In the Know: Colorado Mouse Insights

Mouse Control and Prevention in Colorado

Mice are among the most common intruders in Colorado homes, especially during the colder months when they seek shelter and food. Around Durango, their presence can create more than just a nuisance—mice can cause significant damage and pose serious health risks.

How Mice Enter Your Home

• Cracks or holes as small as a dime in foundations or siding
• Unsealed utility pipe entrances or dryer vents
• Gaps under doors or garage weather stripping
• Climbing shrubbery, fences, or utility lines

Common Signs of a Mouse Infestation

• Droppings in cabinets, pantries, or along baseboards
• Chewed food packaging or gnawed wood/plastic materials
• Scratching or rustling noises in walls or ceilings at night
• Oily rub marks near entry points and along runways
• Unpleasant odor from hidden nests or urine

Why DIY Mouse Control Often Fails

Store-bought traps and poisons may offer temporary relief, but rarely address the root problem: access points and nesting zones. In many cases, unprofessional use of poisons can result in dead mice in walls, creating foul odors and sanitation risks.

Mouse populations multiply quickly—one female can birth up to 60 mice per year. A small problem can become a full infestation in weeks without a targeted plan.

Durango Pest Removal's Mouse Removal Process

We start with a detailed inspection of your home—inside and out. Our team identifies nesting sites, access points, and signs of active rodent pathways. We then create a custom plan using a combination of traps, exclusion materials, and sanitation techniques.

• Use of tamper-resistant traps in secure, strategic locations
• Sealing of all known and potential entry points with rodent-proof materials
• Sanitization and odor neutralization using enzyme treatments
• Optional attic or crawlspace restoration if damage is found
• Ongoing monitoring or quarterly plans available for high-risk properties

Health Risks of Mice in Your Home

Mice can carry diseases like hantavirus, salmonella, and leptospirosis, and they may introduce ticks or fleas into your home. Their urine and droppings contaminate surfaces, food, and insulation, leading to allergic reactions and respiratory problems in sensitive individuals.

Preventing Future Infestations

• Store food in airtight containers and clean up crumbs immediately
• Keep garages and sheds organized and off the ground
• Inspect and maintain all weather seals and vent screens
• Trim vegetation and keep trash bins sealed
• Schedule seasonal inspections with Durango Pest Removal

Don't let a small mouse problem turn into a health and safety nightmare. Contact Durango Pest Removal for expert removal, prevention, and protection services throughout Durango and the Four Corners.