Is There a Way To Keep Mice Out of My Garage?
A common issue many homeowners face is dealing with mice in their garage. It’s frustrating to find that despite your best efforts, these little pests seem to find their way in. Unfortunately, in most cases, there’s no permanent solution to keeping mice out of your garage. Garages are just too accessible and serve as a prime target for rodents.
In this post, we’ll explain why your garage is so attractive to mice, the challenges in keeping them out, and what you can do to reduce their presence. While it’s nearly impossible to create a completely pest-free garage, there are steps you can take to minimize the chances of an infestation. Let’s explore the reasons behind this common problem and some practical tips to help keep your garage as mouse-free as possible.
Why Is My Garage an Easy Target for Mice and Rodents?
There are multiple factors for why your garage is an easy target for mice and rodents to get into. One is that garages have many more entry points that allow rodents to enter than your home. Typical entry points for your home are cracks and crevices, windows, underdoors, exterior holes, and more. When it comes to your home, most people are usually more observant and careful when keeping these entry points sealed.
When was the last time you left your front door wide open for hours during the day? Most likely, almost never. How many times during the year do you leave your garage door wide open for hours? Probably a lot more often. If you park your car in your garage, which most people do, that’s usually at least a few times a day, and there is a massive entry point open to pests and rodents entering your garage. This makes it extremely difficult to keep it 100% pest-free.
What Do I Do To Keep Rodents and Mice Out?
It’s not entirely possible to keep your garage completely pest-free at all times, but there are steps you can take to reduce their population. The first thing you should do is eliminate any pest-friendly hiding spots or living spaces.
Be cautious about what you store in your garage. Many people tend to keep items like sleeping bags, clothing, cardboard boxes, and bedding there. If mice can access these materials, they will often chew on them and use the debris to create nests. Additionally, leaving your garage unfinished can be an issue, especially if insulation is exposed or if there is excess insulation stored. These conditions provide an attractive source for mice and other rodents to build nests and take up residence.
Most people don’t realize this, but it’s best to avoid storing food in your garage, as it can attract mice, rodents, and other pests. Typically, the food items that become problematic are those that are forgotten, such as a granola bar tucked away with camping supplies, leftover grease on a cooking stove, or Halloween candy that was left behind and kicked under a shelf.
Tips for Trapping and Removing Pests From Your Garage
When it comes to rodent removal and trapping for your garage, we recommend concentrating on the exterior rather than the interior. If you have pest issues inside your garage, it’s appropriate to set a few traps to eliminate them. However, once the initial pests are dealt with, it’s best to focus on preventing new ones from entering. Placing bait inside your garage can actually attract more pests, as they view it as a food source. This can lead to more pests coming into your garage instead of keeping them out.
It’s important not to set unrealistic expectations regarding pests in your garage. While you can take measures to reduce the number of pests that enter, it’s important to remember that garages aren’t designed to be as sealed as your home. If you maintain the space properly, any pest that does manage to get in will likely leave quickly once it realizes there is no food available.
Keep Mice and Rodents Out of Your Garage With Rove Pest Control
While it may not be possible to completely eliminate every entry point or keep your garage 100% pest-free, there are definitely steps you can take to reduce the chances of a mouse or rodent infestation. If you’re struggling with persistent pests in your garage or throughout your home, it’s best to reach out to the experts.
Rove Pest Control offers comprehensive residential pest control services, from trapping to prevention strategies, to help you take control of your pest problems. Let our experienced team help you tackle your rodent issues effectively and keep your home and garage as safe and pest-free as possible. Contact Rove Pest Control online or call today for a free consultation and take the first step toward a pest-free home.