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Rodents, like mice and rats, love moving in with humans because there's a constant supply of food and bedding. In return for a full belly and comfy home, they leave their human landlords droppings, which can contain dangerous, even deadly, microorganisms. As a result, it's of the utmost importance that you eradicate rodents from your home as soon as possible. To find out if you need professional assistance from your local pest and animal control specialist, check these three areas of your home.

3 Rodent-Friendly Locations in Your Home

1. Attics

Mice and rats love attics because the space is dark and also provides access to the majority of your home through the walls and ceilings. Plus, the area is easy to get to from openings in exterior walls. Attics also provide plenty of bedding and nest building materials as a result of the insulation. When rodents gain access to this space, it creates an incredibly dangerous situation because mice love to chew on wires, including electrical wiring. As such, it's important that you contact your local wildlife or animal control specialist at the first sign of an issue.

2. Crawl Spaces & Basements

animal controlAs with attics, the dingy darkness of crawl spaces and unfinished basements are like a five-star resort for small rodents. These areas aren't accessed as often as other areas in the home, so there's little chance of danger for these small pests. They're also perfect access points to the safe passages around your home—the walls. In most cases, homeowners will only notice mice and rats living underneath their floor when they hear scratching and movement in walls and cupboards.

3. Garages

Garages also provide the perfect setting for a rodent invasion. Like other wildlife-friendly locations, the space is typically dark with plenty of places to hide. It's also easy to access when the door is open or if the seal is worn out. Since most garages aren't lined with baseboards, it's easy for mice to chew through the drywall and enter other areas of your home, including the attic. Reduce your risk of a garage infestation by not leaving your overhead door open for an extended period and repairing any damage or potential openings around the door seal.

 


A rodent population multiplies quickly, so at the first sign of an infestation, seek professional animal control assistance. Residents across Northern Kentucky and Cincinnati, OH, have turned to the team at Select Pest Control for high-quality, affordable, and reliable services for over 30 years. They are AIB-certified, ensuring the quality and safety of their eradication techniques. Learn more about their pest, rodent, and animal control services online or by calling (513) 352-0080.

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