Mice in the house? You’re not alone
Mice are one of the most common pests in Scottish homes, especially from autumn onwards when they move indoors looking for warmth and food. A mouse can squeeze through a gap the width of a pencil, and a single pair can quickly become an infestation.
Signs of mice
- Small, dark droppings (around 3–6mm) in cupboards, drawers or along skirting
- Nibbled food packaging – especially cereals, pet food and bird seed
- Scratching in ceilings, walls or behind kitchen units
- Shredded paper, insulation or fabric used for nesting
- A musty smell in enclosed spaces
Our mouse control service
- A full inspection to find activity, nesting areas and entry points
- Remote monitoring cameras where needed, to pinpoint where mice are getting in
- Safe, targeted treatment placed out of reach of children and pets
- Sealing of entry points around pipes, vents and door frames
- Follow-up visits to make sure the problem is fully resolved
Mouse control in Edinburgh tenements
In Edinburgh’s tenements, mice can travel between flats through floor voids, service risers and common stairs. We treat your flat, find where the mice are getting in and recommend proofing where it’s needed – and where shared areas are involved, we can work with neighbours, landlords and factors too. Find out more about pest control in Edinburgh.
Mouse control across Fife
In Fife we deal with mice in everything from older stone cottages to brand-new estates, where gaps around service pipes and cables are a common way in. We cover every town and village – see pest control in Fife.
Mice in commercial premises
In food businesses, a single mouse sighting can put your hygiene rating at risk. We provide fast response and ongoing commercial pest control contracts with written reports ready for auditors and environmental health officers.
Mouse Control: frequently asked questions
Is one mouse a problem?
Where there's one mouse there are usually more. Mice breed quickly, so it's worth getting a professional inspection early.
How long does it take to get rid of mice?
Most homes are clear within a few weeks, with an initial visit and follow-ups. Proofing the entry points makes the biggest difference to how quickly the problem is solved.
Why do mice keep coming back to my Edinburgh flat?
In tenements, mice can use shared voids to move around the building. We find out how they’re reaching your flat, treat the problem and recommend proofing where it’s needed to help stop them getting back in.
Do you use traps or poison?
We use whichever method is safest and most effective for your property – often a combination. Everything is placed securely, and we'll explain it before we start.
