Mice Removal & Prevention
Mice are the #1 pest problem I treat in St. Louis. I don't just eliminate the mice you see—I find how they're getting in and stop them for good.
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Why St. Louis Homes Get Mice
St. Louis has a perfect storm for mouse problems: older homes with settling foundations, harsh winters that drive mice indoors, and established neighborhoods with mature landscaping that provides cover.
Mice can squeeze through gaps as small as a dime. The historic homes in areas like Clayton, University City, and the Central West End often have dozens of potential entry points that have developed over decades.
A single pair of mice can produce 5-10 litters per year, with 5-6 pups each. That's why acting quickly is so important—and why I focus on elimination AND prevention.
Signs You Have Mice
- Droppings
Small, dark pellets (1/4 inch) near food sources or along walls
- Gnaw marks
On food packaging, wood, or plastic
- Scratching sounds
In walls or ceiling, especially at night
- Musty odor
A distinctive smell from mouse urine
- Nesting materials
Shredded paper, fabric, or insulation
My 3-Step Mice Elimination Process
I don't just set traps and leave. Here's the comprehensive approach I use.
Find the Entry Points
I personally inspect your home inside and out, identifying every gap, crack, and hole mice could use to enter. This is the step most pest companies skip.
Eliminate the Infestation
Using professional-grade bait stations and traps strategically placed along mouse pathways, I eliminate the existing population quickly and safely.
Seal & Prevent
I'll show you exactly what needs to be sealed to keep mice out. Many entry points are DIY-fixable with the right materials.
Common Entry Points I Find
Foundation Gaps
Where concrete meets brick or siding
Garage Doors
Worn weather stripping at the bottom
Utility Penetrations
Around pipes, wires, and HVAC lines
Dryer Vents
Missing or damaged vent covers
Sill Plates
Gap between foundation and framing
AC Lines
Holes drilled for refrigerant lines
Old Basement Windows
Deteriorating frames and seals
Crawl Space Vents
Damaged or missing vent screens
Why You Need to Act Quickly
Each litter has 5-6 pups that mature in 6 weeks
A single pair can multiply exponentially
Mice can squeeze through the smallest openings
Hearing Mice? Don't Wait.
The longer you wait, the bigger the problem gets. Call me for a thorough inspection and elimination plan.