Wickford Mice Control

There are various species of mice in the UK. The most prevalent species is the house mouse, although field mice have been known to nest inside properties. Typical signals of a mouse infestation in a building include droppings being found, markings on skirting boards, a powerful ammonia-like smell or hearing scratching noises as they move around. Mice can create a lot of problems inside homes. They may eat through cables or damage pipes. They could also contaminate foodstuffs and spread diseases. Mice will also damage buildings themselves as they gnaw through skirting boards or walls to get access to different parts of the house.

There are various different techniques to treat a mice infestation. Traps can be found in either snap or live catch types. With either variety, you’ll need to remove the mice humanely and safely. Poison may also be used, although some poisons will take some time to have an effect and you might find dead mice in inaccessible parts of the building, where if they are left they’ll cause a bad smell.

Qualified pest control companies can perform a survey on the building to correctly identify the extent of the problem. They will then be able to inform you of the best course of pest control treatment. This could require trapping or baiting, and likely a mixture of both which will be aimed at effectively controlling the pest infestation. They can also advise you of the best ways to deter mice from entering the house by filling any spaces in external walls to prevent access.