Mice are a common sight in Edinburgh, particularly in historical buildings and tenements. As small as they might be, mice are very similar to rats when it comes to how destructive and dangerous they can be to humans.
Their fur, droppings and urine all contain bacteria that can spread disease, including Hantavirus, Leptospirosis, and Salmonellosis. When they run around your home, particularly in your kitchen, mice can contaminate food, which humans may accidentally eat and get sick from. Also, mice can spread parasites such as ticks and fleas, which can transfer onto your clothes, skin and pets.
Additionally, like all rodents, mice have upper and lower incisors that don’t have roots and, as a result, never stop growing. To stop these teeth from getting out of control and becoming painful, mice have to chew regularly on hard materials. These might include walls, floorboards, beams, and doors on your property. All this chewing can cause structural damage and even a risk of fire if mice bite through live electrical wires.
These issues can be stressful and expensive to fix, but it doesn’t have to be that way. If you notice signs of mouse activity, call 0131 560 6441 for expert mouse control services throughout Edinburgh and the Lothians.
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Signs Of A Mouse Infestation
Mice are nocturnal pests that are afraid of bright lights, so they can sometimes be difficult to see in the flesh. Some common signs of a mouse infestation include:
Mouse Droppings
Mice leave behind droppings as they scurry around, meaning you’ll often find a trail of dark brown, rice-like pellets throughout your home if you have mice on your property.
A Strong Smell
Mouse urine smells strongly of ammonia when fresh and like damp, rotting wood as it ferments.
Chew Marks
Small gnaw marks on furnishings or the entrance to food storage areas, such as cupboards or drawers, might indicate a mouse problem.
Footprints
Watch out for tiny footprints with 4 toes on the front foot and five on the back, usually running in parallel lines through dust or crumbs.
Grease Marks
Mouse fur is naturally greasy, so you might notice dark marks on your white walls, skirting boards and other surfaces.
Mouse Sightings
While it can be tough to see mice, you might notice them scurrying along, as they’re braver than other rodent pests, such as rats.
If you think you have mice, you need professional mouse control. EES can identify the pest type you’re dealing with and provide practical support to remove the issue. Our team can also provide you with guidance on how to store food and manage your home to reduce the chances of a future infestation. Contact us today for a free, no-obligation mouse control quote.
Gets Rid Of Mice For Good With EES
As mentioned, mice can be destructive pests that pose a health risk, particularly to homes with children, the elderly or adults with health issues. A mouse problem can quickly escalate and be an expensive, difficult issue to overcome.
It’s not just homes throughout Edinburgh that need to get rid of mice fast. If a mouse infestation is found at a business premises, this could lead to the location being shut down by the local authorities over health and safety fears.
Mice can also damage your valuable stock and equipment, which can affect your bottom line. More challenging to fix could be the harm mouse sightings can cause to your reputation, which, in the age of smartphones and the internet, might never recover.
Thankfully, help is at hand in the form of EES. As part of our commercial pest control service, we can remove mice and other common rodent, bird and insect pests from your Edinburgh-based business.
For homes and businesses throughout the Edinburgh area, EES is your ideal partner. Our mouse control service will ensure these small rodents can’t cause issues in your home. Using a combination of traps and exclusion techniques, we can ensure your rodent infestation is gone for good. Call 0131 560 6441 to book your mouse control visit.
