Serving The Greater Boston Area and Providence RI
Tick, Mosquito Control | Secured Environments

Corporate Office:
20 Corporate Park Drive, Suite 150
Pembroke MA 02359

Cambridge, MA Office:
2534 Massachusetts Ave,
Cambridge, MA 02140

Call 888-918-8068

Serving the Greater Boston Area,
South Shore & Providence

Request a Quote!

Rodents Can Damage Electrical Wiring and Insulation in Cooler Months

September 26, 2025

Secured Environments Pest and Wildlife Services - Rodent Control

As the weather cools, rodents such as mice and squirrels begin seeking warm, sheltered spaces to nest—and your home often provides the perfect spot. Unfortunately, their presence isn’t just inconvenient; it can also be dangerous. At Secured Environments Pest and Wildlife Services, we want homeowners to understand how rodents can cause serious damage to electrical wiring and insulation during the fall and winter months.

Why Rodents Target Wiring and Insulation

Rodents have teeth that continuously grow, which means they need to gnaw constantly to keep them from becoming too long. Electrical wiring, insulation, and even structural materials often become their targets. In doing so, they can create hidden damage that leads to costly repairs.

The Risks of Chewed Electrical Wiring

When rodents chew through wiring, they strip away protective coating, leaving live wires exposed. This not only disrupts your electrical system—causing flickering lights, shorts, or outages—but also increases the risk of electrical fires. Many house fires each year are linked to rodent-related wiring damage.

Damage to Insulation

Rodents often burrow into wall, attic, or basement insulation to create nests. As they shred and soil the material, insulation loses its effectiveness, making your home less energy efficient. Over time, this damage can drive up heating bills during the colder months.

Prevention Is Key

The best way to protect your home is to prevent rodents from getting inside in the first place. Sealing entry points, trimming back vegetation near your house, and keeping food properly stored are all important steps. Once rodents are inside, professional removal and exclusion services are the safest, most effective solutions.

Protect Your Home This Season

Don’t wait until you notice the signs of rodent damage. As fall settles in, schedule an inspection with Secured Environments Pest and Wildlife Services. We’ll help safeguard your home against rodents so you can enjoy a warm, worry-free season.

< Go Back to Blog

Have questions or pest problems? Contact us!

Fill out the form below to contact us or schedule a FREE consultation!


First Name*

Last Name*

Email*

Phone

How can we help you?

*are required fields