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Scratching in the walls at night?
Light scratching, scurrying or gnawing inside walls or ceilings at night is most often mice. Louder thumps and running usually mean rats.
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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
- Noises after dark, often near the kitchen or behind appliances.
- Droppings in cabinets or under the sink.
- Grease rub marks along baseboards or pipe holes.
Do this now
- Note the times and spots you hear it.
- Check under sinks and behind the stove for droppings.
- Store food and pet food in hard containers.
Avoid
- Don't seal holes yet; trapped mice die in the walls.
- Don't use poison inside without a plan for odors.
When to call a proCall when you hear it two or more nights. Mice breed every few weeks.
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Other signs: walls
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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