Mouse Control Charleston

Fast, Local Help When Mice Invade Your Home Or Business

Charleston homes often face significant mouse activity due to our unique coastal climate and humidity. Local property owners frequently deal with a persistent mouse problem as these pests seek shelter in crawl spaces and historic foundations. Addressing these rodent concerns early is essential to prevent structural damage and maintain a healthy living environment.

At Apex of Edisto Pest Management, we bring over 20 years of experience to every home we protect. As a family-owned company founded in 1995, we prioritize honest service and the safety of your loved ones. Our highly trained team is dedicated to doing the right thing by providing effective, eco-friendly mouse control Charleston families can rely on.

Call us today at (843) 829-5096, or contact us online for professional mouse control Charleston.

Our Mouse Inspection & Control Process

Not knowing what a mouse control visit involves can make an already stressful situation feel worse. We work to keep our process clear and predictable, so you always understand what we are doing and why. It starts with a conversation, where we listen to what you have been seeing and hearing and schedule a time for an on-site visit, often with a free estimate.

During the inspection, our technicians carefully check the areas where mouse activity is most likely. This typically includes kitchens and pantries, utility rooms, storage spaces, and any places where you have noticed droppings or gnaw marks. We also spend time in attics and crawl spaces, particularly in older homes, because these areas often provide nesting spots and runways for mice. Outside, we look at the foundation, siding, doors, and utility penetrations to find possible entry points.

How We Help Reduce Future Mouse Problems

Stopping the mice you are seeing right now is important, but it is only part of the picture. Mice are drawn to properties that give them food, water, shelter, and easy access. If those conditions remain, new rodents can show up later. That is why our team approaches mouse control through the lens of integrated pest management.

Integrated pest management, or IPM, is a practical way of dealing with pests that looks at the whole property. Instead of relying only on products, we consider how mice are entering, what they are feeding on, and where they are hiding. In many Lowcountry homes and businesses, we find that cluttered storage areas, open food containers, and unsealed gaps around pipes or doors give mice exactly what they need.

After we have addressed active mice, we talk through specific steps that may help reduce future problems. These can include sealing small openings around utility lines, repairing damaged screens, adjusting how food and pet supplies are stored, and improving sanitation in certain areas. For some properties, such as older buildings, properties near heavy vegetation, or businesses that handle food or frequent deliveries, it may make sense to set up a recurring service plan.

Mouse Problems In Charleston’s Coastal Environment

The Lowcountry’s charm comes with some challenges when it comes to mice. Many homes in and around Charleston sit on pier-and-beam foundations or include large crawl spaces. These structures can leave gaps and sheltered areas that mice use to move under and into buildings. Coastal humidity, nearby marshes, and wooded edges around neighborhoods can also support rodent populations that look for warm, dry places when the weather shifts.

Older houses and historic-style properties often have multiple layers of renovations behind their walls and ceilings. Over time, that can leave small openings around plumbing, wiring, and ductwork that are difficult to spot without a careful inspection. Our technicians spend time learning the construction patterns common in this area, which helps them trace how mice are traveling from the outside, through crawl spaces or attics, and into kitchens or storage areas.

What To Do When You See Signs Of Mice

Once you notice droppings, chewed packaging, or scratching sounds, it can be hard to think about anything else. Taking a few simple steps right away can help protect your property and give our technicians a clearer picture when they arrive. You do not have to solve the whole problem on your own, but a little preparation can go a long way.

Here are some useful steps you can take before we arrive:

• Try to note where and when you are seeing or hearing activity, such as late-night noises in a specific wall or droppings in one cabinet. This helps us target our inspection.
• Store open food, including pet food and bird seed, in sturdy containers with tight-fitting lids. Reducing easy food sources can make your property less attractive to mice.
• Pick up clutter from floors in closets, pantries, and storage rooms where practical, so we can access baseboards and corners more easily during our visit.
• If you are comfortable doing so, take a few photos of droppings or damage before cleaning, then clean the area carefully to lower your exposure to contamination.

There are also a few things you should avoid:

• Blocking every visible gap with temporary materials without understanding other entry points. This can sometimes trap mice inside walls or push them into new areas of the building.
• Relying only on store-bought traps or baits without addressing why mice are coming in. These tools can help but usually do not solve the underlying problem by themselves.
• Waiting too long to call for help if you are seeing repeated signs, especially in kitchens, food storage areas, or commercial settings where health expectations are strict.

If you are seeing mice during the day, or if a guest, tenant, or customer reports a sighting, it is a good idea to contact a professional promptly. Our team provides free estimates and offers same-day and emergency appointments when possible, so you can move from worry to a plan of action without unnecessary delay.