George from Chicago writes
I saw a LARGE rat in the garden. We have had them before so I know what Big means. I don't know if a regular trap would kill him. I have one hole and was thinking of smoke. It is not cold here yet but the weather will turn in the next few weeks. I have sprayed all wood within 400 feet with repel .
For rodent control, the best treatment outdoors is to use a tamper resistant bait stations with a rodenticide. You can view our Rodent Control Guide for full details on how to perform a full treatment.
Answer last updated on: 10/22/2017