Mouse & rodent control
Mice Exterminator in Edmonton
Hearing scratching in the walls or finding droppings in the cupboard? We find where mice are getting into your Edmonton home, remove the ones inside, and seal the gaps so the next cold snap doesn't bring a new batch.
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What does a mice exterminator in Edmonton actually do?
A mice exterminator inspects your home to find how mice are getting in, removes the mice already inside with traps or tamper-resistant bait stations, and seals the entry points. Without that last step, the mice come back.
House mice can squeeze through a gap about the width of a pencil. In Edmonton, the usual way in is through the garage: a worn bottom seal on an overhead door, a gap where the garage meets the house, or an unsealed utility line. Other common spots include dryer and furnace vents, gaps around gas and water lines, cracked parging on the foundation, and the space under siding where the house meets the slab.
Rodent control in Edmonton follows the weather. As soon as nights start dropping below zero in September and October, mice that spent the summer in fields, ravines and the North Saskatchewan river valley move toward warmth. Homes that back onto green space in neighbourhoods like Terwillegar, Riverbend, Mill Woods, Clareview and Castle Downs often see the first signs earliest. Acreages around the city see even heavier pressure.
Where mice hide in Edmonton homes
In Edmonton homes, mice usually nest in attached garages, insulated wall cavities, attics, under kitchen appliances and in basement storage, wherever it's warm, quiet and close to food.
Attached garages are the biggest problem in our climate. Garage doors flex in the cold, bottom seals crack, and the wall between the garage and the house is often full of gaps around wiring and the furnace venting. Once inside the garage, mice follow utility lines into the basement and up through wall cavities to the kitchen. In homes with bonus rooms over the garage, we often find nests in the floor insulation.
Acreages and homes backing onto fields have a second challenge: deer mice in outbuildings, sheds and RVs stored for the winter. Deer mice have white bellies and bicolour tails. Treat their nests with extra care because of the hantavirus risk explained below.
Signs you need mouse control
If you see droppings, chewed packaging, nesting material or hear scratching at night, you have an active mouse problem. One mouse almost always means several.
- Droppings along baseboards, in kitchen drawers, under sinks and behind the stove or fridge
- Gnaw marks on food boxes, pet food bags, wiring or the corners of cabinet doors
- Nesting material: shredded paper, fabric or insulation in storage boxes, attics or wall voids
- Scratching or scurrying in walls and ceilings, usually at night
- A musky, stale smell in cupboards or the furnace room
- Pets staring at or pawing at one spot on a wall or appliance
Not sure if it's mice or something else? Our guide to getting rid of mice in Edmonton walks through identification, DIY steps and when to call a professional.
How we get rid of mice
We combine a full inspection, targeted trapping or baiting, and exclusion work. That last step is the one most quick-fix treatments skip.
- InspectionWe check the garage, foundation, siding, vents, attic access, furnace room and kitchen to confirm the species, find nesting areas and mark every entry point.
- Removal inside the homeWe place snap traps in protected spots inside, and tamper-resistant bait stations outside or in garages, positioned away from children and pets. Products are registered with Health Canada's PMRA and applied according to the label.
- ExclusionWe seal gaps around pipes and wires, add or replace door sweeps, and close openings at vents and the foundation using materials mice can't chew through.
- Follow-upWe return to check traps and stations, remove any captured mice, and confirm activity has stopped. If it hasn't, we look for the entry we missed.
Hantavirus and cleaning up mouse droppings safely in Alberta
Deer mice in Alberta can carry hantavirus. Never sweep or vacuum droppings. Wet them down with a bleach solution first, then wipe them up with gloves on.
Alberta Health recommends airing out closed spaces like sheds, cabins and garages for at least 30 minutes before cleaning, wearing rubber gloves, and spraying droppings and nests with a solution of one part household bleach to nine parts water. Let it soak for about 10 minutes, wipe up with paper towels, double-bag the waste and wash your hands well. Deer mice are more common in garages, sheds and acreage outbuildings around Edmonton than in finished living spaces.
When to call us instead: heavy contamination in an attic, crawlspace or cabin, or droppings mixed into insulation, is best handled by a professional with proper protective equipment.
How much does a mice exterminator cost in Edmonton?
Typical market prices for mouse control on an Edmonton home range from about $200 to $600 for a one-time treatment with follow-up. Larger homes, acreages and buildings that need extensive exclusion work cost more.
The biggest factors are the size of the home, how many entry points need sealing, whether the attic or crawlspace is involved, and how many follow-up visits it takes. Commercial and multi-unit buildings are usually quoted as an ongoing program instead. See our Edmonton pest control pricing guide for more detail, or call (780) 262-3335 for an exact quote before any work starts.
How to prepare for your rodent control visit
To prepare, clear access to the areas where you've seen activity, store pet food in sealed containers, and leave the droppings in place so the technician can read the activity.
- Clear access to the furnace room, under sinks and the garage walls
- Move pet food and bird seed into sealed plastic or metal containers
- Don't clean up droppings right before the visit. They show us where the mice are travelling.
- Note where and when you've seen activity, and send photos if you have them
- Keep kids and pets away from any traps or bait stations after the visit
Mice control outside Edmonton
Acreages and newer subdivisions on the city's edge often have the heaviest fall mouse pressure. We provide the same rodent control in St. Albert, Sherwood Park, Spruce Grove and the rest of the Capital Region.
Where we offer mice control
We cover all of Edmonton and these nearby communities: mice control in St. Albert · mice control in Sherwood Park · mice control in Spruce Grove · mice control in Stony Plain · mice control in Leduc · mice control in Beaumont · mice control in Fort Saskatchewan.
Want to read up first? See our guide: How to get rid of mice.
Written and reviewed by the Alberta Pest Services team in Edmonton · Last updated October 2026
Frequently asked questions
How do I know if I have mice in my house?
The most common signs are small dark droppings about the size of a grain of rice, chewed food packaging, shredded paper or insulation, a musky smell in cupboards, and scratching in walls or ceilings at night. In Edmonton these signs usually appear from September onward, when mice move indoors to escape the cold.
How much does a mice exterminator cost in Edmonton?
Typical market prices for a one-time mouse treatment on an Edmonton house range from roughly $200 to $600. The price depends on how many entry points need sealing, the size of the home and how many follow-up visits are needed. Call (780) 262-3335 for an exact quote before any work starts.
Are there rats in Edmonton?
Alberta is officially rat-free and has had a provincial rat control program since 1950. Almost every rodent problem in Edmonton homes is house mice or deer mice. If you believe you have seen a rat, report it to Alberta Agriculture at 310-FARM (3276) so it can be confirmed and removed.
Can mice carry hantavirus in Alberta?
Yes. Deer mice in Alberta can carry hantavirus, which spreads through dust from droppings and urine. Alberta Health advises against sweeping or vacuuming droppings. Ventilate the area, wear gloves, spray droppings with a bleach solution, let it soak, then wipe up and bag the waste.
How long does it take to get rid of mice?
Most Edmonton homes see activity drop within one to three weeks once entry points are sealed and bait stations or traps are in place. Larger or long-running infestations, acreage homes and attached garages can take longer, which is why we book follow-up visits to check activity and adjust.
Will mice come back after treatment?
Mice return when entry points stay open. That is why exclusion work matters: sealing gaps around pipes, dryer vents, garage door seals and foundation cracks. Once those are closed and food sources are secured, the chance of a repeat infestation next fall drops significantly.
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