Mice in the House? 3 Steps to a Rodent-Free Home

A mouse in the house might seem harmless, but they reproduce rapidly and pose a significant hygiene risk. Simply setting a single trap is often not enough. A truly mouse-free home requires a strategic plan of action. We’ll explain the most effective way to handle an infestation.

1. Proofing: Seal the Entry Points

The most critical step in mouse control is ensuring they can no longer get inside. A mouse only needs a gap of 5 to 7 millimeters (about the size of a pencil) to squeeze through.

• Steel wool and sealant: We advise (and assist with) sealing cracks around pipes, ventilation openings, and expansion joints. While mice can easily gnaw through wood or expanding foam (PUR), specialized proofing materials keep them out for good.

• Facade inspection: Inspect your exterior walls for open weep holes. We recommend installing special "bee guards" (weep hole covers) or grilles to block these common entry points.

2. Hygiene: Remove the Food Source

Mice only stay where they can find a meal. A clean environment is your best defense.

• Ditch the original packaging: Ensure food is not stored in paper bags or cardboard boxes in your cabinets. Use airtight glass or hard plastic containers instead.

• Deep cleaning: Never leave dirty dishes out overnight and make sure no crumbs remain under kitchen cabinets or appliances. When there is no "free" food lying around, mice are much more likely to take the bait in a trap.

3. Effective Control with Traps

If mice are already inside, they must be removed professionally and efficiently.

• Strategic placement: We place traps specifically along "runways"—the paths mice take, usually tight against walls and hidden behind obstacles.

• Professional bait: Forget the old myth of using cheese. We use specialized attractants that are irresistible to rodents, allowing us to bring an infestation under control much faster than traditional methods.

Why Choose Professional Mouse Control?

Setting traps yourself often provides only a temporary fix. A professional exterminator looks at the bigger picture: identifying the source, blocking entry points, and implementing a long-term solution to prevent them from ever returning.

Do you have any questions or need immediate assistance? Contact Pestprotect: 071 234 03 77