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Do mice carry diseases?

Do mice carry diseases?

Yes, mice can carry diseases. Some of the diseases that mice carry include salmonella, hantavirus, and listeria. These diseases can be spread to humans if they come in contact with contaminated mouse droppings or urine. It is essential to clean up any mouse droppings and wash your hands thoroughly after coming into contact with them. If you notice mice in your home or business, it is important to contact a pest control professional to have them removed.

You don’t want mice moving into your home, or it could have serious health implications for you and your family. Mice can carry diseases that are harmful to humans, such as the hantavirus, which can cause severe respiratory problems. They can also contaminate food sources and spread bacteria throughout the home. If you have children or seniors in the house, they may be more susceptible to these health risks.

Living with mice can be harmful to your health

Mice

Mice sneak into the house through hard-to-find entryways and thrive on small bits of food.

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The best time of year to get rid of mice is typically in the late summer or early fall. During this time, mice have already established their nests and are less likely to be able to find a new place to hide. However, mice can be an issue year-round so if you have mice in your home, we recommend calling a pest control company to mitigate the issue before it gets worse.

Some early signs that you may have mice include:

  1. You hear strange noises coming from your walls or ceilings, especially at night. This is likely the sound of mice running around or gnawing on something.
  2. You find small, black pellets of mouse droppings in your home. These are usually found near where the mice are nesting or where they have been feeding.
  3. You see mouse holes or gnaw marks on food packaging or in furniture. Mice like to nest in small, dark places and will often gnaw on things to create nesting material.
  4. You find mouse traps that have been triggered but don’t contain a mouse. This means that a mouse has been in your home and has been trying to find food.
  5. You notice a musty smell in your home. This is likely due to the presence of mice, as they tend to leave behind urine and feces where they nest.

 

If you notice any of these signs, it’s important to take action to get rid of the mice before they cause more damage to your home or spread disease. Mice are attracted to food sources, so be sure to keep your food storage areas clean and free of crumbs. If you notice signs of mice in your home, contact us at Birch Fumigators, and we will be happy to help you get rid of them.

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Don't Let Bugs Get the Best of You

BIRCH FUMIGATORS

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Don't Let Bugs Get the Best of You