If rodents invaded your home, you’d know it—right? Unfortunately, mice, rats, and squirrels can go unnoticed on your property for weeks. Since they know they should avoid you, they might lurk in your attic, under floorboards, or in cupboards, hidden from sight. The longer they remain, the more damage they will cause. To detect the initial signs of a rodent infestation, the pest control professionals from Copter Pest Control in Enterprise, AL, have all the advice you need.

Pest Control 101: 5 Signs of a Rodent Infestation

1. Droppings

You probably won’t find mouse or rat droppings where you can easily stumble across them. Instead, you might find them in drawers, cupboards, or storage closets. Rodents take refuge in various secluded nooks and crannies, especially where food or water are present.

2. Nesting Material

If you see leaves, fabric, or some other shredded material wound up in a nook of your home, you may have just found a rodent’s nest. They’ll seek out somewhere cozy and out of sight to settle down, so take an in-depth look around your premises. 

3. Food Packaging Damage  

Look closely for bite marks on food packaging. Your uninvited guests need to eat, too, and they will use their sharp teeth to gnaw into items in your pantry. 

4. Chewed-Up Walls, Floors, or Entryways

Rats, mice, and other rodents will do whatever they have to when breaking into your home. If they didn’t come through an open window, door, or an existing vulnerability in your home, they likely chewed their way in. Check for bite marks and damage to your foundation, walls, or flooring.

5. Odors

If you know what a hamster cage smells like, you have a pretty good idea of the odor a rodent can leave in your home. If you notice a stale smell coming from a hidden area, it’s time to inspect the situation.

If you notice any of these top signs of a rodent infestation, call a pest control professional right away. Your local exterminators from Copter Pest Control would love to be of service. To schedule an inspection, call today at (334) 347-2430. You can also learn more about pest control services online.