parasites (Fleas, Ticks, Mites)
Rodents often carry parasites that can spread additional diseases to humans and pets.

Why Fast Rodent Control Matters

Because rodents reproduce quickly and often remain hidden, infestations can grow rapidly and increase the risk of exposure to these health hazards. Professional rodent control is essential to eliminate the problem at its source and protect your home.