How to deal with Mice in your home

Those pesky little critters! Dealing with mice in your home can be frustrating and unsettling. Here’s a comprehensive guide to help you get rid of them and prevent future infestations:

Identification: Before you start dealing with mice, make sure you’ve actually got them. Look for signs of mouse activity, such as:

• Droppings (small, dark brown or black pellets)
• Gnaw marks (tooth marks on wood, wires, or other materials)
• Holes in food packaging or pet food
• Nests made of shredded paper, fabric, or insulation
• Mice themselves (usually at night, when they’re most active)

Prevention: To prevent mice from entering your home:

1. Seal all entry points: Caulk cracks and fill crevices around pipes, vents, doors, windows with wire wool
2. Keep a clean home: Regularly clean and declutter your home, especially areas where food is stored.
3. Store food properly: Store food in sealed containers and keep it off the floor.
4. Remove clutter: Keep attics, basements, and crawlspaces clutter-free and well-ventilated.
5. Set traps: Place humane or traditional traps in areas where you’ve seen mouse activity.

Trapping:

1. Humane traps: Use humane traps that capture mice alive. Release them far away from your home.
2. Traditional traps: Use snap traps  in areas where you’ve seen mouse activity. Bait them with peanut butter or cheese
3. Cleaning and disinfecting
4. Clean up droppings: Wear gloves and clean up droppings immediately to prevent the spread of diseases.
5. Disinfect surfaces: Use a disinfectant solution to clean surfaces where mice have been present.