Small but persistent

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House mice are one of the most common pests in homes and businesses. Unlike rats, mice tend to stay close to their food sources and nesting spots, often living undetected within loft insulation, behind kitchen appliances, in pantry cupboards, or inside voids under floors and stairs.

Their small size means they only need a gap the width of a pencil to squeeze through, and they often use hidden gaps behind units, pipe boxing, and floorboards to move between rooms. Mice are naturally curious but can learn to avoid poorly placed traps and bait if they sense danger. Once inside, they breed quickly and can spread droppings and urine in food areas, posing a hygiene risk.

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How Veltox Handles Mice Infestations

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At Veltox, we take an investigative approach to locate mice activity, find the smallest access points, and create a targeted plan to remove them and keep them out for good.

✔ Detailed Mouse Site Survey
We check typical hotspots: behind kitchen units, inside pantries, under kickboards, in loft insulation and under floorboards. We look for droppings, food debris, shredded nesting material and gnaw marks.

✔ Pinpoint Entry Point Detection
Mice often enter through gaps around pipes, damaged brickwork, vents or ill-fitting doors. We systematically find these small openings to stop mice coming and going unnoticed.

✔ Professional Treatment Plan
We use a combination of secure bait placements, discreet traps and practical advice on storing food and waste properly. Our treatment adapts as activity drops to ensure the whole colony is cleared.

✔ Practical Proofing and Prevention
We provide clear recommendations for sealing tiny holes, adding brush strips to doors and maintaining hygiene to deny mice easy access and shelter in the future.

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Why It Matters

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Mice are not just an inconvenience — they contaminate food and surfaces, spread bacteria and damage property by gnawing cables, packaging and insulation. Without proper investigation and proofing, infestations can return quickly. Veltox works in line with BPCA standards to ensure your home stays mouse-free for the long term.

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Typical Signs of Mice

• Small dark droppings, especially in kitchens and pantries

• Scratching or scurrying noises under units or in lofts, mostly at night

• Gnaw marks on food packaging, wires or skirting

• Shredded paper, fabric or insulation used for nests

• Musky smell in enclosed areas like under sinks or behind appliances