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Mice control in Canada

Canada's most common indoor pest, especially once nights get cold.

Typical cost
$250–$600
Visits needed
Usually 2–3 visits over 3–6 weeks
Urgency
Moderate
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How to identify it

Small grey-brown rodent, 6–10 cm body with a thin tail about the same length. Droppings look like dark grains of rice.

Signs of an infestation

  • Droppings along baseboards, in cupboards or under sinks
  • Gnaw marks on food packaging or wood trim
  • Scratching or scurrying sounds in walls at night
  • Shredded insulation, paper or fabric used as nesting
  • A lingering musky ammonia smell

Is it dangerous?

Mice contaminate food and surfaces with urine and droppings, and their gnawing on wiring is a real fire risk.

Can I handle this myself?

DIY is not recommended

Snap traps can knock down one or two mice, but trapping alone rarely solves an active infestation.

When to call a professional

Call a professional if you see droppings in more than one room, hear activity in walls, or catch mice repeatedly.

Any pesticide used in Canada must be registered here and applied exactly as its label directs. We don't publish application instructions.

Typical professional treatment

Inspection, sealing entry points (exclusion), tamper-resistant bait stations and trapping, then a follow-up to confirm activity has stopped.

Visits: Usually 2–3 visits over 3–6 weeks

How to keep them from coming back

  • Seal gaps larger than 6 mm around pipes, vents and foundation
  • Install door sweeps on exterior doors
  • Store dry food in sealed containers
  • Keep firewood and clutter away from the foundation

What mice treatment costs

Typical treatment in your area

$250–$600

Usually 2–3 visits over 3–6 weeks

Severe infestations, multi-unit buildings or multi-visit protocols can cost more. Estimates are illustrative sample data.

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