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3 Options For Preventing A Mouse Infestation In Your Home

Mice might be cute little critters, but you probably do not want them infesting your home. In some cases, it can be inevitable that you will end up with a mouse infestation. However, there are ways that you can help prevent this from happening. These are a few tips that can help you prevent mice from infesting your home.

1. Keep it Clean

It isn't just dirty homes that can become a target of a rodent infestation; even the cleanest of homes can be affected. However, it is true that keeping your home clean can help reduce the chances of getting a mouse infestation. For example, old newspapers and other paper garbage can be appealing to a mouse that is looking to create a nest, and food that is left out and not put away properly can attract hungry rodents who are looking for something to eat. By keeping food sealed, taking your trash out, picking up any garbage around your home and keeping your house clean in general, you can help cut down on the chances of a rodent or other type of pest infestation.

2. Get a Cat

It might seem silly, but if you are looking for a pet anyway, why not try a cat? Cats, in general, are excellent hunters, and they can help catch any rodents that might be in your home. It's true that taking care of a cat can be a bit responsibility, but you might find that it's worth it when you don't have to worry about rodents and when you have a furry companion to enjoy as well.

3. Hire an Exterminator

If you think that exterminators can only help with insect infestations, you should think again. A good exterminator can help if you have an existing mouse or rat infestation by putting out traps, using poison or using other methods. Even if you don't currently have a rodent infestation, it can pay to hire an exterminator if this is something that you are concerned about, since he or she can help with preventative methods as well.

As you can see, there are a few different things that you can do if you want to prevent a mouse infestation in your home. If you follow these tips, you might find that you are able to keep mice, rodents and other pests at bay, even if you live in an area that is prone to these types of infestations.  


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