Mice
PROFESSIONAL MICE REMOVAL - NASSAU COUNTY, NEW YORK
Mouse is the common name commonly but imprecisely applied to rodents found worldwide with bodies that measure less than five inches in length. Mouse refers to any of the thirty-eight species in the genus Mus, a Latin term for a mouse. House mice are the most commonly encountered and economically significant of the commensal rodents. House mice are small mammals of the order Rodentia, native to Central Asia, which have established themselves within human populations throughout the world. Mouse fur color varies from light brown to dark grey, and they have slender bodies, rounded ears, tapered or blunt snouts, and are scantily haired. These rodents have narrow hind feet with hairless soles, very small, sharp claws, and a body-length, sparsely furred tail, which is used for balance. A specialized array of whiskers on the snouts of mice allows them to obtain detailed sensory information about their immediate surroundings. Mice have poor eyesight but possess a highly developed sense of smell and hearing, which assists them in finding food and steering clear of predators. The diet of house mice varies. Outdoors, house mice eat seeds and insects, and indoors they will consume almost anything that is digestible.
Mice are nocturnal critters, although some will every now and then forage for food during the day. A nocturnal animal species such as the house mouse is primarily active at night and, therefore, seldom seen by the homeowner. However, the scratching sounds of mice in the attic at night may awaken a sleeping Nassau County resident. The most obvious indicator of a mouse infestation is the presence of mouse droppings. Most of a mouse's exploratory activity, feeding, and drinking are done during the hours of darkness. This behavior has most probably evolved as an avoidance response to predation pressure by animals that are normally active during the day. Mice are ground-dwelling, although some species are agile climbers and proficient swimmers. A few species of mice are specialized burrowers and are rarely seen above ground. Most mice dig burrows in which they construct nests out of dry vegetation. The mouse burrows have lengthy entrances and are furnished with escape tunnels. Predators of mice include snakes, foxes, coyotes, birds of prey, skunks, cats, and wild dogs. The life expectancy of a mouse in the wild is less than one year. However, they can live for two to three years in protected environments. Mice populations remain abundant despite being heavily preyed upon. Due to their remarkable ability to adapt to almost any environment, mice are one of the most successful mammals living on Earth today. Mice are polygamous and are prolific year-round breeders; a female mouse can have five to ten litters yearly. Mouse litters typically consist of six to eight pups. Therefore a single female mouse can give birth to as many as eighty mice per year.
Mice are considered vermin because they are a significant crop damage and disease source. Mice transmit the lymphocytic choriomeningitis virus and other rodent-transmitted diseases such as hantavirus, leptospirosis, salmonellosis, and rickettsialpox and are carriers of parasites such as mites and fleas. The most significant economic loss caused by mice isn't the result of how much they eat but what must be thrown away due to contamination or damage.
SIGNS OF A MOUSE INFESTATION - NASSAU COUNTY, NEW YORK
Mouse droppings measure 1/8 to 1/4 inch in length and may be found in kitchen cabinets, under sinks, in drawers, or scattered about on attic insulation.
Scratching sounds at night coming from behind a wall, a kitchen cabinet, or from a ceiling.
Foul ammonia-like odors resulting from mice urine.
Rub marks may be observed on walls, doors, and furniture in mouse runways, regular paths traveled by mice between food sources, and nesting sites.
Mouse tracks may be seen along baseboards, storage areas, and kitchen countertops.
Mouse burrows in the attic insulation. Mice will make golf ball-sized tunnels through blown-in cellulose insulation.
Damaged food packaging and furniture. Mice may chew their way into a cereal box in search of food or into a couch to gather nesting material.
Domestic pets will usually alert a homeowner to the presence of mice. Dogs have a keen sense of smell and excellent hearing abilities, making them great pest detectors. If you have a pet dog, your canine may bark or scratch at a wall or kitchen cupboard if mice are behind them. Dogs are less likely to kill rodents than cats are but are vigilant in identifying mice infestations.
HOW TO GET RID OF MICE - NASSAU COUNTY, NEW YORK
Ultrasonic pest control devices, sold at most big-box stores, produce high-frequency sounds that are supposed to repel or eliminate household pests, including mice. However, the claims made by the manufacturers of these ultrasonic devices are not supported by scientific testing. Unfortunately, plugging in one of these sound-emitting devices won't magically solve your mouse control issue.
Nassau County Pest Control exterminators can offer you a complete and guaranteed solution to your vermin control issue, which includes;
Rodent Inspection - This is the initial step in the mouse control process. Our licensed Nassau County exterminators will inspect your residence or business for rodent activity and determine how the mice are gaining entry.
Mouse Trapping & Removal - Numerous types of mouse traps are available to control mice. Successful mouse trapping and removal are contingent upon using the correct traps and baits for the job. Effective mouse trapping is also dependent upon properly placing the traps and using the correct number of them.
Mouse Exclusion - Upon completing the removal of the mice from your Nassau County home or business, we will rodent-proof to prevent a re-infestation of mice. Rodent-proofing may or may not require the services of a licensed Nassau County wildlife exclusion contractor. Rodent removal and exclusion costs in Nassau County are dependent upon the type of rodents, mice, rats, squirrels, or groundhogs, and what is involved in getting rid of them and keeping them out of your residence or business.
