Victor Pedal Rat Trap

Our Review

When rat or mice traps come to mind, the Victor Pedal Rat Trap is probably the design you visualize in your mind. Such an iconic design didn’t come that way for no reason. These traps are intended to work quickly and efficiently so that anyone can use them. The process is more involved than other traps in terms of setting the traps and disposing and cleaning of the caught rats. However, you can’t beat the price in easily getting rid of a small infestation.

Quick Setup

Though the setup process may not be as easy as some other traps on the market, it is fast and efficient. All you need to do is follow the five-step process that comes with the trap’s instructions.

First, move the armbar so that it’s away from the kill bar. Moving this will give you easy access to the metal bait pedal, where you can place any bait of your choosing. The bait you choose is one of the most critical aspects of setting the trap, so we recommend using sweet or smelly substances that rats are known to love, such as chocolate, dried fruits, peanut butter, or other types of nut-based spreads.

Next, move the kill bar back and hold it firmly with your thumb. This part of the setup requires necessary caution to make sure the bar doesn’t slip from out of your grasp. Swing the armbar over until it latches properly onto the corresponding notch. From there, slowly release the kill bar until it’s securely engaged and held by the armbar.

While this setup only takes a matter of seconds, it’s important to take each step as slowly as you need to. The trap is powerful enough to cause an unfortunate accident if it were to close on your hand or fingers.

After the trap is engaged, all you need to do is place it in the areas where you’ve seen rats or where you think they are hiding around your home. Be sure to place the traps against walls. If you’re using multiple traps, give them at least two to three feet between each one.

One-Time Use

This classic rat trap is one of the oldest and most popular traps for a good reason. For any rat problem, it boasts an easy cleanup process where all you need to do is throw the entire trap away, rat included. These traps are intended for one-time use and made with environmentally-friendly wood certified by the Forest Stewardship Council. It’s not recommended for multiple uses since the materials can degrade quickly, and the cleanup process could be difficult and dangerous.

Value Pricing

These traps don’t have the bells and whistles that newer models might have, but they’re simple and work effectively. Because of their simplicity, they’re some of the most cost-effective traps that you can find on the market. In the pack of 12, each trap comes out to about $1.60. Twelve traps is definitely enough to get rid of a small group of rats, and you’ll ultimately be saving money in getting rid of the rats quickly before they cause damage to your home.

Does the Victor Rat Trap Work?

This trap was designed decades ago and is still prevalent in the market for a good reason. It works well to kill rats around the home quickly and is also fairly easy to set up. When used in tandem with additional preventative measures, such as home hygiene, you can easily make your house safe from rats.

Happy customers state that the traps usually work within the same day they’re set, though they may take some trial and error in terms of placement and the type of bait you use. These traps can also be messy since there’s only a small wooden platform where the rat will be contained. When disposing of the rat, we recommend using gloves and exercising caution, so you don’t come into contact with the body. Unfortunately, you’ll also need to properly clean and sanitize the area near where the trap was set off.

Suggested Application

The 12-pack of Victor Pedal Rat Traps is an excellent purchase for someone dealing with multiple rats in and around their home but would still like a cost-effective solution.

When you purchase the traps, be sure to read instructions thoroughly before you get started. Start by identifying the areas where you’d like to place the traps and by getting the bait you’d like to use. Always put your traps flush against walls, and choose areas where rats travel or have been seen before. This will usually be bathrooms, kitchens, garages, or outside around the perimeter of the home. For bait, you can use common food items inside of your home.

We recommend continuously monitoring the traps. If the traps are successful, you don’t want to leave the dead rat for an extended period as this could cause additional pest problems. Be sure to dispose of the body as soon as possible and properly clean the surrounding area. Furthermore, you should be monitoring to determine if the traps aren’t being effective. If you haven’t trapped any rats in a few days but are still seeing them around your home, consider altering the traps. Move them to different places or replace the bait.

If you are hesitant in looking at dead rats are having to dispose of their bodies, this may not be the best type of trap for you. The simple design means that the caught rats will be fully visible.

Above all, be sure to exercise caution when using the Victor Pedal Trap. The fast-acting mechanism works excellent for rats but isn’t the type of trap you’d want to have an accident with.