About mice in Essex homes
Mice can squeeze through gaps the width of a pen, so terraces, conversions and blocks of flats with shared voids are easy for them to move between. They breed quickly and leave droppings and urine wherever they run.
Signs of mice
- Small, dark droppings (3–6mm) in cupboards, drawers or under the sink
- Nibbled food packets, cereal boxes or pet food
- Scratching in walls or ceilings, especially at night
- Shredded paper or fabric used for nests
- A musty smell in cupboards or under kitchen units
How we treat mice
- Inspection to find activity, nesting areas and entry points
- Safe, targeted baiting or trapping in enclosed stations
- Follow-up visits to monitor and remove
- We offer free advice on proofing and prevention, and an affordable proofing service to block gaps and entry points
Mice Control prices
Mice Control
Gets rid of the mice in your home
Treatment includes a 3-month guarantee.
Mouse Proofing
Stops mice getting back in
We seal the gaps around pipes, under kickboards, cable runs and floor voids that mice use to move in and out.
Book either service on its own, or book both together and save £100.
No VAT to add: the price you see is the price you pay.
Mouse treatment + proofing package
Book mouse control and mouse proofing together and save £100, with a 3-month guarantee included. If mice get back in within 3 months, we'll come back and sort it.
🎉 £50 off a second pest treatment on the same visit
Need two different pests treated? When both treatments are carried out on the same visit, you save £50 on the second one.
Quote code TWOPESTS when you book.
Mice Control: 5 frequently asked questions
Why do I have mice in my flat?
Mice travel between flats through shared walls, floor voids and service risers. Treating your home and sealing entry points is the fastest way to stop them.
How quickly will the mice be gone?
Most homes see a big drop in activity within a week and are clear within 2–3 weeks.
Do you offer proofing?
Yes. We can fill and seal the gaps mice are using with wire wool, mesh and sealant.
Is there a guarantee?
Yes. Our treatment comes with a 3-month guarantee, whether you book it on its own or as part of the treatment + proofing package. If mice come back within 3 months, call us and we'll come back and sort it.
Can I use my own traps as well?
It's best not to. Extra traps or shop-bought poison can interfere with our treatment. Tell us what you've already tried and we'll advise.
Dangers of mice: 5 reasons to get them treated
- Mouse droppings and urine can spread bacteria that cause food poisoning, such as salmonella.
- Mice contaminate food and surfaces wherever they run.
- They gnaw through electrical cables, which can cause fires.
- Mouse urine contains allergens that can trigger asthma, especially in children.
- They breed fast and move easily between flats and neighbouring houses.
5 interesting facts about mice
- A mouse can squeeze through a gap about the width of a pencil.
- A female mouse can have up to 10 litters a year.
- One mouse can leave dozens of droppings in a single night.
- Mice are excellent climbers and can run up rough walls.
- Mice have poor eyesight and use their whiskers to feel their way along walls, which is why they run along skirting boards.
Mice Control near you
We provide mouse control across Essex. Choose your town for local information:
- Mice Control Barking
- Mice Control Basildon
- Mice Control Benfleet
- Mice Control Billericay
- Mice Control Braintree
- Mice Control Brentwood
- Mice Control Canvey Island
- Mice Control Chelmsford
- Mice Control Chigwell
- Mice Control Clacton-on-Sea
- Mice Control Colchester
- Mice Control Dagenham
- Mice Control Epping
- Mice Control Grays
- Mice Control Great Dunmow
- Mice Control Halstead
- Mice Control Harlow
- Mice Control Hockley
- Mice Control Hornchurch
- Mice Control Ingatestone
- Mice Control Leigh-on-Sea
- Mice Control Loughton
- Mice Control Maldon
- Mice Control Rochford
- Mice Control Romford
- Mice Control Saffron Walden
- Mice Control South Woodham Ferrers
- Mice Control Southend-on-Sea
- Mice Control Stanford-le-Hope
- Mice Control Thurrock
- Mice Control Upminster
- Mice Control Waltham Abbey
- Mice Control Westcliff-on-Sea
- Mice Control Wickford
- Mice Control Witham
- Mice Control Woodford Green
Mice Control advice and guides
How to Know if You Have Mice: Signs to Look For
Small droppings, nibbled packets, scratching and a musty smell are the usual clues. Here is what to look for and where.
Read the guide →Mice ControlHow to Get Rid of Mice: What Works and What Does Not
Peppermint, ultrasonic plugs and rubbish traps often fail. Here is what usually helps, and when to call in a professional.
Read the guide →Mice ControlWhere Are Mice Getting In? Common Entry Points
Mice only need a very small gap. These are the common entry points around pipes, doors, vents and the roof, and how to check.
Read the guide →Mice ControlMice in the Kitchen: Food Safety and What to Do
Mice in the kitchen are a food safety problem first and a nuisance second. Here is what to throw away, how to clean up safely and how to stop them returning.
Read the guide →Mice ControlDIY or Professional Mice Control: Which Makes Sense?
DIY mouse control suits a single mouse caught early. Here is where it works, where it falls short and the signs it is time to call a professional.
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