Mice & Rats
Mice and rats need only a small gap to get in, and a few can become dozens within a couple of months. Start by confirming where they are, then trap, seal, and clean up safely.
Mice inside the house
- How to Get Rid of Mice in Walls (Without Making It Worse)
To get rid of mice in walls, trap where they exit the wall, then seal every gap over 1/4 inch with metal. Skip poison indoors: mice can die inside the wall.
- How to Get Rid of Mice in the Attic and Clean Up the Insulation
To get rid of mice in the attic, trap along joists, seal roofline gaps over 1/4 inch, then wet and bag soiled insulation per CDC. Never vacuum droppings.
Cars, garages, and outbuildings
- How to Keep Mice Out of Your Car (and Off Your Wiring)
To keep mice out of your car, remove food, park away from tall grass, and trap nearby. Mice fit through 1/4-inch gaps, so check the engine bay often.