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What should I do if I see a mouse in my apartment?

Confirm signs, protect food, find likely entry points, and know when building-wide pest control is needed.

5-minute guided checkRenter-safety criteria included
Question 1 of up to 3About 5 minutes

Are signs abundant, in several rooms or units, or continuing after service?

What this guide will help you decide

  • Which observable clues separate the likely causes.
  • What a renter can check without disassembly or permanent alteration.
  • Which stop conditions mean maintenance or professional help comes first.
  • Which optional products fit the identified solution—and when no purchase is needed.

Possible results covered by this guide

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