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How to Remove Mice in Your Crawl Space<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Mice<\/a> are experts at finding ways into homes<\/a>. They need only the smallest gaps in walls<\/a> to sneak inside, so crawl spaces offer easy access. Many wires run from the outdoors into the area under the first floor of buildings.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

There are many reasons homeowners find mice hiding<\/a> in crawl spaces. The pests enjoy an undisturbed place to nest and give birth, and these areas also protect rodents from predators and the weather.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Problems with Mice in the Crawl Space<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Mice in the crawl space can damage some of the most sensitive parts of your house and increase the risk of diseases. Since people generally don\u2019t go into the crawl space, the pests can stay concealed for long periods of time.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Mouse Damage<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Mice chew wood, plastic, siding, electrical wires, carpet, fabrics, clothing, mesh, and some thin metals. In the crawlspace, mice gnaw on pipes, wires, and insulation. This gnawing damage can decrease energy efficiency, cause water leaks, and increase the risk of electrical fires!<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Mice constantly search for food and will access your home’s living space in search of a food source. They can gnaw on baseboards and structural beams, cabinets, pipes, vents, rugs, drywall, cardboard, and storage containers. Their behaviors can cause power outages, heating and cooling system failures, and broken water lines.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Contamination from Mice<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Mice contaminate your living space by leaving droppings and urine wherever they travel. Mouse feces are known to host mold spores that humans should not inhale. If living in your wall or ceiling, urine and feces can seep through, creating ugly stains.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Diseases from Mice<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Diseases mice carry often have long-term effects on people and may even be fatal. Residents should be aware of the bacterial and viral infections linked to mice, such as:<\/p>\n\n\n\n