Ismael Girard

How do you get rid of mice effectively? To get rid of mice in your home, start by sealing up any entry points around your home, ensuring mice or rats can't sneak in. Next, set up mouse traps where you've noticed activity to catch or eliminate them. Lastly, maintain cleanliness by securing food in sealed containers and regularly disposing of garbage.

Rat poop is notably larger, about the size of an olive pit. It's typically ¾ of an inch long.In contrast, mouse droppings are much more inconspicuous due to their small size. They're often about the size of a grain of rice - -barely ¼ of an inch long.

The core of safe cleanup is the careful removal and disposal of the droppings. It's not advisable to sweep or vacuum up rodent droppings. This can trigger a flurry of potentially harmful particles into the air which are easily inhaled and pose significant health risks.Instead, wet the droppings using a commercial disinfectant or a bleach solution (1 part bleach to 10 parts water). Cover the droppings completely with the disinfectant or bleach, let sit for 5 minutes, then scoop them up using paper towels. Dispose of the soiled paper towels and droppings in a tightly sealed plastic bag.