Getting Rid of Mice Safely

How to safely get rid of and clean up after mice, rats and rodents that may carry Hantavirus and other diseases

There is a combined theme to this blog - Safely get rid of mice.  Safety information also applies to rats, and other rodents  that carry fleas and ticks.  Most everyone has their own methods of getting rid of mice, rats, and rodents.  Many times in the rush to say good riddence to unwanted guests, we don't think about the safety issues involved.

This blog is not intended to scare you, but give the reasons behind very important safety guidelines while you work at eliminating the mice problem.  Over time, you will be able to find your answers to any concerns about safely working with a rodent infestation right here.  If I don’t immediately know the answer, I will find it for you.

Safely Getting Rid of Mice will focus on safe clean up, safe disposal of dead mice and debris, and also cleaning product safety.  Please feel free to comment on safety issues, and ask questions.  If you have a personal health story, and would like to share, that this is the place to add your story.

Disclaimer:  I am not a professional exterminator.  This information is based on extensive research that is available to everyone.  It is also based on numerous questions, comments, and reader opinions.  Apply what suits you and your needs.  Just be smart when it comes to safety!
 

2007/11/11

Welcome to Get Rid of Mice Safely

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There is a combined theme to this blog - Safely get rid of mice.  Safety information also applies to rats, and other rodents  that carry fleas and ticks.  Most everyone has their own methods of getting rid of mice, rats, and rodents.  Many times in the rush to say good riddence to unwanted guests, we don't think about the safety issues involved.

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2007/11/8

Safer Clean Up When You Get Rid of Mice


Maybe you got an email about the young man that cleaned a storeroom in Hawaii and was dead in 3 days because he did not safely clean up when getting rid of mice and rat droppings.  According to Snopes.com, the story was a hoax.  

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