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Mouse Control in Fresno, CA: House Mouse Exterminator
House mice breed fast, so mouse control in Fresno is about speed and sealing — trapping, exclusion, and sanitation, not just bait. Inspection-first, and conscious of your family and pets.
Total Pest Control clears mice from Fresno-area homes and businesses — fast, because house mice breed faster than almost any pest we deal with. We trap the mice inside, seal the quarter-inch gaps they use to get in, and address the food and contamination that keep them coming back. Family-owned, California-licensed (SPCB #8539), and built around your home and pets.
Why mice multiply so fast in Fresno homes
A single female house mouse can produce 5–10 litters a year, with 5–6 pups each, and those pups mature in about six weeks. That math is why “just a couple of mice” becomes an infestation within a season — and why waiting is the most expensive choice. Mice also need only a quarter-inch gap to get in, so most homes have more entry points than owners realize.
Signs of mice
• Small rice-grain droppings near food and along walls
• Gnaw marks on food packaging and cardboard
• Light scratching in walls at night
• A musky, ammonia-like smell
• Shredded-material nests behind appliances
• A pet fixating on a cabinet or wall. See the full signs of mice in a house.
Our mouse control process
1. Inspect. We find the droppings trails, nests, and entry points — indoors and out.
2. Trap & remove. Multiple traps placed in the mice’s runs for fast knockdown (mice are curious, so well-placed traps work quickly).
3. Seal them out. We close quarter-inch gaps around pipes, vents, doors, and the foundation. See rodent exclusion.
4. Sanitize & prevent. We address droppings safely and advise on food storage so mice don’t return.
What’s included
| Step | What we do |
|---|---|
| Inspection | Full interior and exterior — at no cost |
| Trapping | Placed and monitored; no poison scattered in living areas |
| Exclusion | Seal the quarter-inch gaps mice use |
| Sanitation guidance | Safe cleanup and food-storage advice |
| Follow-up | Confirm the activity has stopped |
Mouse or rat — which do you have?
If the droppings are tiny (rice-grain) and the sounds are light, it’s likely mice. Larger droppings and heavier noises in the attic point to rats. See mouse vs rat; if it’s rats, see rat control.
Why Total Pest Control
Family-owned in Fresno since 2020, fully licensed (CA SPCB #8539), and local to the Central Valley. We use trapping and exclusion first and keep bait away from your living spaces, so the fix is effective and family- and pet-conscious.
Serving Fresno & the Central Valley
Fresno, Clovis, Madera, Sanger, Reedley, Kingsburg, Selma, and nearby communities.
📞 Call (559) 472-8200Mouse control in Fresno — FAQ
How do I know if it’s mice or rats?
Mice leave tiny rice-grain droppings and make light scratching sounds, usually in kitchens and pantries. Rats leave larger droppings and heavier noises, often in attics. See our mouse vs rat guide.
How long does it take to get rid of mice?
With proper trapping you’ll usually see a sharp drop within the first week or two, but lasting control depends on sealing entry points. We give you a timeline at the inspection.
Do mice carry disease?
Yes — mice can spread disease through droppings, urine, and contamination of food and surfaces, so safe cleanup and removal matter.
Are mouse baits safe with pets?
We rely on trapping and exclusion and use bait only when appropriate and in tamper-resistant stations, keeping it away from pets and children.
How do mice get inside?
Through gaps as small as a quarter-inch — around pipes, vents, doors, and the foundation. Sealing those is central to keeping them out.
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Mice in the kitchen or garage?
The sooner we start, the smaller the problem. Get a no-cost inspection — call (559) 472-8200 or request it online.