House mice thrive in the terraced and semi-detached housing found throughout the North West, and in flats where service voids connect one property to the next. They contaminate far more food than they consume, and because they breed quickly a small problem becomes an established one within weeks.
Signs of mice
- Rice-grain sized dark droppings in cupboards and along skirting
- Nibbled food packaging and displaced crumbs
- Shredded paper, fabric or insulation used for nesting
- Light scratching inside walls at night
- A stale, musky smell in enclosed cupboards
Health risks
- Bacteria spread across worktops and food storage
- Droppings and urine contaminate dry goods
- Allergy and asthma triggers in heavily infested properties
Property damage
- Gnawed cabling behind appliances and in lofts
- Damaged insulation and stored belongings
- Contaminated stock in commercial premises
What you can do yourself
- A couple of traps rarely reach a population spread across voids
- Gaps around pipes, cabling and floor voids stay open
- Activity moves rooms rather than stopping
When to call a professional
- Systematic inspection of kitchens, voids, lofts and external walls
- Treatment matched to the property and its occupants
- Proofing advice covering the gaps most people miss
- Follow-up monitoring to confirm the problem has finished
Prevention tips
- Store dry food and pet food in sealed containers
- Seal gaps around pipework, cabling and beneath doors
- Keep the area behind and beneath appliances clean
- Deal with clutter in garages, cellars and lofts
Frequently asked questions
I've only seen one mouse — is that an infestation?
Not necessarily, but daytime sightings often indicate more. An inspection will tell you either way.
Can mice come from next door?
Yes, particularly in terraces and flats where voids are continuous between properties.
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