Most people do not stay at the beach house on a daily basis since it is meant to be a vacation place. But that does not imply that rodents cannot invade your beach house when you are not around; they are in constant search for cozy space to settle for colder months.
Most people have the wrong perception that pests should only be dealt with once inside the home. Pest controls help to prevent such invaders from entering the house in the first place; you should contact Saela Pest if you are also facing rodent invading issues.
What initially attracts mice to the beach house?
Rodents inside a beach house cause plenty of damage to the property; they constantly nibble around everywhere and anything in search of food and cozy places to spend the winters. They chew through the wooden beams, drywalls, cardboard, or even clothes, which becomes costly for anyone to repair. Mice or rats are also known to contaminate any food item that they can break through, commonly in pantries or kitchens.
Before you can potentially keep the mice out of your home, it is crucial to understand what invites them. Rodents absorb the water that is essential for them to survive from their food, so they don’t require moisture. As a result, these rodents do not want humans to run around dropping food crumbs every day. They are just curious creatures, and an empty beach house gives them an excellent opportunity to explore.
The first common factors that can invite unwanted guests are food sources and water supply; rodents are opportunistic eaters and can be attached to leftover crumbs or food that was not appropriately sealed; they need water to survive; hence, they can get attracted to any pipe leaks or pet water.
You should make sure to clean every corner after having a meal and fix every leak point to prevent these mice from invading. Shelter is also one of the factors; mice find coxy, dark, and small holes to make their sheds; maintaining your property with frequent repairing would save you a lot of money.
How do rodents get into your beach house?
Mice and rats are notorious creatures. They like to sneak in through any small gaps or holes, and they squeeze themselves through any probable tiny openings. Rodents can sneak into your house in a few ways, and those are-
● Gaps and cracks-
The most common sneak-in point for mice and rats is through openings and cracks in the walls, gaps in the door or window frames, and gaps in the roof. Seal every gap you discover with caulk or weather stripping.
● Utility lines-
Inspect all the utility lines that connect your home. Every small point can be a potential point for the invaders to enter. Seal them properly with steel wood and caulk for more protection.
● Vents and chimneys-
The common point for rats or mice to enter any home is from the roof vents or uncapped chimneys. You must install mesh wiring to block the openings.
Frequently asked questions about beach home pest control.
1. “I do not have heaters in my beach home. How can rodents survive the winter temperatures?”
Homes are designed to breathe. Therefore, there can be some points from which these invaders can invade your house. Even if the heaters are not on, they still can find plenty of space in your home that is warm and cozy for them.
2. “I never keep food behind when I leave my beach home for the season, but still, some or the other rodents return. Why are they coming inside?”
Sometimes, even after cleaning the whole mess and leftovers, there still can be some places where your crumbs are left, like places under the fridge or dishwashers or appliances. Hence, deep cleaning of these items is essential.
