Though some enjoy domesticated mice as pets, most are uninvited houseguests. Whether you’ve noticed signs of extra inhabitants or saw one dart across the room, it’s time to take a few mouse control steps. RemTech has some advice on how to minimize their presence in your home. Based in Eagan, MN, this commercial and residential pest control company has served the Twin Cities for more than 15 years. If there’s an infestation, try the following tips.

4 Mouse Control Tips

1. Seal Up Potential Entry Points

Mice can enter through surprisingly small entrances; some can get through a hole with the same diameter as a pencil. If you’ve seen them running around, look around for any potential entry points and seal them up. For the smallest crevices, simply applying caulk may suffice, but for added security, place steel wire mesh underneath it. Steel is too tough for them to chew.

2. Cut off Sources of Food

Whenever possible, avoid leaving a sink full of dirty dishes sitting for too long. The smell of food attracts them, especially if there’s something large enough to bring back to their nest. You may also want to replace any flimsy food containers, such as cardboard cereal boxes, that could easily be gnawed through.

3. Declutter

Excessive clutter is very inviting to mice because it can serve as potential hiding spots. They can nest inside shoe boxes or other similar packages near the floor, so you should either move those to a high shelf or get rid of them completely.

4. Call a Professional

While these tips will reduce the effect of the mice on your home, they’re no substitute for professional intervention. Snap traps can be set up around the house, but if the population is larger than you’ve seen, the problem will continue. Professional pest control companies can pinpoint the sources to fully remove the infestation.

If you’re in and around the Twin Cities and need mouse control, call RemTech today at (651) 600-9983. Efficient, thorough, and discreet, your home will be mice-free before you know it. If you have another type of pest problem, their experts help with bee removal or spider control. To learn more, visit their website.