Mice in the House
Signs of mice such as droppings, gnaw marks, scratching noises at night, or shredded materials.
What Is Causing This?
- 1Gaps around pipes or cables allowing entry
- 2Food left accessible in kitchens or cupboards
- 3Cold weather driving mice indoors for warmth
How Urgent Is This?
This needs prompt attention. Delaying could cause further damage, safety risks, or significantly higher repair costs.
What Needs to Be Done
A pest controller will identify entry points, set traps or bait stations, and seal gaps to prevent re-entry. They will advise on hygiene measures to reduce attractants.
How Much Will It Cost?
National average estimate
Labour: £85 – £225 | Materials: £19 – £68
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Ask a QuestionHow to Prevent This
Seal gaps larger than 6mm around pipes and cables. Store food in sealed containers. Keep kitchen surfaces clean. Block gaps under doors with brush strips.
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Other Pest Control Problems
A wasp nest in the loft, eaves, or outbuilding, with wasps flying in and out and posing a sting risk.
Signs of rats in the garden such as burrows, droppings, gnaw marks on fences, or rats seen during the day.
Trails of ants marching across kitchen surfaces, around skirting boards, or near food storage areas.
Small, itchy bites appearing in lines on exposed skin, with tiny blood spots on sheets or dark spots on the mattress.