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Signs You Have A Mouse Problem Even if You Haven't Seen One Yet

Published: October 29, 2018 Just about all of us have read the classic children’s story, “If You Give a Mouse a Cookie.” The tale tells the story of a mouse who, after being offered a cookie, continually wants more and more as a result. While this fictional children’s story is certainly cute, it also tells the truth about mice; If a mouse finds food or shelter in your home, it’ll only keep coming back for more. That’s why we’ve put together this guide to help you understand the signs of a mouse infestation even before you see one of these little critters scurrying past you. While you may be under the impression that the occasional mouse in your home is harmless, we can assure you that they present numerous dangers to you and your loved ones. To start, house mice are considered to be a commensal rodent species, meaning they depend heavily on humans for food/water, shelter or both. While this commensal relationship is certainly beneficial to the rodents, it can cause immense harm to human health and our homes.

The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention states that there are numerous diseases that can be either directly or indirectly transmitted to humans by rodents, including house mice. The diseases that can be directly transmitted by rodents include Hantavirus, Pulmonary Syndrome, Hemorrhagic Fever with Renal Syndrome, Lassa Fever, Leptospirosis, Lymphocytic Chorio-meningitis (LCM), Omsk Hemorrhagic Fever, Plague, Rat-Bite Fever, Salmonellosis, and Tularemia. Other diseases can be indirectly transmitted by rodents. These diseases include West Nile Virus, Lyme Disease, Rocky Mountain Spotted Fever, and Colorado Tick Fever and are often transmitted by ticks that hitch a ride into your home on the backs of rodents.

Signs of an Infestation

Simply put, mice pose a threat to your health. If a mouse infestation goes undetected for a long period of time, you’re leaving your family vulnerable to harmful diseases. That’s why it’s important to read up on these signs of a mouse infestation so you can tackle the problem before things worsen.

A mouse infestation can be extremely difficult to get rid of. If you suspect that there are mice living in your home, contact the professionals at Spence’s Pest Control today by dialing (804) 794-7738. Whether you need a rodent inspection or a full home treatment or both, our team has almost 40 years of experience serving the Richmond community. We’ve got the know-how to get the job done the right way so these pesky creatures don’t come back. Next View All Testimonials