MOUSE
EXTERMINATOR

In the event of a mouse infestation, you must act very quickly. In fact, mice reproduce at such a rate that it is very likely that you will lose control of the situation faster than you think. The exterminator is specialized in the field. It will therefore be able to carry out an elimination very efficiently. And that’s not to mention that the slightest mistake on your part will be highly detrimental to you.

Also, mice are rodents. By attacking electrical wires, these parasites can cause fires. Rodents like to live at night, making it harder to eliminate them especially since they have an excellent sense of smell, taste and touch.

To detect the presence of mice in your home, here are some signs to watch for:

1. Noise: Mice are most active at night. You may hear scratching, squeaking or footsteps in the walls, ceilings or floors.

2. Droppings: Mice leave droppings wherever they go. These look like black rice grains. You might find them in your closets, drawers, or along the walls.

3. Gnawing Traces: Mice gnaw on everything from electrical wires, furniture, food bags, boxes… If you find gnawed items or punctured food wrappers, it may indicate the presence of mice.

4. Nests: Mice build nests with soft materials such as paper, cloth or insulation. If you find such a nest, chances are you have mice.

5. Odor: Mice have a distinctive odour, a mixture of ammonia and musk, which can become quite strong when infested.

If you see one or more of these signs, you probably have mice in your home. It would then be advisable to take steps to eliminate them or to call in a professional to do so.

Mice are attracted to several factors that allow them to survive and thrive. Here’s what can attract them to your home:

1. Food: Mice are mainly attracted to food. They are omnivorous and can eat almost anything, but they prefer grains, fruits, nuts and sweet foods. Crumbs left on the floor, unsealed food or unsealed garbage cans can all attract mice.

2. Water: Mice need water to survive. They are often attracted to accessible sources of water, such as a water leak, a pet bowl or even moisture in your basement.

3. Shelter: Mice look for safe places to build their nests and breed. Your home offers many potential shelters, such as walls, attics, basements, garages, and even wood or debris piles.

4. Warmth: In winter, mice often seek a warm place to escape the cold. Your home can provide the warm shelter they need.

5. Entry points: Mice are small animals that can squeeze through very small holes and cracks. If your house has openings, they can enter and nest there.

To avoid attracting mice, it’s essential to keep your home clean, store food properly, fix water leaks and seal potential entry points.

Mice make a variety of sounds that can help you identify their presence. Here are the main ones:

1. Squeaks: Mice often make high-pitched squeaks, especially when interacting with other mice.

2. Scratching: Mice have small claws and frequently gnaw. If they are in your walls, ceilings or under your floors, you may hear scratching noises.

3. Rustling: Mice are small animals, but they can make a lot of noise as they move around. If you hear noises in areas where there should be no activity, it may be mice.

4. Gnawing sounds: Mice gnaw constantly to keep their teeth at a manageable length. If you hear gnawing noises, especially at night, it may indicate the presence of mice.

These noises are often most audible at night when the house is quiet and the mice are most active. If you hear any of these noises and suspect a mouse infestation, it is recommended that you contact a professional for an evaluation.

The mouse is a very adaptable animal that can live in a variety of habitats. Here’s where they can fit:

1. Inside homes: Mice can make their home in houses, apartments, attics, basements, garages and warehouses. They look for quiet, warm and sheltered places where food is accessible. You can find them behind walls, under floors, in false ceilings, behind appliances, in closets, etc.

2. Outdoors: Mice can also live outdoors, in burrows in the ground, under woodpiles, in abandoned bird nests, or even in outdoor buildings such as barns or sheds.

3. Rural and wilderness: Mice can also live in fields, forests, meadows, and near waterways. They often live in burrows or nests made of plants.

In short, mice can live almost anywhere they find food, water and shelter. Therefore, it is important to limit their access to these resources to prevent their installation.

There can be many reasons why mice move into your home. In general, they are attracted to three things: food, water and shelter. Here are some factors that may contribute to their presence in your home:

1. Access to food: Mice are constantly searching for food. If you leave food out in the open, crumbs on the floor, or if your garbage cans are not properly sealed, they can be attracted.

2. Water sources: Like food, mice need water to survive. They may be attracted to a source of water, such as a leak or a pet water bowl.

3. Shelter: Mice look for warm, safe and inconspicuous places to build their nests. If your home offers such places (such as an attic, basement, cavity walls, or woodpiles), they may decide to move in.

4. Accessible entrances: Mice can squeeze through holes and cracks as small as a pencil. If your home has unsealed entry points, they can easily get in.

To avoid a mouse infestation, it’s important to store food properly, fix water leaks, seal potential entry points and keep your home clean and tidy. If you suspect an infestation, it is recommended that you call a professional for mouse removal and prevention.