White vinegar can serve as a helpful deterrent in mild rat infestations or as a preventative measure. Its sharp, pungent aroma is no friend to rodents, who rely heavily on scent trails to find food ...

Victor Vasquez, a manager with Truckee Meadows Pest Control, sees a lot of rats. "We get calls every day for (rats)," Vasquez said. "Some days are lighter than others, majority are in Incline and in ...