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October 22, 2007
Exterminator for mice...
We need a good exterminator - ideally one who specializes in mice.
Can anyone recommend one?
To make matters worse, our neighbor is part of the problem - her house is a mess and looks like it hasn't been cleaned in ages with junk all over inside. Any suggestions how to deal with this?
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I forgot to say - our neighbor has mentioned that she has a mouse infestation, but we're not confident she will take care of it effectively, based on a track record of a lack of maitenence on her place.
We're practically ready to pay for an exterminator to treat HER house.
Posted by: hans at October 22, 2007 11:48 AM
Get natures exterminator - A cat.
Once the cat nabs a few, they figure out she is there and will no longer be "caught dead" in your aparment.
Exterminator will solve the problem short term - but if your neighbor(s) has a problem, you too will always have the problem.
Posted by: guest at October 22, 2007 11:57 AM
Agree with above. We had mice when we moved into our home, and they were gone within two weeks with our cats, have not had any in over a year. If you bring in an exterminator, they will probably return every fall, especially if your neighbor is "breeding" them. You may want to see if she has family that can help you address her maintenance issues, or if it's really bad, contact Adult Protective Services
Posted by: guest at October 22, 2007 1:08 PM
who said she was elderly? maybe she's just a slob.
Posted by: guest at October 22, 2007 1:17 PM
yes, a cat is a god long term solution. lemme know if you want one (or two!). i have kittens!
as for the neighbor, what are laws regarding 'packrats'? didn't they pass a law named after the Collyer brothers? they were the brothers who saved everything and ended up getting smooshed by piles of trash in their home. if a neighbor is really bad, are you supposed to call 311 or something?
Posted by: Jimmy Legs at October 22, 2007 3:52 PM
This guy is the best: http://pestquest.info/index.htm
Posted by: statestreeter at October 22, 2007 4:44 PM
1:08 here. APS does not only deal with the elderly. If it's as bad as OP indicates, they can provide different services, but it takes a looong time.
Posted by: guest at October 22, 2007 5:12 PM
OP here-
Wish I could have a cat, but I'm insanely allergic.
So, we're looking for exterminator recommendations.
Any suggestions are appreciated.
Someone with no mercy for little mice.
Posted by: hans at October 22, 2007 5:20 PM
I would just have a talk with the neighbor and explain that you think her mouse problem is carrying over to you .Ask her how can you two work together to alleviate the problem.Stress that mice carry disease and affect the quality of your life.Tell her that if she isnt providing food and clutter, they wouldnt harbor in her home and travel over to yours.
Posted by: guest at October 22, 2007 9:00 PM
I'm allergic to cats as well, but since I married into two, I've been getting once a month allergy shots and have had no problems at all.
Posted by: guest at October 23, 2007 11:05 AM
I think that the mouse infestation is not a house-by-house proposition. All the houses are interconnected and the mice run the block, popping up wherever there is an opening. We had no mice at all. Then a radiator was moved and a hole was left in the floor. Mice started to come up from the hole. As soon as we had the hole closed all mice disappeared. Try to close up all openings that will allow the travelers to stop over.
Posted by: guest at October 23, 2007 4:09 PM
An exterminator is a waste of time until you seal up every hole in your place. This can be a huge job involving pulling out appliances, cabinets, emptying closets etc. Mice can get in through incredibly small holes. In my experience the most common entry points are the holes around radiator pipes and through holes around any pipes coming into a kitchen (water, waste, gas). Try sealing up these first with steel wool and plaster. If you use plaster alone, they can eat through it if they're determined.
Posted by: guest at October 27, 2007 12:46 PM
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