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Mouse Activity Around Kitchen Cupboards in LS6
Small droppings and night-time cupboard noise were traced to pipe gaps and movement behind kitchen units.
Property
Rented back-to-back terrace with a compact kitchen.
How they found us
Landlord referral after repeated tenant reports.
Service
Mouse Control
The Problem
- Tenant reported droppings under the sink and behind food storage.
- Scratching was heard around the kitchen wall at night.
- The landlord had sealed one visible gap, but activity continued.
What I Found
- Several pipe penetrations had not been sealed behind the kitchen units.
- Mice were travelling along the rear service void.
- Food packaging had been disturbed in a low cupboard.
What I Did
- Mapped the movement route around kitchen units and service pipes.
- Placed controlled treatment points away from normal kitchen use.
- Proofed reachable pipe gaps and advised on remaining joinery access.
- Gave the tenant clear storage and cleaning advice during the treatment window.
Timeline
Day 1
Inspection, treatment placement and first proofing work.
Day 7
Activity had dropped and proofing was extended around pipework.
Day 14
No fresh droppings found during final checks.
Outcome
- The tenant stopped hearing activity at night.
- The landlord had a clear list of remaining prevention points.
- Food storage areas were returned to normal use.
Evidence Recorded
- Pipe gaps behind kitchen units.
- Dropping pattern beneath the sink.
- Proofed service penetrations.
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