Simple Mouse Prevention Tips
It’s officially mouse season in the Midwest! Well, to be fair, mice are a year-round pest problem, but we receive more calls about these small rodents when the cooler weather arrives in the fall. From mice making holes in the corners of rooms, to hearing mice in the walls, to seeing them scurry about inside the house, it’s clear mice are on a mission to secure shelter and stay warm, and homeowners are not happy about it. And rightfully so! No one wants to worry about the damage these pests cause or the illnesses they spread, especially with the holidays around the corner. In today’s blog post, we’re sharing a few simple mouse prevention tips to keep mice out. We’ll also discuss what to do if mice (or rats) are already active in your home.
Simple tips to keep mice out of your home
To prevent mice from infesting your home this fall or any other time of year, our local pest control company recommends the following tips:
- Seal entry points including cracks, gaps, and openings on the outside of the house
- Install door sweeps on exterior doors
- Use weatherstripping to seal openings around doors and windows
- Replace loose mortar around the foundation
- Cover vents and the chimney
- Keep the garage door closed
- Stack firewood at least 20 feet away from the house
- Trim back tree limbs, bushes, and shrubs so that they don’t touch the sides of the house or roof
- Repair leaks and plumbing issues and address other moisture problems
- Clean up your yard
- Keep exterior trash cans covered
What to do when you see a mouse in your house
If it’s too late and you’ve already spotted a mouse slinking along the edge of the room, discovered chew marks on a cardboard box, found mice droppings in the garage, or identified other signs of a mouse infestation, call Miller Pest & Termite for help!
Our local pest control pros offer effective rodent control in Des Moines, Kansas City, and Omaha as well as in communities throughout our multi-state service area. When you reach out for help getting rid of mice and/or rats, here’s what you can expect:
- A detailed rodent inspection to identify the culprit, locate entry points, and determine conducive conditions
- Interior rodent trapping to eliminate rodents already active in the house
- Rodent exclusion services to prevent mice and rats from sneaking inside
- Exterior rodent baiting and population management
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When you choose Miller Pest & Termite to solve your rodent problem, you can relax knowing that our services are under warranty. That means if you’re not completely satisfied, we’ll happily return within 24-48 hour to address the problem – at no extra cost!
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In addition to our standalone rodent control, Miller Pest & Termite also offers home pest control services that cover mice and rats as well as a variety of house-infesting insects! Check out our residential plans and pricing below or give us a call to discuss your pest problem.
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