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What do mouse droppings look like?
Mouse droppings are typically cylinder or tubular in shape, approximately a quarter of an inch long, and black in color. The biggest threat to a human from rodent droppings is Hantavirus, which is an airborne illness associated with rodent droppings. Inhaling the dust from sweeping up droppings can be deadly. To safely eliminate rodent droppings,…
Know Your Enemy: How to Identify Rodent Droppings
Rodent droppings can be hazardous to your health and can indicate the presence of rats or mice in your home. Common places to find rodent droppings include behind appliances, in garages, under tables, and in bathrooms. Rat droppings are larger than mouse droppings, but both are black and pill-shaped. The age of the droppings can…
How to Clean Mouse Droppings from Fabric
Mouse droppings in fabric can be hazardous to one’s health and should be dealt with promptly. It is best to hire a professional to remove the droppings to ensure safety from bacterial particles. Spaulding Decon uses proprietary equipment and highly trained technicians to properly sanitize fabrics. Protective gear, including latex gloves, ventilation masks, and goggles,…
How Rodent Dropping Cleanup Keeps Your Home Safe from Pests
Rodent droppings pose several health risks, including infectious diseases such as Hantavirus and leptospirosis, as well as the potential for mold growth and attraction of other pests. Keeping rodents out of the home through sealing cracks, storing food properly, and removing nesting sites is the best prevention method. Identifying rodent droppings through their appearance and…
Real Health Risks Posed By Mice and Rat Infestations
Rodents, such as mice and rats, can carry and spread many diseases that can be harmful to humans. The most dangerous of these is Hantavirus, which can be transmitted through inhalation of aerosolized particles of infected rodent droppings, urine, or saliva. Lymphocytic Choriomeningitis is another viral infectious disease caused by common house mice. Rat-bite fever…
How to Clean up After a Mouse Infestation
Mouse infestations can pose serious health hazards as rodents are carriers of diseases. It’s important to clean up mouse droppings and residue to prevent the spread of these diseases. Proper protection including gloves, a respirator, and protective goggles should be worn during cleanup. Bleach and water can be used to disinfect the area. Insurance may…
