Why do I have a mouse infestation at home and how do I keep them away?

Unsuspected access

A gap under the door, a hole in a wall, a water pipe… Mice can squeeze through openings as small as 6 mm. Suffice it to say, a simple, poorly fitted seal can become a rodent highway.

Signs of a Mouse Infestation

Before pulling out all the stops, you still need to make sure it’s really a mouse. Here are the most common clues:

• Small black droppings  : similar to grains of rice, often near food sources.
• Night noises  : scratching, squeaking, rapid movement in walls or ceilings.
• Nests  : Made with paper, fabric, or other soft materials.
• Teeth marks  : on electrical wires, furniture or packaging.