Protect Your Christmas Tree From Rodents With These Tips

Christmas is a time to celebrate family and nestle by a fireplace with the ones you love. It is not a time to run screaming from your house because you spot a mouse taking a nap among the Christmas tree ornaments. If you have a mouse problem in your house affecting your Christmas spirit, contact a service specializing in mice removal in Coquitlam.

Protecting Your Christmas Tree Against Rodents

Mice in winter want only a few things: shelter, warmth, food and water. Unfortunately for those who love to decorate for the holidays, mice love all the available hiding spaces that decorations provide. The top on the animal's wishlist is a decorated, live Christmas tree because it gives it everything it needs in one convenient location.  People like to hang popcorn garlands or hang gingerbread ornaments which provide great snacks for unwanted guests. Water is easily accessible to mice from the water-filled base live trees need to survive. Finally, the branches, decorations, and ornaments provide shelter from prying eyes. Thankfully, experts suggest three ways to reduce the risks of a mouse-infested Christmas tree this season.

1. Check Boxes

The main thing every family should do when transporting decoration boxes from storage to their living room is to check the boxes. Whether you store boxes in the attic, basement, garage, or shed, mice love to find dark and quiet spaces to hide and nest.You will need to check if any little critters are tucked away for transportation.

2. Hang Edible Items Later

While popcorn garlands and gingerbread are Christmas staples, you can put edible items out early. Hanging popcorn or putting gingerbread houses on counters is an excellent way to lure rodents into your home. Mice have a strong sense of smell, and it doesn't take much to encourage them to follow their noses.

3. Inspect Live Tree Before Bringing It Indoors

If you prefer live trees to artificial ones, you need to inspect your purchase outside before bringing it inside. All sorts of little critters, including mice, can make homes in future Christmas trees. If you bring the tree in without checking it, you are opening your home to the possibility of an infestation.

Storing Christmas Decorations After the Holiday

You need to figure out where to store everything when the holiday is over. If possible, avoid crawl spaces and attics because these areas do not experience a lot of foot traffic. Also, when storing Christmas items, choose plastic bins with secure lids. The harder you can make it for mice to open or chew through a box, the better. When stacking the bins, try to keep them off of the walls. Boxes placed snugly against a wall can create little tunnels and hiding places for mice and other critters.

Mouse-Proofing Your House

It is possible to learn how to mouse-proof a house. Essentially, to protect your home, you need to eliminate access to its interior and food and water. You can start by sealing all access points around the structure, such as cracks or poor seals. Also, remove all yard debris from around the foundation. Inside your home, vacuum, sweep, and mop every day. Finally, never leave garbage in your house overnight.

Hiring Professional Wildlife Control Services To Protect Your Home

If you are wondering how to get rid of mice in your home, look no further than a humane wildlife service. Contact Skedaddle Humane Wildlife Control and talk to a representative about our removal and preventive services that accommodate every unique situation. . A team of qualified wildlife technicians will visit your home to assess the damage and determine the best path forward.