Although mice are one of the least 
offensive looking pests, it would be wrong to underestimate the negative impact that these nuisance pests can have on a business, and in particular any business involved in either food preparation or food storage.
It is also important to realise that whilst running a business, you have a legal obligation to ensure that your business and property has taken effective pest control measures.
Mice carry diseases, are a nuisance with their constant gnawing on things, and can also be a fire hazard as well due to their tendency to gnaw through electrical wire. If you suspect you may have mouse activity in or around your property, don’t hesitate to get in touch with us at Safeguard for and let us implement our highly effective pest control for mice techniques to rid you of the problem.
Characteristics of Mice
Mice can reproduce at an alarming rate (a pair of mice can produce as many as eight litters each of 16 young per year), this reason alone ensures that the quicker effective pest control for mice solutions can be employed the better.
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.
The compulsive need of mice to gnaw on objects is derived from the fact that they need to keep their teeth worn down to a constant length. To achieve this, these little pests will nibble on anything that they can find and it is this trait which leads them causing damage to all manner of objects including water and gas pipes, electric cables, packaging and food products.
It is also this particular trait which has seen them labelled as a fire risk because of the disastrous consequences of gnawing on electric cables.
Threats from Mice
As well as the damage and potential contamination of goods caused by mice, the main danger posed by mice is the passing of disease. Mice are incontinent and because of this they urinate everywhere they go. This sees them spread serious and even potentially deadly diseases, 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.
Effective pest control for mice is vitally important to ensure that mice are kept away from food storage and preparation areas.
Humane Removal Methods
Wherever possible, Safeguard’s pest control for mice 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 pest control for mice measures immediately.
Further Information
If you would like any further information regarding Safeguard’s pest control for mice 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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