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![]() Mice & Rats Sometimes rats and mice get indoors, creating a nuisance. They damage property, contaminate food, and transmit diseases like salmonellosis and trichonosis. They cause between $500 million to $1 billion a year in damage in the United States. Some 20 percent of fires of unknown origin are thought to be caused by rodents gnawing through electrical wiring. Therefore, effective control methods are essential. The keys to a successful program of rodent control are identification sanitation, elimination of harborage, and rodent-proofing.
Rodent Control: Exclusion is a critical aspect of rodent control. Seal holes with a strong chew-resistant material anywhere mice can enter the building or enter a room. Metal and other strong materials are longer lasting. Particular attention should be paid to any hole which accommodates the diameter of a pencil. Gaps must be smaller than 1/4-inch to prevent mouse entry. Vents may need screening, pipe entries (radiator pipes) may require sealing, and doors may need doorsweeps installed. Keep all food (including pet food) in tight fitting and secure containers to deter mice and rats. Do not assume that putting food high off the ground will keep it safe. Mice and rats can climb very well and can certainly reach food high up on shelves. Other Important Tips
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