a common household undesired animal that usually comes in the form of rats and mice
As far as large pests in your attic are concerned there are two main threats: birds and rodents. Birds usually build their nests high up and in an enclosure like the space between splitting tree branches. But, a nice opening in an attic is attractive to birds as well. This is why it is important […]
As with many things in life, the answer to the question above is subjective. Some people just see little rodents that run around their yard while others see squirrels as their pet. Do we get calls about squirrels? Almost never. If people end up with squirrels in their attic or something they usually patch the […]
It seems that almost any animal can make a go of it in Florida. Florida has some of the best zoos in the world because of its weather. This means a large % of living creatures can survive in our sub-tropical climate without risk of freezing or baking (like they would n a desert environment). […]
We’ve all heard that we are surrounded by “invasive species” before. But, what exactly does “invasive species” actually mean? Basically it means a plant, animal or fungus that has spread to an area by human activity. The implication is that this activity is harmful because the life form is introduced into an environment artificially and […]
When it comes to removing mice from the home, it can become quite hard to do so yourself. You might set traps, poison, and other control measures, but most of them won’t actually work. As temperatures become cooler, mice are going to find somewhere warm for them to keep their family and feed them through […]
Squirrels, like most animals, just want to be warm, to have a nice pleasant place to sleep and to have plenty of food to eat. Unfortunately, as winter rolls around, all those things become more difficult to achieve, and many of these pests have to turn to nearby homes in order to stay healthy and […]
As temperatures plummet, mice go from enjoying their time outdoors and coming into your home for an occasional snack, to looking for a place to crash for the winter. This is a serious issue because mice like to have lots of babies, and just a few of the little guys trying to stay warm for […]
Nobody wants a house that’s infested with mice, but when it gets cold outside it’s a pretty common problem for homeowners. If you suffer from a mouse infestation, consider using the following tips and tricks to get rid of it and prevent it in the future. Block Entrances The best way to keep mice out […]
Mice are a common household problem. This isn’t because the house is dirty, but rather because it is warm, dry, safe and has a decent supply of food. Most people find mice dirty, disgusting and might even be fearful of them (although a small percentage of the population finds the furry vermin cute). Regardless of […]
Rodents are pests, too. They can come into the home, rip through the insulation, the siding and even cause damage to the wood and other parts of the structure. You may find garbage everywhere, broken items and even have them inside the home, where they might not be so welcome. This is a problem that […]