What is Mouse Exclusion for Your Home?

There are two sides to rodent control. One side deals with eliminating a current rodent infestation by a professional pest control company. The other side is called mouse exclusion, which is basically rodent-proofing your home. Preventing rats and mice from getting inside will guarantee you won’t have damage to bedding, wires, and woodwork throughout your home from rodents gnawing and nesting in your belongings. If you have ever suffered through a rodent infestation or want to make sure you never have to, preventing rodents like rats and mice from coming into your home in the first place is key. There are ways to make your house less appealing to rodents, but mouse exclusion mainly deals with blocking entry points into your home.

Mouse Exclusion

As a homeowner, you can rodent-proof your own home by looking around the exterior for any cracks or holes. But calling in a professional pest control service will work to thoroughly seal up every tiny space that could allow mice to get inside. Mice can get through the tiniest spaces that are ¼ of an inch or bigger. Stopping mice from coming in may include doing repairs to the exterior of your property like:

Inspect and repair any holes or damage found on the roof, facia, and soffit
Replace any damaged weather stripping or door sweeps on all exterior doors
Repair any broken windows or windows that are stuck slightly open
Seal holes and cracks on the outside of the house, take special note around utility and pipe entries into the home
Put screens on outdoor vents or even over the chimney

Don’t Let Your Home Attract Mice

Rodents not only want a warm, dry place to live, they also want easy access to food. A few tips that will prevent rodents from wanting to come to your house for a meal are:

Sweep after each meal
Wipe down all kitchen surfaces with a multipurpose cleaner
Put all food packaging in to the trash after use
Promptly take the trash when full out to an outside garbage bin that has a lid
Keep all pantry items in airtight container

Allowing a professional pest control company to rodent-proof your home will make sure every tiny space is blocked so mice can't just waltz into your kitchen. Pest control professionals like Trio Pest Control will make your rodent problem a thing of the past. Once your home is mouse free, continuing to practice good prevention habits will help ensure that the rodents never make their way back into your home.

For Indianapolis homeowners needing help with a rodent infestation or simply want to make sure one never starts, give Trio Pest Control a call today.

Debbie Faulk

2022-11-09

Richard was amazing. He explained everything to me. He was so patient with all my questions. I had a lot!! I can’t say enough about him. Very very nice. They have my business for life!! Thank you so very much!

Susie Neesen

2022-08-25

Technician was very knowledgeable. Infested with fleas, never had them before, service was provided about 10 days ago have only seen one. Have been vaccuuming every day as instructed. Also had our back yard sprayed , the house next to us has been empty since February, grass only cut once, grass is about a foot tall. Don't know where they came from that house or where. Would definitely recommend them.

Daniel Wilson

2022-08-11

Good experience. Didn't charge to evaluate my concern. Gave helpful advice and was friendly and professional the whole time.

Brooke Burgos

2022-07-26

Knowledgeable and quick to help solve your issues.

Mickey Schilling-Morris

2022-07-09

Friendly professional and upfront. I was in a bind, thanks to a different extermination company. Trio responded immediately and corrected the situation within days. They earned my future business.

Whitney Pflanzer

2022-06-08

From the first phone call, I was impressed with Trio’s professionalism and friendliness. The technician, Richard, was wonderful - very knowledgeable and open to our suggestions about how we preferred to treat our bee problem. Great customer service, promptness and overall excellent experience! Will use them again (though I hope I never have to!).

Tori Elston

I highly recommend Trio Pest Control. I had phenomenal service from Trio Pest Control from the moment I called to inquire to the moment my tech, Richard, left post treatment. The gentleman I spoke with during my initial inquiry call was so helpful in breaking down the value of what I was paying for and what to expect in the short and long term of pest control treatment. Was very kind and helpful when answering my questions and concerns. My tech, Richard, called in advance and showed up when he said he would and at the beginning of the allotted time I had scheduled (showed up around noon for a 12-2 appt frame). I was totally flexible either way since I work from home but it was considerate of him to call and be on time. Was also very knowledgable and helpful. I even called before the morning of my appointment to confirm standard procedures on having pets in the home during and after treatment. The person I spoke with was very kind and helpful answering my questions. Will happily use Trio in the future and highly recommend their services.

Hannah Craft

2022-06-04

Got Trio out to do basic pest control. They communicated well and he was very friendly. He did a great job!

Katie Collins

2022-05-20

I’ve used Trio two different times over a period of three years for ants. They did a great job inside the house and around the perimeter of the patio. Would use them again.

Proudly Serving Indianapolis
and Surrounding Areas

Emergency service appointments available: (317) 902-8856