Do You have a Mouse Infestation?

Rodents and other creatures may find their way into your home to seek shelter from the cold. Mice like to seek shelter in warm places during the fall and winter months, which may mean inside your home. Although they like to be sneaky, they do leave clues that let you know they have been in your home. A Lake of the Ozarks pest control company can help you make sure mice don't get comfy in your home, but you need to know they are there first in order to make the call. A B Pest Control & Insulation shares with you a few things to look for to help you determine whether you have a mouse infestation.

Look for Droppings
Finding small grain-sized droppings in corners, along the edges of your home or where you have spot activity (like in the pantry) is a sign of an active infestation. These droppings can transmit diseases. Food that's eaten from a contaminated area can cause serious illnesses. call a professional Lake of the Ozarks pest control company to prevent the situation from getting worse.

Damage to Food
Mice love to eat, which is one reason they are in your home. If you look in your pantry and find that a box of cereal has a hole in it, it may be the work of a mouse. Homeowners will often find holes in items like dog food, bird seed and, of course, pantry items. Often times the damaged item will show teeth marks, so it will be clear it is mice doing the chewing, however, this isn't always the case.

Chew Marks
In addition to food items being damage, rodents can also damage your baseboards, furniture and doors. Because their teeth grow fast, they need to chew in order to file them down. This could be anything from baseboard to wiring. If the chewing goes unnoticed, it could cause damage to your home, which could require some costly repairs.

Noises in the Wall
One of the first signs you have a rodent problem is noise in the walls. Sometimes you can hear a scratching noise and other times you can hear squeaking. The sound could come from the walls or ceilings. Pay close attention to where you are hearing the noise, as this can help identify how they are getting in and where they are nesting.

Pay Attention to Your Pets

Dogs and cats like to sniff around a place which has been infested by rodents. If you notice such a behavior from your pet, check the place more carefully. You may notice that your pet continues to visit the same spot and is trying to get to something that you don't see. As an example, if your pet is frantically trying to get into a closet that you know doesn't have anything in it they'd normally be interested in, you may want to check things out. They may be smelling or hearing mice scurrying around in there.

Keep Mice Out with A B Pest Control & Insulation
While the cold may keep insects at bay, it may drive other pests like mice into your home. Because rodents seek warm shelters, they will invade a home if they find an entrance. Luckily, a professional pest control company at the Lake of the Ozarks can help you if you find them in your home. A B Pest Control & Insulation is here for all your pest control needs, just schedule an appointment by calling 573-964-1100.

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