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How to treat a problem with mice

Mice are particularly difficult to control because of the rate at which they breed and  colonise new areas. By ensuring your home is in good repair and that no food is left around the house or garden to attract mice you should not have a problem with them.

If, however, you do notice an infestation it should be controlled using poison bait, which is available from chemists, hardware shops and garden centres.

To be effective, bait must be accessible to mice but not to other animals or humans. The packaging will have detailed instructions on how to use the bait and what safety precautions should be followed. The amount of bait and how often it should be topped up will vary according to the manufacturer. 

When the bait is no longer being taken the infestation has been eradicated and the bait should be removed.

Mice that have taken bait will go back to their nests to die, which can sometimes create a smell.  How long the smell lasts will depend on how warm the nest is but will usually go after a short period of time.

One alternative to poison bait is mice traps.  However, the trap has to be reset every time a mouse is caught.

To make an appointment with a Pest Control Officer please contact Environmental Services (Please note there is a charge for this service).

See the main pest control page for details on how to request a pest control service.