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
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
Bug Tip Tuesday | Mouse 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
Mouse in the House?
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
Oh, They Are Cute Now
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
Bug Tip Tuesday – Mouse Tips!
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
Bug Tip Tuesday!
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?
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
Rodents Are Most Active in Winter
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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