Pumpkin Spice and Everything Mice
Fall in Utah County is beautiful; crisp air, golden leaves, pumpkin patches, and the smell of cinnamon rolls in the oven. Unfortunately, you’re not the only one who thinks your home is cozy. Mice love fall too, and when temperatures drop, they start looking for their own version of pumpkin spice: warmth, food, and a comfy place to nest.
Why Mice Move In During Fall
Colder weather: Once nighttime temps dip, mice head indoors. Your walls, attic, and pantry suddenly look like a five-star resort.
Fall baking season: Fresh bread, cookies, dog food, and even bird seed left in the garage, it’s an all-you-can-eat buffet for rodents.
Easy access: A mouse can squeeze through a gap as small as ¼ inch. Think about that while looking at the weatherstrip under your door.
Mice in Utah County: The Local Culprits
The house mouse is the most common invader, but deer mice and field mice also sneak indoors around harvest time.
Mice are nocturnal—so if you hear scratching in the walls while you’re sipping cider at night, that’s not your imagination.
One female mouse can produce multiple litters each year. That “one little mouse” you spotted? She probably brought friends.
Why Controlling Mice Matters
Mice aren’t just annoying. They bring real risks:
Health hazards: Mice can carry hantavirus, Salmonella, and other diseases. Droppings, urine, and nesting materials contaminate food and surfaces.
Damage to your home: They chew wiring, insulation, and drywall—and they don’t stop. Gnawing is in their DNA.
Food waste: A single mouse can spoil more food than it eats, which is especially painful when it’s the holiday baking season.
How Total Annihilation Keeps Mice Out
Here’s how we protect your home so you can enjoy fall without unwanted furry roommates:
Thorough inspection – We find the tiny gaps where mice are sneaking in.
Seal & defend – Close up entry points and block access.
Strategic treatment – Traps and baits, placed where they’ll actually work.
Prevention plan – Ongoing services to make sure once the mice are gone, they stay gone.
Quick Fall Home Tips
While we handle the heavy lifting, here’s how you can make your home less inviting:
Store food (including pet food and bird seed) in sealed containers.
Sweep up crumbs and don’t leave dirty dishes out overnight.
Check weatherstripping and door sweeps for gaps.
Keep firewood and leaf piles away from the foundation.
Keep Fall Cozy, Not Creepy
Your home should smell like pumpkin spice, not mouse droppings. If you’re hearing scratching in the walls or spotting signs of rodents, it’s time to call in reinforcements.
Total Annihilation Pest Control is here to protect your home, your pantry, and your peace of mind this fall.
Because nothing ruins autumn vibes faster than a mouse in your pumpkin pie.
