Mice treatment services
We offer a treatment service for mice inside your home, but not for outdoor areas. To learn more about our services, including scheduling and pricing, please contact us.
Understanding the behaviour of mice
The house mouse is a common urban and rural dweller in Britain. While it often resides indoors, it can also live outside part of the year. It is notably absent in sewers.
Mice are a concern in buildings due to their need to gnaw on hard materials to maintain their teeth, which poses a fire risk from damaged cables. They cannot control their bladder, often contaminating food with urine.
These small rodents can enter homes unnoticed in boxes or laundry baskets. Even gaps as small as 6mm, like those around pipes, can allow entry, so sealing these is crucial.
Mice often nest in hard-to-detect places, such as under floorboards or in wall cavities. Rapidly reaching sexual maturity, prompt action is essential to control their population.
Mice are curious and seek warmth, so check areas like airing cupboards and behind appliances for signs like droppings.
After mice treatment: information and advice
Download our post-treatment advice leaflet for mice
Distinguishing between rats and mice
Rats and mice are different species with unique characteristics. The common rat (also known as the Norway rat, Brown rat, or Sewer rat) and the House mouse are the species most likely to be encountered in homes, though field mice are also seen. It's important to identify which you have, as treatments and preventive measures differ. For instance, we treat outdoor mice infestations, but not rats. Rats can also indicate other issues like drainage defects, for which we can offer advice.
| Measure | Rats | Mice |
|---|---|---|
| Adult weight | 300 grams (11 ounces) | 15 grams (half an ounce) |
| Length (head & body) | 200-250 mm (8-10 inches) | 60-90 mm (2-4 inches) |
| Length (tail) | 150-200 mm (6-8 inches) | 80-100 mm (3-5 inches) |
| Total length | 350-450 mm (14-18 inches) | 140-190 mm (5-9 inches) |
| Fur colour | Brown to black on upper head and body, lighter undersides | Brownish grey, but lighter shades do occur |
| Ears | Thick, small relative to head, covered in fine hairs | Large relative to head |
| Head and snout | Heavy, blunt, and chunky | Small, sharply triangular with pointed muzzles |
| Tail | Shorter than body, thick and heavy | Longer than body, thin |
| Eyes | Small | Large and prominent |
| Droppings | Grouped, spindle-shaped, about 20mm | Scattered, rod-shaped, 3-6 mm |
