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Where do rats live?
Rats and mice aren’t predisposed to living inside your home or business. In fact, most rodents live and nest outdoors but come inside for food and shelter. If you think you have a rodent problem, you’re likely wondering where exactly they’re nesting. The most common rodent nesting sites inside or outside your property include:
- Attics
- Cavity walls
- Under eaves
- Basements or cellars
- Beneath concrete slabs
- Behind appliances
- Sheds or garages
- Gardens
Where do Rats & Mice Live Outdoors?
Most species of rats and mice prefer to live and nest outdoors. Norway rats are burrowers that will build nests in vegetation, along patios, and more. Roof rats are known to nest in trees and on rooflines. Deer mice have a wide range of habitats, often in open fields, forests, or even deserts. Rodent nests can be found in many places, including beneath decks, in tree cavities, under rocks or stumps, and more.
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Where Do Rats & Mice Nest Inside?
If rats or mice make their way inside your home, there are a few key areas they tend to target. Rodents will use any material they can find to create their nests, making many rooms in your property vulnerable to their activity.
- Rats: Norway rats are known to burrow beneath the very foundation of your home, and are thus found in basements, crawl spaces, and more. Roof rats, however, prefer to live in higher areas of a property, including inside of wall voids or inside attics and chimneys.
- Mice: House & deer mice alike will seek out dark, undisturbed places in the home to nest. With their small size, they can nest in rooms, inside of furniture, and even behind warm appliances in your kitchen or basement.
Locating Rodents In Your Home
If you start to notice the signs of rodents inside your property—hearing noises in your walls, noticing droppings, etc.—it’s best to get a professional rodent exterminator on the job. Because nests can be hazardous, always proceed with caution when attempting to locate rats or mice that may be nesting inside your home or business.