Nobody likes to find a rodent of any kind in their home, but it is especially distressing to find a mouse or a rat. While many people might associate the two as being alike, there is a distinct difference between rats and mice. Understanding what differences there are between rats and mice can help you …
Seeing a mouse scurrying across your floors and counters is not something anyone wants to see. They are an annoying pest that invades homes, contaminates foods, creates structural damage, and poses health risks to humans. Fortunately, there are ways to prevent mice from entering your home.
How to prevent mice from entering your property. Mice are nefarious creatures known for invading homes throughout Toronto. Although a mouse will enter a home at any point in the year, they more commonly invade when the weather gets cold. They seek out shelter, food, and water, which is something easily found among human inhabitants. …
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It is often mistakenly believed that mice will only invade filthy environments, but that is simply not true. Even the cleanliest of homes may face an invasion of rodents. Despite best efforts to keep your home and property clean, mice will find ways to access food and water inside your home. Moisture in sinks and …
Mouse traps are flat surfaces typically made from fiberboard, cardboard or plastic. The surface has a strong adhesive that latches onto any animal that walks across it. The trap is placed on rodent runways which are identified by droppings, hair or damage. The trap has a low profile so the mouse is unable to identify …
Mice might be pests, but they are also clever resourceful creatures. They will enter your home by any means necessary in search of food and water. Understanding how mice enter your home, why they do it, and how to catch them can help you rid your home of a mouse infestation.
If you notice an increase in rodent activity when cold weather sets in, it is not a coincidence. Like humans, mice prefer a warm home and will nest inside your house if the weather outside is unforgiving. Mice however nest inside homes in Toronto in any weather so even one mouse in your home can …
Mouse traps are among the most effective rodent control methods and are relied on heavily by many professional exterminators in Canada. The effectiveness may vary depending on the type of mouse trap because there are several different types including; electric traps, plastic snap traps, plastic enclosed snap traps and catch-and-release traps also known as live …
Air conditioning is a basic household need for most homeowners and especially during the warmer months of the year. Having a nice cool home is pleasant respite the harsh temperatures and humidity outside. Your home AC is built to last, but just like any other household appliance is prone to fail, and it’s worse when …
Seeing a mouse scurry across your floor is not a welcoming sight, but what about seeing one climbing the side of your brick home? If you stop to think about it, the thought is frightening. How exactly are they climbing the brick and is that even possible? What can you do to keep them out …