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Common Rodent Problems in Thomasville

Mice and rats are the most common pests in the rodent family, and they can quickly become a huge problem for a home or business owner. Mice can reproduce rapidly: just one female mouse can give birth to eight litters each year, with four to seven young per litter.

They can be difficult to keep out of a structure: for instance, a mouse can fit through an opening the size of a dime, and a rat can fit through a hole the size of a quarter. These pests are capable of causing damage to your property by chewing through drywall, insulation, wood, and electrical wiring, increasing the potential risk for fires. Rodents also carry parasites in their fur and spread dangerous bacteria and diseases.

Types of Rodents in Thomasville

Thomasville has no shortage of pesky critters that cause problems for the folks who live in this region. Rodents are among the critters that bedevil us, and the peskiest are also the two most common rodents: mice and rats. So why are mice and rats so seemingly obsessed with us humans? And how dangerous are they really?

While there are many types of rodents in Thomasville, these are the four that most often get into homes.

Deer Mice

Brown in color.
Approximately five to eight inches in length.
Prefer less trafficked areas like a shed or pool house/quieter parts of the home like basements, attics, and crawl spaces.
Are attracted to food sources and safe, comfortable locations to nest (such as homes).
Reproduce rapidly when left unchecked and will expand into new areas when population density gets too high.
Can reproduce every three to four weeks when breeding conditions are right, with 1-11 pups per litter.

House Mice

More difficult to spot than deer mice, and are much more likely to try and get into a home.
Dusty gray-colored body.
Only 2 ½ – 3 ¾” long – can easily squeeze through even the smallest of holes.
Leaves behind waste and can cause damage to homes through gnawing and scratching.

Roof Rats

Dark brown or black in color with a lighter underbelly.
Six to eight inches long.
Up to six litters a year, with up to eight rat pups per litter.
Excellent climbing skills that allow them to easily access the roofs of buildings.

Norway Rats

They are brown or gray in color and have a shaggier appearance.
Can grow up to 9 ½” long.
When left unchecked, they can reproduce rapidly, with up to 12 litters a year, with each litter having up to 14 rat pups.
Enter buildings at ground level and can also gain access by burrowing beneath structures (causing further damage).

Signs of Rodents

The signs of rodents can be obvious, but sometimes they can be subtle enough that you don’t identify the problem right away. The most common signs include:

Rodent droppings around food packages, in drawers or cupboards, and under the sink.
Nesting material such as shredded paper, fabric, or dried plant matter.
Signs of chewing on food packaging.
Holes chewed through walls and floors that create entry points into the home.
Stale smells coming from hidden areas.

3 Reasons Why Rodents Are Dangerous

No matter how many times cartoons show us mice making dresses and rats making French stews, the fact is these little creatures can actually be quite dangerous to your home and your health. We know. We’re sad about it, too. “Worldwide, rats and mice spread over 35 diseases,” reports the CDC. Yeah. It’s not great for the chef making your stew to have so many diseases.

Here are all the ways rodents (no matter how cute they are on TV) can hurt you and your home:

1. Well, the diseases.

So, we established that they carry diseases. The list is a long one, and only medical professionals can even pronounce some of them! Among those diseases is the PLAGUE. Yeah, the plague. It’s still out there, and rats are still spreading it, even after all these years. Salmonella can also make you extremely sick or even (in rare cases) kill you.

These diseases are transmitted through urine and feces from rodents and their bacteria. When you have an infestation, bacteria, and dust from their fur and waste can contaminate several things and places in your home. It’s yucky stuff.

2. Then there’s the fires.

They’re not exactly arsonists, but rodents cause 25 percent of all house fires. As they’re chewing through your insulation and the infrastructure of your home, they’re also chewing through electrical wires, which cause sparks and ignite flames. It’s scary. And serious.

3. And, finally, the air quality.

That dust and debris we mentioned earlier? Rodents often make their way into ventilation systems, accelerating the spread of that debris throughout your home or building. That leads to asthma and other breathing difficulties, in addition to spreading bacteria and disease.

How Mice and Rats Get Into Homes

Mice and rats can both fit through tiny spaces that would seem impossible based on their size. However, they are extremely flexible, and getting into homes is one of their unfortunate talents. Some common spaces that might be overlooked by a homeowner that a mouse or rat can squeeze through include:

Cracks in the foundation
Uncovered chimneys
Gaps around window frames
Broken screens on windows or doors
Gaps around ground-level doors
Flimsy aluminum soffits
Plastic vent covers or dryer vents
Holes found in roof eaves and rooflines
Openings around plumbing, cables, and gas lines

The Dixon Pest Services Rodent Solution

If you see a single mouse or a rat, that’s usually a good indication that you have a bigger problem. A few traps might put a Band-Aid on the issue, but to ensure your home is truly protected and sealed off from more rodent intruders, you’ll want to employ a reliable service like Dixon Pest Services.

We provide an inspection-based customized treatment plan designed to eliminate rodents and prevent conditions in which rodents can return. You get the right treatment plan, saving you time and money and giving you peace of mind protection. Our service includes a thorough inspection, setting up small rodent bait stations and traps, and a prevention plan – all with a satisfaction guarantee.

With Dixon Pest Services Rodent Shield, you’ll receive: