Mice might be tiny creatures, but they certainly make their presence known. There are several signs that indicate a mouse (or mice!) might be living on your property. Infestations can develop very quickly, so it’s always good to keep aware and combat the issue as soon as you suspect some unwanted guests.
Loughton Pest Control are a full-service pest control service based in the UK. Here, they share 5 main signs that you have mice in your property.
- Droppings – if you see droppings in sinks, drawers, other hidden areas or near food packages, this is a good sign you have rodents. The highest number of droppings will be found where mice nest, so inspect the vicinity to look for further signs.
- Chew marks – mice love to chew, which is one of the things that can make them such a nuisance (and a potentially dangerous one, at that!). Small chew marks indicate mice, but if they’re larger then you may have rats.
- Scurrying sounds – mice love to run behind walls, along ceilings and under floorboards. If you hear scurrying, then look for access points that may be letting them into your house and structural framework.
- Smells – mice smell. If you’ve ever kept a hamster or a rodent, you’ll know what to expect. Their musty presence may also be noticed by pets who may be showing particular interest in certain corners of the house. Inspect these.
- Seeing one – as obvious at it seems, this is the biggest sign of all. Even if you just see one, there may be many, many more hiding in your walls and other unseen areas.
Loughton Pest Control deal with all manner of pest infestations. We can quickly and effectively inspect your property to determine and identify the nature of your pest problem. We’ll then choose the best treatment method available to eliminate the problem as quickly as possible. Book an appointment with us today.
