You could be attracting rats to your garden with one innocent mistake, expert warns
dailyrecord.co.ukA simple mistake in your garden could be the main reason why rats are flocking to it.Rats aren't just found in city alleyways, they can be anywhere, even in your outdoor space.
They might make their homes under your decking, in sheds or greenhouses, and compost heaps and once they settle in, it's hard to get rid of them.A serious rat problem could take up to three months to clear and cost up to £260 in 2023, according to Checkatrade.com.
It's better to stop rats from coming into your garden in the first place, with one expert revealing how to prevent an infestation.James Ewens, a garden and wildlife specialist from Green Feathers Wildlife Store, says that bird feeders are one of the most common reasons why rats come into gardens.
Rats are always looking for food, and even if your bird feeder is off the ground, birds can drop seeds onto the floor which rats can eat, reports the Mirror.
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