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Droppings and a musty smell in the basement?
Droppings plus a stale, musky smell in a basement, garage or crawl space mean mice or rats have settled in. The smell builds where they nest.
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Most likely
Mice and rats
Call todayThis spreads or does harm quickly. The sooner a pro sees it, the smaller the job.
How to tell
- Droppings along walls, near the water heater or stored boxes.
- Shredded paper, fabric or insulation.
- Gnaw marks on boxes or wood.
Do this now
- Clear clutter off the floor so you can see the activity.
- Clean droppings with disinfectant, not a broom.
- Check for gaps around pipes and the dryer vent.
Avoid
- Don't leave grass seed or pet food in open bags.
When to call a proCall this week. Basement rodents often travel up into the kitchen.
Call (855) 424-9709
Safety first
While you sort it out
- Keep kids and pets away from nests, droppings and bait.
- Don't spray a nest or set off foggers.
- Wear gloves to clean droppings; never sweep them dry.
- Sting with trouble breathing? Call 911 first.
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