{"id":10980,"date":"2025-01-17T12:12:27","date_gmt":"2025-01-17T16:12:27","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/exterminationcentrale.thedev.ca\/?p=10980"},"modified":"2025-01-17T12:13:06","modified_gmt":"2025-01-17T16:13:06","slug":"mice-house-winter","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"http:\/\/exterminationcentrale.thedev.ca\/en\/mice-house-winter\/","title":{"rendered":"Why and how do mice enter the house in winter?"},"content":{"rendered":"\n

Why and how do mice enter the house in winter?<\/h1>\n\n\n\n

With its freezing temperatures, our Quebec winters often push mice to seek shelter in our homes. In search of warmth and food, these rodents can, however, cause major inconvenience if the situation is not controlled.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

In this article, we explain why mice enter houses in winter, and suggest effective solutions to prevent them!<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Why do mice hide in houses in winter?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

When temperatures drop as winter approaches, mice actively seek out a warm and safe place to survive the cold season. Unlike other animals, they do not hibernate, which requires them to remain active to survive.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

During the winter, mice are motivated to find places where they can find warmth, food and safety. Your home then becomes an ideal destination: it offers protection against predators and plenty of food.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Mice in winter: how do they get into our homes?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Did you know that thanks to their small size and agility, mice can slip through openings as thin as a pen? They exploit cracks in foundations, gaps around doors and windows, and even poorly protected ventilation ducts. Their ability to climb vertical surfaces also allows them to access roofs and attics.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Warning:<\/strong> once installed, they reproduce quickly, transforming a temporary intrusion into a lasting infestation. Preventing the intrusion of mice in winter is essential for your peace of mind.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The risks associated with the presence of mice in winter<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Beyond the material inconveniences, mice pose significant health risks. They can contaminate food and surfaces with their droppings, and spread diseases (salmonellosis, hantavirus, leptospirosis, etc.). In addition, their tendency to gnaw electrical wires increases the risk of fire.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

In short, ignoring the presence of mice in your home can turn a simple nuisance into a serious threat to your health!<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The telltale signs of a mouse infestation during the winter<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Are you wondering if mice have taken refuge in your home? There are several signs that indicate the presence of mice in winter:<\/p>\n\n\n\n