Rat Proofing Buildings and Premises

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Rat Proofing Buildings and Premises

by James Silver, M. C. (Morris Cotgrave) Betts, W. E. (Winney Elmer) Crouch

EN·~1 hours·5 chapters

Chapters

5 total

INTRODUCTION

2:04

GENERAL PRINCIPLES OF RAT PROOFING

1:46

RAT PROOFING FARM BUILDINGS

19:22

RAT PROOFING CITY BUILDINGS

12:48

RAT PROOFING THE CITY

26:18

Description

In this practical guide, the author explains how modern construction techniques can outsmart one of humanity's oldest pests. By focusing on sturdy, non‑combustible materials, sealed openings, and the elimination of hidden cavities, the book shows how to make homes, farms, and factories inhospitable to rats. It also outlines the limits of traditional traps and poisons, arguing that prevention is far more effective than endless extermination.

Readers will find clear, step‑by‑step advice for both new builds and retrofits, with tips on selecting rat‑resistant doors, gratings, and concrete finishes. The text highlights how rat‑proofing dovetails with fire‑safety and sanitary standards, often becoming a required clause in building codes. Whether you manage a rural farm or a city warehouse, the guide offers affordable measures that protect food stores and structural integrity before a single rodent can settle in.

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Language

en

Duration

~1 hours (59K characters)

Series

United States. Department of Agriculture. Farmers' bulletin no. 1638

Publisher of text edition

Project Gutenberg

Credits

Produced by Tom Cosmas

Release date

2020-07-10

Rights

Public domain in the USA.

About the authors

JS

James Silver

b. 1890

A Southern historian who became known for speaking bluntly about segregation, he wrote one of the best-known critiques of Mississippi's racial order in the civil rights era.

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M. C. (Morris Cotgrave) Betts

M. C. (Morris Cotgrave) Betts

1875–1936

Best known for practical U.S. Department of Agriculture guides, this early 20th-century writer focused on farm planning, building design, and durable rural construction. His work feels especially relevant today for listeners interested in simple, resourceful ways of living and building.

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W. E. (Winney Elmer) Crouch

1891–1964

Best known for practical government guides on pest control and wildlife management, this early-20th-century American writer published concise handbooks meant to solve everyday problems. His surviving work connects rural life, public health, and conservation in a direct, no-nonsense way.

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