Watch Out For Warning Signs To Catch An Infestation Early

In a home or commercial environment, mice will always seek out stored food or pet food; they aren’t particularly picky eaters and will chew through almost any kind of material, including thin sheet metal, to get to what they want. What’s more, the food that the mice don’t actually consume will likely become contaminated by their urine, droppings, or hair. The degree of the potential damage that mice can pose depends on the size of the infestation in question, but considering the fact that the typical house mouse can breed incredibly quickly, the initial presence of a few mice in the home can quickly lead to the appearance of dozens more in a surprisingly short amount of time.

Dealing with a significant mouse infestation might seem like an impossible task, but the key to successfully getting a hold of the problem is to become familiar with the telltale signs of mice and to catch them early on before they have an opportunity to breed. Catching the problem early on will dramatically increase the chances of successfully exterminating all of the offending pests.

While a single mouse might only consume around eight pounds of food per year, they have the potential to destroy much more than that, thanks to their habit of nibbling on many pieces of food and discarding partially eaten items.

House mice living in fields will likewise have no problem digging up and feeding on newly planted grain; they may also damage crops before the harvest. However, losses to previously-stored food are significantly greater and therefore pose a much more formidable economic threat. As mentioned previously, the real threat is widespread contamination of this feed with disease-causing urine and feces.

When mice decide to take up residence in a home, they almost always cause some degree of structural damage. Their near-constant gnawing and nest-building activities can destroy insulation inside walls and attics. Mice like to make their homes inside electrical appliances and can chew through wires and cables with ease. As such, short circuits and other fire hazards are very real and constant concerns. Even if good fortune prevails, these wires and other electrical equipment are often costly to replace and will likely have to be carried out by an experienced professional.

Mice living in attics or basements also have easy access to any antiques are heirlooms that may be stored there. If a mouse sees fit to damage these items, they may be extremely difficult or even impossible to replace.

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If mice or other pests have made unwanted appearances around your home or business, call Cantu Pest & Termite and schedule an appointment today with one of our friendly, experienced mouse removal experts.