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How to Keep House Mice Away from Your House

Posted on April 16, 2021
To keep mice and other rodents out, make sure all holes larger than a dime and gaps wider than a pencil are sealed with silicone-based caulk, steel wool, or other construction material. Keep areas clear and store boxes off the floor, as mice can hide in clutter. Store food in sealed glass or metal... more
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Mouse Biology

Posted on July 18, 2019
The House Mouse (Mus musculus) is a common rodent pest inside people's homes. They are usually around three inches long and weigh less than an ounce. They're quite a bit smaller than rats. They can have up to a dozen litters per year, and up to a dozen baby mice per litter. That's gross! Average... more
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Bug Tip Tuesday | Mouse Control

Posted on January 23, 2018
A1 Exterminators Pest Cotnrol Mouse Control - Rodent Control
If you know where the mice are breaking in, wad up some foil and firmly jam it in the hole. Have you ever bitten a piece of aluminum foil? It’s awful – the sensation on your teeth. We don’t know if mice don’t like the taste or feel, or if it just strikes them as too unnatural to... more
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Mouse in the House?

Posted on May 16, 2016
Winter months are the prime time for rodents to invade the home. Have you ever spotted a mouse in your house? We have heard so many stories about what happens when people spot a mouse in their house. Do you have any funny things that have happened when the first one was spotted? Did you try to... more
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Oh, They Are Cute Now

Posted on May 16, 2016
One mouse can have 10 litters of six mice per year! Do you think you have a mouse infestation? Contact A1 Exterminators to inspect your property by a trained technician who can explain the best way to eliminate the issue. We can be reached at 800-525-4825 or visit our website at... more
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Bug Tip Tuesday – Mouse Tips!

Posted on December 22, 2015
If you know where the mice are breaking in, wad up some foil and firmly jam it in the hole. Have you ever bitten a piece of aluminum foil? It’s awful – the sensation on your teeth. We don’t know if mice don’t like the taste or feel, or if it just strikes them as too unnatural to penetrate,... more
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Bug Tip Tuesday!

Posted on October 27, 2015
Rats & mice can cause considerable problems including property damage. Rats & mice breed extremely quickly, so what starts off as a small infestation can quickly spread throughout the premises, causing damage and posing a fire risk from potential damage to wiring by their constant... more
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Is Your Home Rodent Safe?

Posted on October 10, 2015
Now is a good time to check the outside of your house and look for any small openings that a mouse can fit into.  The last thing you want this season is to have some unwanted guests moving into your home.  Mice can fit through a hole as small as a dime. If you happen to find that you may already... more
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Rodents Are Most Active in Winter

Posted on November 14, 2013
Winter is a busy season for pests. Rodents are most active and insects come in the house to find warmth for the cold months.  Rodents are still coming in and are active. Listen for noise in the walls and look out for droppings or chewed food wrappers found in rooms where you didn’t leave... more
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