If you’re new to the world of pest control, a rodent infestation can seem like a world-altering event. How do you get rid of these unwanted invaders, and what should you do to get their numbers under control?
Spoiler alert: it’s not a mousetrap.
Mousetraps simply don’t work for mouse control in San Diego – and there are far more effective ways to get rid of these pests. Modern strategies and cutting-edge treatments remove infestations of any severity, and if you work with Green Flash Pest Control, you can get it done with speed and discretion.
This article covers just about everything you should know about getting rid of rodents without worrying about mousetraps. But before we get into the thick of things, let’s talk about mouse habits and behaviors (including how they circumvent mousetraps).
Habits And Behaviors Of Common House Mice
Mice are notoriously curious pests that are able to squeeze through even the smallest cracks and gaps. You may be familiar with the common signs of their presence – like mouse droppings, gnaw marks, and nests – but you may not know much about their habits and behaviors.
Let’s look at a few below.
- Shy: Mice prefer to hide out of sight and avoid bright light, unfamiliar objects, and heavily trafficked areas. They’re unlikely to approach a mousetrap placed underneath bright light (or in the middle of the room).
- Intelligent: Mice are incredibly intelligent pests that are capable of remembering patterns and experiences. Once they see what a mousetrap does, they’ll be unlikely to approach one again.
- Fast breeders: Mice can have dozens of pups over the course of their lifetimes, which means you can have dozens of pests living inside your walls. A single mousetrap only removes a single pest at a time, allowing the situation to get worse.
The longer it takes to get rid of mice, the harder it becomes to remove them from your home. This may expose you to dozens of health hazards, including a few outlined below.
Why Mice Around The Home Are A Health Hazard
Mice may look like innocent pests, but the truth is these creatures are extremely dangerous. Not only do they expose you to a mess of diseases and pathogens, but they can even bring secondary pests into your home.
Fleas, ticks, and mites can easily catch a ride on the back of a wayward rodent. As soon as this mouse finds a way to get inside, these secondary pests can make their way to your loved ones.
You also have to worry about the spread of parasites, which put both you and your pets at risk. Toxoplasma gondii is one of the most commonly carried by mice, resulting in significant complications for pregnant women and babies.
If you’re worried about the side effects of a mouse infestation, professional control should be first up on your list. Here’s how the team at Green Flash Pest Control can get rid of rodents for your peace of mind.
The Importance Of Professional Mouse Control Services
Mouse control is more complicated than most people think. Thankfully, that’s where Green Flash Pest Control comes in. We offer rodent exclusion and sanitizing services designed to control infestations and put your mind at ease.
We offer these services to help you reclaim your home:
- Evaluation: We look for the signs and symptoms of mice.
- Exclusion: We stop mice from getting inside your property.
- Roof Repair: We close up vulnerable areas around your roof.
- Monitoring: We install specialty traps to track rodent behavior.
- Attractants: We clean up barbecues, attics, and insulation to remove rodent attractant factors. We also clean up droppings and replace insulation to reduce unwanted rodent contamination.
If you’re interested in signing up for mouse removal with Green Flash Pest Control, don’t hesitate to call our office and reserve a place on our roster. We’re looking forward to serving you and your family with the highest quality services we can provide.
Tips To Prevent Future Mouse Infestations In Your Home
So, you’ve identified, removed, and excluded mice from your home. Great! That means it’s time to focus on mouse prevention steps.
First, trim trees and thick vegetation away from the sides of your home. Next, get rid of any standing puddles of water. From here, you can focus on cleaning up clutter to deny these pests any place to hide.
Want personalized tips for mouse control in San Diego? Or do you need to talk with a professional about your available options? You can call the team at Green Flash Pest Control for mouse removal or prevention steps today.