The House Mouse – A Common Problem in Plymouth

The House Mouse – A Common Problem in Plymouth

The house mouse can squeeze through the tiniest of cracks to gain entry into your home. These pests often seek shelter indoors to escape bad weather and find reliable food sources.

House mice have an excellent sense of hearing and communicate through squeaks — some of which humans can hear, while others are ultrasonic. They love cluttered areas like attics and basements, where they can hide, nest, and breed. Dirty dishes, pet food, and unsealed pantry goods all attract them, while wall voids and spaces under cabinets provide ideal nesting spots.

Because house mice are cautious, secretive, and able to survive in a wide range of conditions, they can be very difficult to control. While they're not typically aggressive, their presence can pose health risks — especially in high numbers.

In Plymouth, mice have adapted well to living alongside people, which makes them particularly tricky to catch. At Plymouth Pest Control, we use a combination of proven methods to remove them effectively and help prevent future infestations.

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The house mouse breeds rapidly, making early intervention essential. A single female can produce up to 10 litters per year, with each litter containing 4 to 16 pups. That means one pair of mice can quickly turn into a major infestation if left untreated.

Mice reach sexual maturity in just 6 to 8 weeks, so even a small number can multiply fast — especially in warm, sheltered areas like lofts, wall voids, and under kitchen units.

At Plymouth Pest Control, we understand how quickly things can get out of hand. Our team uses proven methods to break the breeding cycle and prevent future problems.

Feild Vole 

Field voles (also known as short-tailed voles) are small rodents commonly found in grasslands, hedgerows, and woodland edges — but they can sometimes make their way into gardens, outbuildings, and sheds.

While field voles rarely enter homes, they can cause damage to lawns, young trees, and crops by gnawing on roots and stems. Their presence is often noticed through runways in the grass, small droppings, and burrow holes.

Though they are part of the natural ecosystem, high vole populations can become a problem, especially in rural areas around Plymouth.

At Plymouth Pest Control, we can help identify vole activity and offer advice or treatment options if needed.

THE FEILD MOUSE

Field mice, also known as wood mice, are common in rural and suburban areas around Plymouth. They usually live outdoors in fields, hedgerows, and woodlands, but as the weather turns colder, they may enter sheds, garages, lofts, and even homes in search of warmth and food.

They have large eyes and ears, and are excellent climbers and jumpers. Field mice are mostly active at night and can go unnoticed for a long time. While they’re less likely to infest homes than house mice, they can still cause damage and contaminate food if they get inside.

At Plymouth Pest Control, we can quickly identify whether you're dealing with field mice or another rodent, and provide safe, effective control options.