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  Rodent Control    
 
Rodents are an unavoidable part of life in any city. The City of Cambridge is committed to confronting this problem by:
  • Addressing rodent problems on public property;
  • Working to control rodents during construction projects;
  • Enforcing sanitary codes and ordinances; and
  • Educating the public.
By working together, we can make Cambridge as rodent free as possible.

Any time you see a rat, call the rodent reporting line (617) 349-4899 or email us. Please give detailed information on the location and time of day you saw the rat. This will help us to conduct the most effective investigation possible.

   Resources
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10 Tips on Rodent Control
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Rodent Control Strategies for Property Managers
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Using Dumpsters to Prevent Rodent Problems
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Landscaping for Rodent Control
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The Changing Seasons: Factors in Rodent Control
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What is a Rat? What is a Mouse?
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Rats: Myths vs. Facts
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Keep Your Composter and Garden Free from Rodents

  

 

 Related Links
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Inspectional Services Department
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Public Health Department
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Refuse and Litter Ordinance
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Massachusetts State Sanitary Code

 Brochures

Rodent Control: A Guide for Property Owners and Residents

Keep Your Composter Free From Rodents

 
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