Rodents are highly adaptable creatures that thrive in almost any habitat where food and water are available. Due to their diminutive size, they pose a challenge in home exclusion efforts. Rats can infiltrate indoors through openings as small as a quarter, while mice can exploit gaps as tiny as a dime to gain entry.

Rodents, known for their rapid breeding habits, often reproduce year-round, maintaining their populations through constant reproduction. Female rodents emit pheromones to attract males, leading to mating encounters where females typically produce between five and eight offspring. However, under high-stress conditions such as famine, females may resort to consuming their young. The newborn mice are initially blind, deaf, and hairless, but within three days, pigmentation and fur development begin. By days 10 to 14, their eyes open, and they become mobile, transitioning to solid foods. Weaning typically occurs between 21 to 28 days, with mice reaching reproductive maturity by days 28 to 35, although some individuals may breed as early as six weeks. The average lifespan of mice is approximately one year.

Rodents, renowned for their adaptability, pose significant challenges in extermination efforts due to their resilience. Infestations can lead to substantial damage in buildings and agriculture, as well as the spread of diseases harmful to humans. Rats and mice, particularly destructive in agricultural settings, consume seeds and grains, while their excrement and urine can contaminate surfaces. Collaborative actions among neighbors can be highly effective in preventing infestations, with coordinated efforts such as cleaning and landscape adjustments proving beneficial within apartment complexes and neighborhoods. Individually, homes can be fortified against rodents by identifying and sealing potential entry points. However, addressing existing infestations often requires tailored professional solutions to safeguard homes, gardens, and health effectively.