Rats and mice are always looking for safe places that protect them from bad weather and predators. Unfortunately, this makes your home the ideal habitat, so they’ll be glad to find a quiet corner, settle in, and start reproducing. If you suspect you have rats or mice, below are a few places rodent control professionals will check first.

Where Do Rats & Mice Hide?

1. Attics

Rats, mice, and even squirrels can squeeze through the vents and under the eaves of your roof to gain access to the attic. Most people don’t use this space often, which gives rodents privacy and security to build nests.

Rodents in the attic can be extremely destructive, especially if they tear up the insulation or burrow into the walls to find food. Rodent control experts recommend checking the roof regularly and having damaged woodwork repaired as soon as possible.

2. Crawlspaces

The crawlspace under your home is easily accessible from the outside, so rodents can easily move right in. From underneath the house, they can squeeze through holes the size of a quarter to search for food and water.

Rats and mice living in crawlspaces often go undetected since they may not spend much time inside the house. However, they can still spread diseases and damage your walls, so call an exterminator at the first sign of an infestation.

3. Storage Areas

Any dark areas with little traffic and plenty of nooks and crannies can be attractive to rodents. These include basements, storage closets, garages, and even outdoor sheds.

Keeping storage places clean and well-lit will make them seem less inviting to rats and mice. Cardboard is their favorite building material, so consider using sturdy plastic containers to store your belongings instead. 

If you find suspicious teeth marks or rat droppings in your home, call the rodent control experts at Cox Termite & Pest Control. These professionals have served the Savannah, GA, area for over 40 years, keeping generations of homeowners safe from rats and mice. Visit their website for more information on their wide range of pest control services, or call (912) 236-2503 to schedule an inspection.