Where do mice hide?
It is well known that mice have an affinity for human structures–it is often said that wherever humans are, mice are likely to be. But while they can be a terrible nuisance, mice usually go to great lengths to avoid humans. They tend to live in the parts of a house that we don’t, such […]
Animal in Attic Identification
Since they’re warm and often undisturbed by humans, attics make great nesting options for many unwanted critters. Most often these pests seek shelter in attics to survive harsh weather during winter or raise young during the spring. The most common animals that live in an attic are raccoons, squirrels, bats, mice, and rats. Getting rid […]
Urban Coyotes
It’s easy to understand why homeowners are often startled by coyote sounds in the middle of the night because the pests emit powerful howls and strange yips. These noises are used to communicate various commands, thoughts, and emotions to other pack members. Females make huffing and snarling sounds to quietly call for pups, while yelps […]
Are Those Rat Tracks in the House? How to Identify Rat Footprints
Rats leave tracks that vary from about one-half to one inch in length and width depending on the individual pests’ age, size, and sex. Like most rodents, rats have four-toed front feet and five-toed hind feet. Unlike the tightly aligned toes on their back paws, the toes on their front paws are widely spaced in […]
