The Importance of Sealing Your Home from Pests Like Rodents
When temperatures drop or food becomes scarce, rodents start looking for a new place to call home — and unfortunately, that often means your home. Mice and rats only need the tiniest opening to squeeze inside. A mouse can fit through a hole the size of a dime, and a rat can flatten itself through a quarter-sized gap. Once they’re in, the problems multiply — literally.
Why Rodent Entry Is a Big Deal
Rodents aren’t just annoying; they can be destructive and dangerous.
Fire Hazards: Rodents chew constantly to keep their teeth trimmed — including on electrical wires. This can easily lead to short circuits or even house fires.
Health Risks: Their urine and droppings can spread serious diseases like hantavirus and salmonella.
Costly Damage: Rodents love insulation, ductwork, and stored belongings — and they’ll shred anything they can to make a nest.
Once they’ve established themselves, they breed quickly, turning a small problem into an infestation before you know it.
How They Get In
Rodents are clever and determined. They sneak through:
Gaps around pipes, vents, and cables
Openings under doors or garage seals
Cracks in foundations or siding
Unscreened attic or crawl space vents
Even the smallest hole is an open invitation.
The Power of Exclusion — “Seal Them Out!”
At Genuine Pest Control, we use a method called rodent exclusion — it’s the most effective, long-term solution for keeping rodents out. This process includes:
Inspecting your property for potential entry points.
Sealing every gap with rodent-proof materials like metal mesh and sealant.
Deterring new activity with non-toxic repellents.
By sealing off entry points, we cut off access to your home — no traps, no poisons, just prevention that works.
A Smart Investment
Rodent exclusion isn’t just about comfort; it’s about protecting your health, your property, and your peace of mind. Once your home is sealed, you won’t have to worry about chewed wires, contaminated insulation, or those midnight scratching sounds in the attic.
Don’t wait until you hear them — seal them out before they move in.
Contact Genuine Pest Control today to schedule your rodent inspection and keep your home pest-free all year long.