Are you tired of dealing with mice inside the house? Do you want to keep them out for good? Inspecting the exterior structure of the home is the first step in maintaining a pest-free home. This will point out any weak spots that mice could use to get inside but that you can block first. If you’re currently struggling with an infestation, call Mouse Exterminator Burlington and we’ll send those pests packing.
When conducting an exterior inspection for mice, look for any cracks or crevices that the animals could crawl through. Any gap that is merely the width of a ballpoint pen will fit a mouse. Examine the foundation of your home for any cracks, then check your brick walls for any compromised weep vents. Look under your deck, too. Check your wall vents for any signs of damage or if they have any mesh installed to them already. If you have any vinyl siding, check if there are any gaps between layers. Then, examine your window frames and door frames for any cracks. Finally, check if the weatherstripping on the bottom of the garage door needs to be replaced, and examine your roof’s edge for any gaps.
Once you have identified weak spots and entry points, you will need to seal them shut or block them off to prevent any mice from entering the home. Use hydraulic cement to fix cracks in the foundation and silicone caulking to fill any gaps surrounding the windows and doors. Cap wall vents and roof vents with 16-gauge, 6x6mm steel mesh. You can block weep vents with mesh as well or buy covers in stores. If the edges of your roof are warped, you can screw mesh into those, too, or hire a roofer to make any necessary repairs. Put floor sweeps on the bottoms of your front and back doors.
If you are looking for mice in the yard, look for signs of rodent activity, like droppings or gnaw marks. Mouse droppings are very small and resemble black grains of rice. Check your garden for any evidence of chewing. Pay close attention to bird feeders, vegetable patches, piles of wood, and sheds. Mice living outdoors usually nest above ground in thick shrubbery and quiet, enclosed areas like the space between a double fence. If you’re worried about them, reduce as much clutter as you can from the yard and remove bird feeders. Move plants away from the sides of the house and pick up any fruit that falls to the ground.
Pest-proofing the structure of your home can be a lot of work but it is worth it in the long run. This will keep mice and other rodents out, saving you the headache of an infestation. Remember that Pest Control Burlington offers thorough inspections and pest-proofing. Our experts will check every nook and cranny of your property and block all potential entry points off. Call Pest Control Burlington (647-496-5721) for the best mouse control and pest-proofing services.