The answer to 'types of rodent' is that the most common types of rodents that can infest homes are mice, rats, and squirrels. Mice are small with pointed snouts and large ears, while rats are larger with blunt snouts and smaller ears. Squirrels are bushy-tailed rodents that often nest in attics or walls. All of these rodents can cause damage by chewing through walls, insulation, and wiring, and they can also spread diseases like salmonella and hantavirus.
Rodents typically enter homes in search of food, water, and shelter. They are excellent climbers and can squeeze through very small openings. Signs of a rodent infestation include droppings, gnaw marks, nests, and sounds of scurrying or scratching in the walls or attic.