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Nobody wants mice setting up shop in their home—but how do you get rid of these critters for good and make sure they never come back? Don’t worry. We've researched the best ways to prevent mice from coming indoors and we'll explain how to quickly and efficiently remove mice if they do get in. We'll also touch on recognizing early signs of rodent activity so you can nip the problem in the bud.
This article is based on an interview with our MMPC-certified pest control specialist, Kevin Carrillo. Check out the full interview here.
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- Check that there are no holes or tears in your window screens. Even a tiny opening could be enough for a mouse to squeeze through! [15] X Research sourceThanks
- Mice tend to migrate to multiple feeding locations instead of just hanging out in one spot. Blocking off the entry points in your home may convince mice to head to a different feeding location instead of sticking around your house. [16] X Expert Source Kevin Carrillo
Pest Control Specialist, MMPC Expert Interview. 22 October 2019.Thanks
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Warnings
- Some mice may sneak into your home through gaps in your home’s foundation. Deteriorated bricks and flooring joists are other possible entry points. [17] X Expert Source Kevin Carrillo
Pest Control Specialist, MMPC Expert Interview. 22 October 2019.Thanks
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References
- ↑ https://www.epa.gov/rodenticides/identify-and-prevent-rodent-infestations
- ↑ https://www.bobvila.com/articles/what-does-mouse-poop-look-like/
- ↑ https://extension.psu.edu/is-there-a-mouse-in-the-house-eliminate-mice-with-ipm
- ↑ Kevin Carrillo. Pest Control Specialist, MMPC. Expert Interview. 22 October 2019.
- ↑ https://www.humanesociety.org/resources/what-do-about-wild-mice
- ↑ https://www.humanesociety.org/resources/what-do-about-wild-mice
- ↑ https://www.cdc.gov/healthy-pets/rodent-control/seal-up.html
- ↑ https://www.humanesociety.org/resources/what-do-about-wild-mice
- ↑ https://www.cdc.gov/healthy-pets/rodent-control/seal-up.html
- ↑ https://www.washtenaw.org/3022/Rats-Mice
- ↑ https://www.humanesociety.org/resources/what-do-about-wild-mice
- ↑ https://www.washtenaw.org/3022/Rats-Mice
- ↑ https://www.canada.ca/en/health-canada/services/pest-control-tips/rats-mice.html
- ↑ https://www.thisoldhouse.com/pest-control/21283727/mice-removal
- ↑ https://kb.rspca.org.au/knowledge-base/what-is-the-most-humane-way-to-kill-pest-rats-and-mice/
- ↑ Kevin Carrillo. Pest Control Specialist, MMPC. Expert Interview. 22 October 2019.
- ↑ Kevin Carrillo. Pest Control Specialist, MMPC. Expert Interview. 22 October 2019.
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