As the well-known
saying goes, prevention is better than cure. This applies to literally
everything including mice infestations. In order to keep the mice away, an
ideal place to begin is by blocking off those areas inside the house that mice
will be attracted to. Here are some tips to help you keep them away from your
home.
Block all entry points
In order to keep the mice out, you need to start by
blocking their way in. You need to seal off all entry
points which are even 1/4th of an inch or slightly larger than that. Since the
head is the biggest part of the body of a mouse, you need to ensure
that it is not able to get through any space with its head. While you cannot
seal all the entry points, you need to cut down on any opportunities. Check the
window and doors for any gaps and if the window screen has tears, you need to
replace them. Also, check the siding for any gaps and ensure that the cracks
are sealed.
Seal the food
Mice are always hungry and they are concerned about
where the next meal will be coming from. You need to ensure that you send out a
very clear message that there will be no food at the house. Keep as much food
as you can inside a properly sealed, airtight container and do not forget about
the food of your pet. The pet’s food should also be stored in an airtight,
sealed container. Check for any crumbs lying on the floor and under any
appliances in the dishwasher, oven or fridge. When it comes to food, you need
to be extra careful because mice control Vancouver considers food as the
main reason behind rodents entering your home. If they cannot find food inside
the house, they are going to try their best to leave.
Elevate firewood
The fireplace is indeed a delight during winters
when it is cold and the nights are long. However, the pile of wood on hand will
be an ideal hideout for rats and
mice.
This is because the wood is close to the ground and also easy for the rodents
to hide. This means that they can easily search for entry points and you will
never notice them. In order to stop this from happening, you need to store the
firewood away from the house and ensure that it is elevated about 18 inches off
the ground. They will still climb but they will be less incentivized to choose
the firewood as a hiding place if it does not get them in the house.
If all fails, you need to call a professional
company to help you deal with infestations similar to this. Professionals know
where to look and how to handle the rodents. Sometimes the bait-and-trap method
might not work and you will have to kill the pests with the help of
professionals.
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