How to Get Rid of Mice in Walls

If you suspect mice in your walls, we recommend contacting a Abell Pest Control professional for proper removal, as this can pose some serious problems.

Mice carry bacteria, spread diseases like hantavirus and salmonella, and their droppings can contaminate surfaces and food. Mice defecate often, and their droppings can accumulate quickly in hidden spaces within your home, like the interior of walls, and trigger allergy and asthma symptoms.

Not only can mice in walls spread diseases, but they can chew electrical wires, creating a fire risk. They can also damage walls by chewing through drywall.

When it comes to mice in your walls, the most telltale sign of their presence is the sound of running or scurrying inside the walls. You will hear that mostly at night as mice are nocturnal. You may also see tiny droppings around the house.

How to prevent mice in walls:

1. Seal cracks and crevices around the exterior of your home. Mice can squeeze through tiny spaces; an adult mouse can squeeze through a hole ¼ or larger and once inside they can quickly build nests and start breeding.
2. Fill holes tightly with copper mesh or wire mesh to stop them from chewing through and gaining access to your home.
3. Ensure your garage door sweeps are tightly sealed against the ground to prevent mice from getting in.
4. Eliminate food sources.
5. Reduce yard debris and vegetation, as mice can access homes using surrounding plants.