The sight of rodents scuttling around your home has probably made you consider mouse control techniques. Many people find it hard to get rid of mice because they are much smaller than rats and seem to fit into tiny spaces. These rodents are also carriers of diseases such as salmonella, rabies, typhus, rickettsia, and bubonic plaque. In addition, they cause a lot of damage by nibbling at anything including food, books, clothing and even household furniture. There are more than 130 known species of mice worldwide. It is estimated that a pair of mice will eat more than 4lbs of food in less than six months. The droppings alone are in the tens of thousands while food contamination is ten times the figure consumed. If you consider the structural damage to foam and other types of insulation, the loss to the economy is huge. The following steps can help you to deal with the menace if mice infestation effectively. Improving Sanitation The only reason mice will infest your home is because you welcomed them in the first place. If you have kids, discourage them from taking food into the bedroom. Avoid eating popcorn on the couch. Small bits of cake or Read more »

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