Mice control for houses, flats, shops and workplaces across Leeds and West Yorkshire, with a proper inspection, a targeted treatment and honest advice on stopping them returning.
A mouse needs a gap of only about the width of a pencil to get in. Once inside, it will nest in warm, quiet places such as behind kitchen units, in wall cavities, under floors and in lofts, and it will feed on almost anything, from crumbs and pet food to packaging and soap. Mice breed quickly, so what begins as one noise at night can become a household problem in a matter of weeks.
As autumn arrives and temperatures drop, mice move indoors looking for warmth, and that is when many people first notice them. The tell-tale signs are small pointed droppings, gnawed packaging, a musty smell and scratching in the ceiling or behind the skirting. Old stone terraces and mill conversions often have gaps around pipes and under floors, while newer homes have their own entry points, such as around boilers and integral garages.
We begin with an inspection to find the activity and the way in, then recommend a treatment that suits the building and the people living in it. Cost depends on the property, the extent of the problem and the number of visits, and we give free quotes. Our technicians are fully insured and trained, and same-day appointments are available where we can fit them in, so describe what you are hearing or seeing and we will advise on the next step.
We inspect the property and note droppings, damage and likely entry gaps.
We agree a plan, which might include traps, bait or both, to suit the setting.
Traps and bait are placed where mice travel, and kept away from children and pets.
We return to check catches and activity and adjust the approach.
We point out gaps to block and storage habits that make life easier for mice.
Mice are mostly nocturnal, so scratching and scurrying tend to start once the house is quiet. If you can hear activity during the day, or see mice out in the open, the numbers may be higher. A visit will show how widespread it is.
Rarely, if they have food and shelter. A few might move on, but mice breed fast and a small group can quickly grow. Acting early usually means fewer visits and less damage to wiring, insulation and stored goods.
It depends on the property and who lives there. In some homes traps alone work well, in others a combination suits better. We discuss the options and the safety points before we start and choose what fits the situation.
The price depends on the size of the property, how widespread the mice are and how many visits are needed. We offer free quotes after we hear what you have found, and a survey can be booked if you want an accurate figure.
This is a general walk-through of how a mouse treatment tends to go, not a report on one particular property.
Read the walk-through →Six guides, from identification to what it costs.
Mice are small, quiet and mostly nocturnal, so you usually meet the evidence before the animal. Here is what to look for and how to tell it apart from rats and other household pests.
Read the advice →Getting rid of mice takes more than a trap behind the sofa. Removal works when you cut off access, take out the animals already inside and remove what attracted them.
Read the advice →There is no single price for dealing with mice because every job is different. These are the things that move the cost up or down, so you can see why a quote looks the way it does.
Read the advice →Mice do far more harm than their size suggests. Contamination, gnawing and nesting can affect food, wiring and insulation, and the signs are worth recognising early.
Read the advice →Once mice have been cleared, the aim is to stop a repeat. Prevention combines closing gaps, removing food and watching for early signs, and most of it is simple and low effort.
Read the advice →Plenty of mouse problems can be handled at home, and some cannot. This guide sets out where DIY helps, where it tends to fail and how to choose someone to do the job properly.
Read the advice →Choose your town for local information.
Fantastic service. Great communication and immediate response.Alison14 September 2020
Thanks to everyone involved from initial phone call to job completion. Prompt service, polite and job completed within 1/2 hour. Would definitely use you again if ever needed. Thanks once again Bev GreenwoodBev Greenwood11 September 2018
Prompt,pleasant and knowledgeable staff member carried out the removal of 3 wasp infestation in 3 adjoining properties. He explained every step of the process. Very good value compaired to other quotes. JanetJanet Walsh11 September 2018
Tell us what you have seen and where, and we will come back to you. There are no call-out charges and surveys are free for homes and businesses.
