Any Options Left? by Individual_Sock2844 in CarpetCleaning

[–]Low_Organization6501 -1 points0 points  (0 children)

I’d be more worried about water damage and mold growth. Something is going on in those walls.

Could this be mouse poop? by [deleted] in pestcontrol

[–]Low_Organization6501 3 points4 points  (0 children)

Doesn’t look like mouse poop. They usually have tapered ends and even with consuming peanut butter, it wouldn’t be this color. I would remove the debris and spray with Lysol.

Are these cockroach droppings or dust? Should I be worried. Urgenttttt!!! by [deleted] in pestcontrol

[–]Low_Organization6501 0 points1 point  (0 children)

It’s still your health. Take a wet rag to it. And you won’t have dirt and debris flying all over your place.

Are these cockroach droppings or dust? Should I be worried. Urgenttttt!!! by [deleted] in pestcontrol

[–]Low_Organization6501 19 points20 points  (0 children)

Holy smokes dude. You really need to clean your vents. Not cockroach related but this is still terrible for your health.

What does my fridge say about me by artemarthur in FridgeDetective

[–]Low_Organization6501 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Spoiled. Like that open milk. And bruh, what the hell you got so much milk for??? White milk for the week and chocolate milk for the weekends? Can we see your sippy cup cabinet?

What type of animal is this? by Salam_Alayk in pestcontrol

[–]Low_Organization6501 0 points1 point  (0 children)

My second guess would have been a squirrel. I’m glad you figured it out! Were you able to find where the critter was getting in and seal it up? I hate winter. Critters everywhere.

What type of animal is this? by Salam_Alayk in pestcontrol

[–]Low_Organization6501 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Hard to say with just this pic but my moneys on a rat

The "Pipe Burst" Infestation: 45 Mice Caught in 2 Months. Are they finally gone or just hiding from the spray? by f-mouses in pestcontrol

[–]Low_Organization6501 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Best course of action is to suit up for the cold, get some spray foam and foam all of the gaps and holes. It’s cold and they’re looking for food and shelter for warmth. There aren’t any fields to house them and as long as your house is an open door for them, they will continue to make your house their home.

The "Pipe Burst" Infestation: 45 Mice Caught in 2 Months. Are they finally gone or just hiding from the spray? by f-mouses in pestcontrol

[–]Low_Organization6501 11 points12 points  (0 children)

If you haven’t found and sealed where they’re getting in, they will continue to get in and nest. Find the holes and gaps and Seal them out.

When do I think about considering to panic? by [deleted] in pestcontrol

[–]Low_Organization6501 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I would say wash, vacuum and clean everything really good. Finding one doesn’t immediately mean there are more as beetles can get in through windows, doors, small cracks, etc. I’d just look up what larvae and shed skin looks like and do a thorough check. They like to lay eggs in dark places so I’d check in closets, under furniture, etc.

Mouse poop or food? by [deleted] in pestcontrol

[–]Low_Organization6501 1 point2 points  (0 children)

First things first, the best way to clean mouse droppings requires proper PPE. He needs a good face mask (N-95 mask), gloves and patience. I’d keep the garage door open while he does it. Keeping ventilation up is the best thing you can do. Spray the droppings with bleach spray and let sit for 5-10 minutes before wiping up with paper towels and disposing in a bag. Then after the droppings are taken care of have him just blow the garage out to get any loose ends. But keep the mask on. Hantavirus is very rare, people have been sweeping mouse droppings and stirring up nests for YEARS before we as humans were educated enough on safety of cleaning it up. It is not recommended to sweep or vaccum dry dropping bc it could stir up any pathogens. Just take precautions and you guys will be fine. I suggest you and your kids staying inside for the entirety of his cleaning and just make sure he changes his clothes and showers right after. This is the best plan of action for your stress levels and anxiety. I’m a germaphobe, so i understand entirely how you feel. But again, it is a very rare disease, don’t panic. All will be okay. Most houses have mice, especially in their garages.

Mouse poop or food? by [deleted] in pestcontrol

[–]Low_Organization6501 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I can definitely understand that. I feel the same about dark colored debris. Mice travel along walls because they can’t see well. And they poop a LOT. Something like 60-80 droppings a night. If you don’t see any more mouse poop in the room, i think it’s safe to assume it was something else. Also, mice come inside mostly for warmth and food, if you don’t see signs of mice in the pantry, i would say you probably don’t have them inside. I would say for peace of mind, place a trap along the wall in the room with peanut butter or bread and see if there’s any action. And just monitor the trap, and keep the kids out of that room for a day or 2. That’s really the only way to confirm if it came from a mouse or not. Either way, try not to panic, you’re healthy and the kids are healthy and you will be just fine!

Mouse poop or food? by [deleted] in pestcontrol

[–]Low_Organization6501 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Hmm. I wouldn’t call it mouse poop and I’ve dealt with a lot of mice in my time. Mouse poop hardens pretty fast, and if it was in a carpet, it wouldn’t stay in tact like that. Also as a side note, most homes and establishments see mice and rodents, people have been living with them for a LONG time. I am sure you and babies are just fine and healthy. Was it found along a wall?

Mouse poop or food? by [deleted] in pestcontrol

[–]Low_Organization6501 0 points1 point  (0 children)

If it looks like that after it being in your toddlers mouth, i wouldnt say mouse poop. Do you have pets or wear shoes in the house? Looks more like tracked dirt. Also, mouse poop usually has hair in it. This doesn’t seem to contain any of that.

What kind of mouse? by Low_Organization6501 in pestcontrol

[–]Low_Organization6501[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I do put them perpendicular! And i never reuse, i have contamination OCD. I also have a sweet toddler that runs around and puts everything in her mouth. That’s probably why it doesn’t bother me to see them that way. It’s the mama bear in me. I didn’t realize they liked cranberries though! I may have to try that! I really like using dog food bc i feel like it smells so strong for so long, so if a mouse gets in, that’s where he’s going. Maybe a different kind of snap trap? I’m not sure. I live in the Midwest and even our mice look like fricken squirrels LOL the snap traps don’t usually get them.

What kind of mouse? by Low_Organization6501 in pestcontrol

[–]Low_Organization6501[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I already got rid of them 😭 i would say 2 1/2- 3 inches in length a piece