Having mice or rats in your bedroom can be a harrowing experience. Bedroom is a good hiding place for rodents because it has many secretive places such as the bed and mattresses, side cabinets, night stand, chest, dresser, loveseat and shelves. Some keep wardrobe in bedroom which is full of clothing. It is also possible for the occupant to bring food items in to bedroom and it is a great attraction for mice. However mice presence can be easily confirmed because of the smaller space of the room when compared to living room. You can quite easily smell rat when you enter bedroom as the musky smell of rat is already pervading the space. If you find mice in bed room and other places and is not successful in trapping them you should call professionals like BBPP, most efficient mice control services Oakville and let them handle it.
Before exterminating mice you should figure out what kind of mice or rat you are dealing with. Only by physical appearance can you identify the rodent and also knowing the extent of mice infestation. Before starting the cleanup operation you should inspect your rooms thoroughly and it will help you decide on the type of mice control procedure.
Inspecting for Rodents
Rarely can you see a mouse physically but you can confirm by the signs that are likely to appear if you are having mice infestation. Take a torch light and search each and every corner of nooks, corners, floor boards, false ceiling, dressing table drawers, and any item that is carelessly dumped in corners. You should also check home appliances, closes and other isolated and dark areas. Also check for mice trail that they leave behind while moving around your rooms.
Rodent signs
- Mouse dropping
- Odor of rodent urine
- Gnawed furniture and woodwork
- Mice runways along the wall
- Mice nest
- Scampering and scurrying noise at night
- Unusual behavior of pets
- Unmistakable smell of rodent which is close to the smell of ammonia gas
How do you differentiate infestation by mice and rats?
- You know or suspect there are rodents in the house, but how can you tell if you’re dealing with mice or rats? Even though they share common signs, use their unique indicators to find out what kind of rodents is present. This is also important so you know the right bait or trap to use to get rid of them.
- Mice are smaller in size and can be 3-4 inches to 6-7 inches. Rats on the other hand are larger and longer than mice and they would measure 11-19 inches and weigh from half a pound to 1 pound. Droppings of rats are larger than mice’. Though they have similar facial structures they can vary in size. Rat’s tail is longer than mouse’ and it scaled and hairless.
- Mice mostly build nests indoor where plenty of hidden places are available. Rats on other hand prefer to live in burrows dug outside your home. Mice are afraid of rats because rats can kill mice when they confront each other.
Whether it is mice or rats that have taken over your home it is crucial for you that you get them exterminated by professional mouse removal team such as BBPP, the most efficient Oakville Pest Control Service. The pest control service is also extended to other nearby towns and you can book a date with them by calling the number 647-910-6315 or info@bbppcanada.com and get a free quote.