Effective mouse pest control is vitally
important to ensure that mice are kept away from food storage and preparation areas. Because mice can procreate at an absolutely frightening rate (a pair of mice has the ability to produce as many as eight litters each of 16 young per year) the immediate implementation of effective and lasting mouse pest control measures must be taken.
If you are running a business, you also have a legal obligation to ensure that your business and property has taken effective pest control measures.
Characteristics of Mice
Mice are exceptional climbers and have the ability to squeeze through extremely small gaps. Because of this ability, a thorough inspection of your property by one of our team of pest control technicians is required to ensure that any vulnerable areas are blocked off at the earliest opportunity.
Mice have a compulsive need to gnaw on objects that is derived from the fact that they need to keep their teeth worn down to a constant length, to achieve this they will nibble on anything that they can find. This trait has ensured that mice have developed a well earned reputation for damaging all manner of objects including water and gas pipes, electric cables, packaging and food products. This has the potential to be disastrous as many instances of electrical fires and floods have been attributed to them.
As well as the damage and potential contamination of goods by mice, they are also known to spread serious infections such as Salmonella, Hantavirus and Weil’s disease.
Signs of Mouse Activity
Mice are nocturnal creatures, so although you may not see any activity during the day, it does not unfortunately mean that they are not there. There are several tell tale signs which may alert you to the presence of mice within your building.
These can include:
- Droppings (thin, spindle shaped approx. 5mm long).
- Damaged stock and damage to the fabric of premises.
- Unusual Smell – Mice leave an ammonia-like smell that will be particularly strong in an enclosed area.
- Nesting materials, such as paper, cardboard etc
One of the most effective ways of noticing mice at night is to listen for their scurrying around.
Humane Removal Methods
Wherever possible, our mouse pest control technicians will employ the most humane methods at their disposal to remove mice from your property and ensure that they do not quickly return.
At the first signs of mice related issues it is important to contact the experts who will implement mouse pest control measures immediately.
Further Information
If you would like any further information regarding Safeguard’s mouse pest control solutions please don’t hesitate to get in touch with our team who will answer any questions that you may have.
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