The house mouse

House mice are considered the most troublesome pests in the United States. They live and thrive under a variety of conditions in and around homes and farms. House mice consume human food and any food meant for pets. They contaminate food prep areas with their feces which can contain bacterium that causes food poisoning (salmonellosis). Mice also cause property damage from constant gnawing on structures and furniture. Most of the time we do not see mice, so the question is, how do I know I there is mice in my home?

The way to identify if there are mice in your home is by droppings, fresh gnawing, tracks and possibly mice nesting usually located in basements and crawl spaces. Their nests are made of fine shredded paper and fibrous material, usually insulation. Mice have a keen sense of taste, smell and touch. They are excellent climbers and can squeeze in areas only .25in in diameter. In a single year, a female mouse can have 5-10 litters of 5-6 young. The young mice will be mature and ready to reproduce in only 6-10 weeks! Call for your free inspection now!

House Mouse Prevention and Control (illinois.gov)