If mice or rats are in your home, call Titan Pest & Wildlife. Both of these rodents can be harmful to your family, pets, and home.
Which is worse – mice or rats in your house? The answer is neither! While you may have a personal opinion about which of these rodents is worse, the truth is both of them cause damage and can be dangerous. Having either mice or rats can harm your family’s health and the condition of your home or property.
The Difference Between Mice and Rats
There is a distinct difference between these rodents. One thing to note is that you’ll never have an infestation of mice and rats simultaneously. So if you have signs of rodents in your house, specific details will help you tell them apart.
Mice and rats are both rodents, and they do look similar. However, the most significant difference is their size. Rats are larger and heavier, while mice tend to have smaller slender bodies. Mice have long, thin tails than rats with short, thicker tails.
Which is Worse?
Well, let’s just say that you don’t want either of them infesting your home. Both of these rodents can cause serious problems for your home, pets, and family. When comparing the two, rats are larger and can be more aggressive. They may bite if they feel threatened. And because of their size, a single rat can cause more damage to property than a single mouse.
However, mice are more prolific. You’ll never have a single mouse in your house. A female mouse can have up to 35 babies a year. Also, they can hide and get into more areas of your home because they are smaller.
Neither is good when it comes to the dangers associated with mice and rats. Both are related to many diseases that can be transmitted to humans and pets. Both constantly gnaw, which means they can cause extensive damage to a structure and property. When left unchecked, the damage from a rodent infestation can be severe.
Rodent Pest Control
If you notice signs of mice or rats in your home, garage, attic, basement, or other areas, don’t wait for it to go away on its own. Protecting your home from rodents can be a challenge. Our licensed and certified exterminators are committed to providing our customers with complete pest control solutions.
Many pests require continued treatment. For this reason, we offer residential pest control solutions to meet your schedule and budget. We will review your options and tailor our pest management program to fit your specific requirements and preferences when you call.
