Unexplained food crumbs? Scurrying and running sounds in the ceiling overhead? Food packaging that has been chewed through in the cupboard? If these things sound familiar, you may be dealing with a mouse in the house, and it may be time to consider some mice removal measures.
What should I know about mice?
These small
rodents, can be extremely destructive creatures, quickly multiplying and typically not
travelling alone. They will chew through food packaging, insulation in your walls and attic, wires, and even your walls themselves to get to what they want. When fed enough, they can have a new litter almost every month. While some mice can carry disease, it is not that common in Canada, and most of the time, these little guys invade and simply become an annoyance and
nuisance to you and your family.
How do I know if I have mice in my house?
Droppings
underneath furniture and appliances, or in the attic.
Running
You may hear a scurrying or running sound in the ceiling, under the floor, or in other rooms when you aren’t there.
Chewed Remains
You find wrappers or packages in your cupboard or around the house that have been chewed through, or you may find the leftover crumbs of eaten food.
Why do I have mice in my Toronto home?
Mice and rodent infestations are commonly associated with dirty houses, old, rundown buildings, and areas featuring lots of garbage and improperly disposed waste. While this is sometimes true, the fact is, mice like clean homes and buildings too – they just go where the food is! With that in mind, there are two main reasons why you may have mice in your house and why you may consider seeking
professionalmice control options for your Toronto home:
Like
any animal, mice are just looking for food. If you leave it out and make it easy for them to access, like leftovers
on the counter, crumbs and messes in the living room, half eaten dinner left
out – they will find it. Once they have
a taste, they’ll be there to stay, just waiting for more.
Easy of Entry
Mice take
the easy route. Sometimes the only reason they end up in your house is because
there is a wide-open opportunity to get in. Holes in the foundation, ceiling,
attic or walls are all easy entry points for a mouse to get into your house.
These holes do not have to be large, and often in the case of an apartment
complex, can start in someone else’s unit before spreading to yours.
How can I get rid of mice in my house?
When it comes to dealing with a mouse or rodent problem in your house, there are two parts to getting it under control: prevention and elimination. You need to ensure you complete both to remove the mice, to ensure there are no more
that show up, and to verify that you have the mice under control in your Toronto home:
Eliminate
the Invaders
If you have had an
ongoing mouse or rodent problem for some time, chances are you are not going to
be able to eliminate the issue on your own with hardware store mouse traps. While
you can try this to begin with, if you want to get to the root of the problem
faster, call in a Toronto
mouse exterminator company like Power Pest, and let us go to work. We
are the professionals, and we will eliminate the mice you currently have in
your home and get to the root of the problem. We will focus on pursuing
potential holes where mice are getting in, finding deficiencies in insulation
or your roof that are letting them enter, or even discovering complete rodent
nests that may be lurking under your house. Getting a professional mice
removal service is the best way to ensure you won’t have any problems
down the line and you can have peace of mind knowing they are gone.
Preventing
Mice
Part of our professional service is to use preventative
measures to ensure you do not have more unwanted mouse visitors show up
later. This may include things such
things as patching up holes in the roof or the walls, placing guard wire over
gutters and drainage systems, and sealing cracks in your foundation.
In addition to our services, there are
things you can do in your home to prevent further mouse and rodent problems.
Cleanliness is extra important when it comes to mouse control, so be sure to clean up any liquid spills
immediately. If a spill soaks into furniture or bedding, have it properly cleaned
to remove any lingering odors. In addition, make it a habit to regularly empty
your garbage, and if possible, do not store your main garbage bin near your
home. You should also be trying to complete regular, deep house cleanings,
vacuuming, and mopping the floors, ideally once a week. Finally, do not leave
any food, crumbs, wrappers, or food residue around your house.
What to do after getting rid of mice in your house
While you think you may be able to combat the first few mice you see with a hardware store trap and some peanut butter or cheese, a mouse problem can get ahead of you very quickly if left unattended. Mice have a high rate of reproduction, and without calling in a mice exterminator to your Toronto home, you may find your home acting as the perfect breeding ground for mice. To avoid this, Power Pest is the best answer. Providing timely, efficient service, we’ll come to your house, assess the problem, and immediately start taking steps to eliminate it. We are passionate about working directly with homeowners to solve mice problems, tackling each situation with the specialized attention it requires. We use non-toxic chemicals and natural methods whenever possible, and simply want you to have your house back to normal, without any unwanted guests! Whenever you’re ready, we are here to help.
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