Why autumn attracts rodents
When temperatures drop, mice, rats, and other rodents begin searching for a warm shelter.
Basements, storage rooms, garages, or suspended ceilings offer them ideal conditions: warmth, protection, and access to food.
Often you only notice them when it's already too late – typical signs are gnaw marks, droppings, or noises in walls and ceilings.
Where mice and rats hide
Rodents are true climbing artists and use even the smallest openings.
The most common entry points include:
- Leaky doors or windows
- Ventilation shafts and pipe penetrations
- Basement shafts and garages
- Cable passages and gaps in masonry or baseboards
A mouse hole doesn't have to be big – just an opening of 6–8 millimeters is enough for them to get through.
Why an infestation should be taken seriously
An infestation of rodents is not only unpleasant but can also bring health and hygiene risks.
Mice and rats transmit pathogens, contaminate food, and can gnaw on electrical wiring – which poses a fire hazard.
In gastronomy and business: Even one sighting obliges action to comply with legal hygiene requirements (HACCP).
This is how you prevent an infestation in autumn
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Seal the building:
Seal cracks, joints, and openings in walls, doors, and pipes. Especially check transitions to the outside regularly. -
Cleanliness in the storage area:
Store food sealed and clean regularly – crumbs and residues are a feast for mice. -
Waste disposal:
Store waste in tightly sealed containers and dispose of it regularly. -
Tidy up storage:
Old boxes, textiles, or insulation material are popular nesting sites – so check regularly. -
Early detection through monitoring:
Use bait stations or snap traps for monitoring to detect early signs of activity.
Our product recommendation
If you already notice signs of rodents, targeted action is required.
Professional snap traps or live traps help to quickly and chemical-free contain the population – clean, effective, and safe.
👉 Our recommendation:
Kness Ketch-All automatic reusable mouse trap → Live trap Kness Ketch-All
Catchmaster 621P snap traps (12 pieces) → Catchmaster 621P Snap Traps
Catchmaster mouse snap trap → Catchmaster Mause Schlagfalle
Conclusion
Mice and rats seek shelter in autumn – and often find it in the basement, storage, or kitchen.
With simple preventive measures, regular inspections, and professional products, you can make your home or business sustainably rodent-proof.
