Our past blogs have highlighted some pest control issues that arise during winter months in Calgary – and the presence of mice is a pest control issue that plagues many homes and businesses at this time of year. One Man and a Lady Bug is a Calgary Pest Management Company whose goal is to effectively and safely handle pest concerns– allowing home owners to sleep well and businesses to operate smoothly.
This Calgary Pest Control team explain that mice can squeeze through a hole the size of a pencil eraser; making points of entry in to your home abundant. And the two reasons that mice seek out shelter in a home or business is warmth and food – both things that are easy to find in Calgary’s toasty warm homes and well stocked pantries. And with Calgary developing more and more acres of land for home building – disturbance of mice nests leads to a new home owner having an uninvited roommates to deal with..
How can you prevent an infestation of mice? The first step would be to block all obvious points of entry – using sealants around door jams and piping, and fixing any gaping windows or cracks in the foundation that would be a welcome home sign to mice. Using a professional pest control firm to inspect your home and business for potential entry points and to gain valuable information regarding the prevention of a pest infestation is always a good step in protecting your property. Mice are very industrious creatures – gnawing through drywall, electrical wires, wood and plastic to get to desired targets – food and warmth. Having the skills and knowledge of a Calgary Pest Control firm on hand to eliminate potential pest attractors means that your home and business is viewed through the eyes of professionals, who are experienced in recognizing and anticipating pest issues.
This article was written by Angie Naimi. Visit her on Google+
