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From gaps in floorboards to cracks in walls and foundations, mice can infiltrate interiors through holes in the property infrastructure. These creatures may find your home a suitable dwelling in frigid conditions or when food is scarce. To prevent infestation and the need for rodent removal, seal vulnerable areas in your home immediately to help you dodge issues that come with these unwanted house guests.

What Types of Damage Will a House Mouse Cause?

Shred Fibrous Materials for Nests

Mice built nests out of common household goods, including papers and cardboard. They gnaw on and shred the materials into strips to create the structures, putting your important documents, books, and storage boxes at risk. The pests also use other fibrous materials, such as insulation and fabric, for nests, leaving possessions covered in holes.

Chew Holes in Electrical Wiring

rodent removalMice teeth are constantly growing, and they chew on objects to file them down. Since mice move around behind walls, they come in contact with electrical wiring. When the animals chew through the casings and down to the exposed wires, it increases the risk of installations overheating and fires starting. A rodent removal specialist will seal off entry points and redirect the creatures to restore property safety. 

Soak Belongings & Surfaces

Due to their high-fiber diet, mice need to relieve themselves frequently, and it’s common to see droppings in areas where the pests have chewed on belongings. They also urinate to mark their territory, discoloring surfaces and leaving interiors filled with a terrible stench. If a house mouse is infected with a disease, like hantavirus, you could contract the illness by touching any surfaces containing their urine or droppings. Early symptoms include fever and fatigue, while shortness of breath and death could occur in the later stages without treatment.

 

Before a house mouse causes major property destruction, contact the exterminators at Extermination Services in WA, for fast and effective rodent removal. Serving Port Orchid, Bainbridge Island, and the surrounding areas, their team of specialists also provide service warranties and share tips to prevent future infestations. Send a message online or call (360) 895-1890 to schedule a rodent removal appointment.

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