Mouse Control

While small and seemingly harmless, mice can cause significant issues in your home. Here are just a few reasons why they’re a problem:

• Health Risks: Mice carry numerous diseases, including hantavirus, salmonella, and leptospirosis. They spread these diseases through their urine, droppings, and saliva, contaminating surfaces, food, and even the air.
• Damage to Property: Mice have a constant need to gnaw on objects. They may chew through electrical wiring, insulation, wood, and even pipes, leading to expensive damage and potential fire hazards.
• Rapid Reproduction: A single pair of mice can multiply quickly. In optimal conditions, one pair can produce up to 50 mice in just a year. A small problem can quickly become a full-blown infestation.
• Contamination: Mice contaminate food and surfaces by leaving droppings and urine behind. This can cause health risks and make your home unsanitary.

It’s crucial to catch a mouse infestation early before it gets out of hand. Keep an eye out for these signs:

• Droppings: One of the most obvious signs of a mouse problem is the presence of droppings. These are small, dark, and pellet-shaped, often found in kitchen drawers, pantry shelves, or behind furniture.
• Gnaw Marks: Mice have a strong urge to gnaw on various materials, especially wood, plastic, and wires. You may find gnaw marks on food packaging, walls, or even electrical cables.
• Noises: Mice are nocturnal, so you may hear scratching or scurrying noises at night, particularly from attics, walls, or behind cupboards.
• Nests: Mice often build nests using shredded paper, insulation, or fabric. If you find small, cluttered nests hidden in dark corners, your home may be infested.
• Sightings of Mice: If you see a mouse during the day, it’s likely that you have a well-established infestation. Mice are typically nocturnal but may become active during the day when food and shelter are scarce.

At Edmonton Pest Control, we offer a comprehensive, multi-step approach to rodent control. Our goal is not only to eliminate the mice you already have but to prevent them from returning. Here’s how we do it:

1. Thorough Inspection

We start with a detailed inspection to assess the extent of the infestation. Our technicians will:

• Check all entry points, including doors, windows, and vents.
• Examine your property for signs of nesting or droppings.
• Inspect your attic, basement, walls, and other areas where mice may be hiding.

Once we’ve identified the source of the infestation, we’ll provide you with a customized treatment plan.

2. Seal Entry Points

Mice can fit through incredibly small openings — as small as a dime. We focus on identifying and sealing all possible entry points, including cracks in walls, gaps around windows and doors, and holes around pipes.

Why Sealing Entry Points Matters:

• Prevents Future Invasions: Sealing these entry points ensures that no new mice can enter your home.
• Stops the Spread: It also prevents mice from migrating throughout your property, reducing the risk of a larger infestation.

3. Traps & Baiting

We use safe and effective traps and baiting methods to capture and remove any existing mice. Our experts will:

• Place traps in strategic locations where mice are most likely to travel, such as along walls, near food sources, or in attics and basements.
• Use eco-friendly bait that attracts mice but is safe for children and pets when placed in the right areas.

4. Rodenticide (If Necessary)

In severe infestations, we may use rodenticides (poison) in a controlled and safe manner. Our technicians will apply them in areas where mice are active, ensuring they are out of reach of children, pets, and non-target animals.

Why Rodenticides Can Be Necessary:

• Effective for Large Infestations: In cases of significant rodent presence, rodenticides can help to quickly eliminate a large number of mice.
• Safe & Targeted Application: We use only EPA-approved rodenticides and apply them with extreme care to prevent harm to your household.

5. Ongoing Monitoring & Prevention

After eliminating the current infestation, we don’t just leave you to fend for yourself. We offer:

• Follow-Up Visits: Our team will monitor your property to ensure that no new mice have entered.
• Ongoing Prevention Tips: We’ll provide you with advice on how to keep your home mouse-free, such as keeping food sealed, regularly inspecting the home, and keeping your property clean and clutter-free.