Check entry gaps and stored food before winter. Inspect parked cars for signs too.
Inspect the bottom edge and both corners with the garage door closed. Replace damaged seals.
Repair suitable pipe and cable gaps with durable materials. Preserve required ventilation.
Secure birdseed, pet food and grass seed. Clear spills from shelves and floors.
Organize storage on shelves so fresh signs are easier to spot.
Follow trap instructions. Keep children and pets away, and check traps daily.
Use CDC wet-cleaning steps for droppings. Keep inspecting after the first quiet night.