RodentsJuly 14, 2026Operations team
Mice in residential compounds: where they get in and how to seal the gaps
Mice do not break through walls, they come in through gaps the building already has. Knowing these points is the first step to solving the problem for good.
Where do they get in?
The most common entry points in residential compounds are under external exit doors, the AC and drain pipe openings through the outer wall, and electricity and water meter openings. These gaps look small but are more than enough for a mouse.
How do you seal these gaps?
Insulating foam alone is not enough, mice chew through it within two weeks. The right fix is fine steel mesh set with mortar or cement filler, plus rubber door sweeps to close the gap underneath.
What comes after sealing?
Once the gaps are sealed, traps go inside the building and bait stays outside the perimeter only, away from where residents are. Starting with bait before sealing is a common mistake, mice simply come back through the same gaps with the first change in weather and the problem starts over.
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