Understanding the Dangers of Rodents in Des Moines, IA | KB's Pest & Termite Control


Hearing scratching in the walls or discovering droppings in your Des Moines, IA home can be unnerving. Rodents like mice and rats are not just a nuisance; they pose significant health and property risks. KB's Pest & Termite Control provides expert rodent control services throughout the Des Moines, IA area, alongside our premier termite control and general pest management. Our certified Des Moines, IA technicians are skilled in trapping, removal, and, most importantly, exclusion—sealing your home to prevent future entry. Understand the dangers and protect your Des Moines, IA property with the professionals at KB's.

Have a rodent problem in Des Moines, IA? Call KB's Pest & Termite Control for a solution!





Your Des Moines, IA Experts in Termite & Pest Defense


KB's Pest & Termite Control is committed to ensuring the health and safety of our Des Moines, IA neighbors. We understand the specific risks that pests like rodents and termites pose to local properties, and we are dedicated to providing effective, lasting solutions with the highest level of professionalism and care.



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Expert Rodent Control in the Des Moines, IA Area


Our Des Moines, IA team specializes in solving mouse and rat infestations. Our comprehensive service includes a thorough inspection, a strategic trapping program, and professional exclusion work to seal entry points and keep rodents out for good.





Comprehensive Termite and Pest Control for Des Moines, IA Homes


While we address your immediate rodent issue, we are also Des Moines, IA's leading termite specialists. We can provide a full property inspection to ensure you are protected from termites and other common pests like roaches, ants, and bed bugs.



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A Guide to Rodent Dangers and Control in Des Moines, IA


Mice and rats are more than just unwanted guests; they are a direct threat to the health and safety of your Des Moines, IA home. The experts at KB's Pest & Termite Control want homeowners to be aware of the risks.





Health Risks Posed by Rodents


  • Disease Transmission: Rodents can carry and transmit a wide array of diseases through their droppings, urine, saliva, and bites. Pathogens they can spread include Hantavirus, Salmonella, and Leptospirosis.
  • Contamination: A single mouse can leave behind dozens of droppings per day. They contaminate food supplies, kitchen counters, and other surfaces as they travel through your home, posing a significant health risk.
  • Parasites: Rodents are often infested with fleas and ticks, which they can introduce into your Des Moines, IA home, creating a secondary pest problem and another vector for disease.
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Property Damage Risks


  • Chewing and Gnawing: Rodents have incisors that constantly grow, compelling them to gnaw on hard surfaces to keep them filed down. They are notorious for chewing through electrical wiring, which creates a serious fire hazard.
  • Damage to Insulation and Structures: They will shred insulation, vapor barriers, and paper products in attics and crawl spaces to build their nests. They can also gnaw through drywall, wood, and plastic pipes.




The KB's Pest & Termite Control Solution


  • Inspection: Our Des Moines, IA technician will conduct a thorough inspection to identify the type of rodent, locate nests and travel paths, and, most importantly, find all potential entry points.
  • Trapping: We use a strategic and effective trapping program to remove the existing rodent population from your home.
  • Exclusion: This is the key to long-term control. We seal the cracks, gaps, and holes that rodents are using to get inside, from the foundation to the roofline of your Des Moines, IA home.
  • Sanitation and Advice: We provide recommendations on how to reduce attractants like open food sources and clutter, and we can offer cleanup services for contaminated areas.Simply setting a few traps is not enough to solve a rodent problem. A professional, integrated approach from KB's Pest & Termite Control that includes exclusion is the only way to ensure lasting protection for your Des Moines, IA home.
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Frequently Asked Questions


  • How are mice getting into my Des Moines, IA house?A mouse can squeeze through a hole the size of a dime. Common entry points are gaps around pipes, under doors, and through cracks in the foundation.
  • I only see one mouse. Is it a big deal? Yes. Mice reproduce very quickly. Seeing one mouse almost always means there is a hidden nest and a larger population.
  • Do you handle other pests besides rodents and termites? Yes, we are a full-service pest control company in Des Moines, IA, handling everything from ants and roaches to bed bugs and mosquitoes.
  • What if I have pests in my attic? Our technicians are experienced in inspecting and treating pests in attics, crawl spaces, and other hard-to-reach areas of your Des Moines, IA home.
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For Expert Rodent Control in Des Moines, IA, Call KB's Pest & Termite Control!


Protect your home and family from the dangers of rodents. KB's Pest & Termite Control provides comprehensive trapping and exclusion services throughout the Des Moines, IA area. Call us today!





Customer Reviews

"We had mice in our attic, and I was so worried about them chewing wires. The team from KB's in Des Moines, IA was amazing. They not only trapped the mice but also found and sealed every tiny hole they were using to get in."

"I can't say enough good things about their rodent exclusion service. The technician was incredibly thorough and professional. KB's Pest & Termite Control solved a problem we'd been having for years in Des Moines, IA."

"Heard scratching in the walls and called KB's. They quickly identified it as a rat issue and put a comprehensive plan in place. A very knowledgeable and effective pest control service."





Des Moines, IA Insights: Population,
Zip Codes, Influence, and Service Areas

Des Moines (/dəˈmɔɪn/ i) is the capital and the most populous city in Iowa, United States. It is also the county seat of Polk County. A small part of the city extends into Warren County. It was incorporated on September 22, 1851, as Fort Des Moines, which was shortened to "Des Moines" in 1857. It is located on, and named after, the Des Moines River, which likely was adapted from the early French name, Rivière des Moines, meaning "River of the Monks". The city's population was 214,133 as of the 2020 census. The six-county metropolitan area is ranked 83rd in terms of population in the United States, with 699,292 residents according to the 2019 estimate by the United States Census Bureau, and is the largest metropolitan area fully located within the state.

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