4 Signs Of A Rat Or Mice Infestation In Your Home

Rodents are common in every household. A rodent infestation in your home can be disastrous as it can cause severe damage to your property and spread harmful diseases. These pests usually enter our homes during the winter months through a hole or crack in your property that’s larger than half an inch. Also, they can climb the trees and enter the house through the attic. The exposure of your attic can also allow damp intrusion, so take the opportunity to inspect the walls and if necessary, use a professional service to deal with the attic mold removal in order to avert a larger problem throughout the house.

However, these pests live rent-free in your home and can cause severe damage to your property. To make these guests leave your home permanently, the key is prevention. The sooner you identify the problem, the better. 

But how to know if you have rodents in your home? Surprisingly, these pests leave their clues behind which can be easily identified. Some of the early signs of rodent infestation include:

1.      Small Droppings

The first major sign of rodents in your home is their small droppings. These are small dots that you can easily spot where you store your food, such as the pantry, cupboards, bins, cabinets, refrigerators, etc. 

These rodents contain harmful diseases in their droppings which can affect your overall health. For example, mice droppings may cause hay fever, Salmonellosis, Listeria, Leptospirosis, and more. You can also identify the mice dropping on the edges of the wall and inside small spaces like suitcases and boxes. However, calling professional rodent control experts can be a wise move. They will identify the root cause and give you a permanent solution for it. 

If you identify mice droppings on your property, make sure to keep your children away as touching can make them very sick.

2.      Bad Odor

Another major sign of rodent infestation in your home is the bad odor. While rodents have a natural odor in their body, they also leave their droppings and urine all around your home, which can result in a bad smell. 

Moreover, when a rat or mouse is about to die, they often head toward the corners of the house, leaving the smell of their corpse. So, if you experience any bad smell in your home, a nearby rat nest can be the source.

3.      Scratching Sound

Mice and rats are commonly known for making scratching sounds. These pests are most active at night. Listen to these sounds between partition walls, under floorboards, in false ceilings, and in basements. 

Rodents are usually found in the attic because it is a dark place where they can easily build their nests. Thus, it is wise to make your attic ventilated and store your items in a container rather than cardboard boxes.

4.      Odd Pet Behavior

If you experience your pet’s odd behavior, for example, scratching on a particular spot, then you have rodents in your home. They have ultrasensitive hearing and can easily notice the pests in your home. 

However, you should keep your pets away from these rodents, especially if you are using poison to kill them. Otherwise, you will increase the risk of poison transferring to your pet when they eat the corpse.

Summing Up

Indeed, rodents are the most annoying pests you can find in your home. They can take a toll on your property and cause several harmful diseases. 

However, to protect yourself and your property from these pests, try to notice the early signs of a rat infestation in your home and take actionable steps.