All Forum Posts by: Tim Richter

@JD Martin the price does include sealing any possible entry point. It also includes a year guarantee to be mouse free and an option to renew that guarantee for additional years for only $199/year. The upfront cost seems excessive though. Thanks for your input.

Thanks @Bill Ward.

This sounds pretty good. Especially if I’m not the one getting the calls. I think this is what they would do once they do the initial perimeter sealing. Which would be great.

Thanks for your response @Jonathan Styer

I’ve been thinking about this. I’ll be honest I’m no pest removal expert. I’ve made attempts at sealing the perimeter, but it’s not exactly a steel curtain. But again I appreciate your input. It’s certainly something I’m considering

Hi everyone!

I’ve been owning my first multi family for just over a year now. My girlfriend and I live in the upstairs unit and we have a tenant in the downstairs unit paying rent.

Throughout their tenancy I’ve received complaints regarding mice. Speaking with neighbors, this is a common problem in our area. Upon inspection of my tenants apartment it’s obvious why the mice like it there. Common clutter and food is in easy to reach spots for mice. I’ve spoken with her about this, but old habits die hard as they say. I’ve attempted to seal the perimeter of the house and given her traps to put down, but the problem persists.

So, I decided enough is enough, I’ll hire an exterminator. I’ve called a couple places for quotes and was a little surprised after receiving our first quote. $3850.00!!! It does come with a one year guarantee and the option to buy annual warranties for relatively cheap.

My question is what do you do when mice or rats are in your units? Do you bite the bullet and pay a professional or are there other strategies that you use?

Thanks for your responses!

Tim

@Robert D Dismukes love the ideas! Thanks for your response!

@Ken Nyczaj good advice! I’m just starting out so my team is still in the building process. But bouncing ideas around can be very helpful. Thanks for your response!

@Alexander Szikla agreed! A little meditation goes a long way. Thanks for your post!

@Jack Bobeck that’s some really important advice. I hadn’t really thought that I could become the my stress, but I suppose it’s true. I agree also that one needs to find an outlet or they will become consumed. Thanks for the post!

@Lena Oeun very helpful! Thanks. Actually some of what you described is sort of why I started this whole thread!

@Chris Elliott thanks for your response! I agree we need to control our feelings and take action.