This is a seasonal ritual at our house. I hear the mice move in with the cool weather and I get out the mousetraps. A tiny bit of peanut butter in the bait cup and they are caught. If I don't get all of them with the trap the rest seem to move on to safer pastures somewhere else after enough of their buddies have been killed.”

I would like to thank your company for making the "perfect" mouse trap. I have tried at least 20 other trap brands and they have all had various degrees of success, but none work as well as yours. My daughter bought me six (6) of your mouse traps for my birthday and after setting all of these traps around two of our properties, I was amazed at the response. Best traps I have found on the market.”
- Duane Schenck

Within thirty minutes or less of placing the Snap-E® Mousetrap, I had a dead mouse. I used some candy a mouse had eaten into as bait. I am ordering six more. These traps work! I have had about twenty of the old wooden ones sitting out around the house for three week and caught NOTHING!”
- Anne Smith

I'm catching mice every night in my greenhouse with these Snap-E® Mousetraps. They are so easy to set that I don't even flinch any more as I reset them - they never snap while they are being set. I've tried lots of different brands of mousetraps and these are far superior to the rest.”
- Mark Parsons

I love being able to catch multiple mice with one setup. This way I can let it sit for a couple days and catch multiples. The Ketch-All® Multiple Catch Mousetrap is the best mousetrap I've found. I'll be buying several more.”
- David Benn

You guys are great! Just a note to say 'Thank You' for the 2 Metal Lid Replacements for our Mousetraps. A great benefit was when I saw 'Proudly' made in America. That is what America is made of and we need to get back on track with showing the world! Great products, made by great people who back up what they produce! Look out mice... 2 traps back in service. Thank you!”
- Janine Hatt

I have set thousands of these traps while running Thoroughspect and have never found a better trap ever. The traps are exactly what a mousetrap should be in that they are fast-reacting, easy to set and release. In addition, they have a visible yellow bar that can be seen in crawl spaces and attics to see if they have been triggered.
- Brian M. Sweig

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Why Early Fall Is the Best Time to Set Traps and Schedule an Inspection

As the air cools and the days grow shorter, pests are on the move. Early fall marks a critical window for both homeowners and pest management professionals: the moment when rodents and other pests start looking for warm, sheltered places to ride out the colder months. Acting now-before pests get settled-can make all the difference in keeping properties protected through the winter.

Why Fall Matters Most

Rodents such as rats and mice are highly opportunistic. When temperatures drop, they actively seek out garages, basements, warehouses, and other structures for food, water, and shelter. Once inside, they can cause damage, contaminate food, and trigger callbacks for pest professionals.

Industry experts agree that early fall and early spring are two of the most effective times to schedule pest control services and set traps. In the fall, you're cutting off infestations before they take root; in the spring, you're tackling activity before it ramps up with warmer weather.

Trap Placement Tips for Maximum Impact

Whether you're setting traps around a home, a restaurant, or a commercial facility, placement is key. A few simple adjustments can dramatically improve results:

Along Runways: Place traps where rodents naturally travel-along walls, near baseboards, or behind large objects.
Near Entry Points: Set traps close to doors, garage openings, vents, or utility lines where pests may gain entry.
Close to Food Sources: Kitchens, pantries, and storage areas are high-priority zones for both consumers and pros.
Inside Protective Covers: Using professional-grade covers like the Big Snap-E® Rat Trap & Cover helps keep traps secure, discreet, and effective in high-traffic areas.

Maintenance: Consistency Is Everything

Traps aren't a one-and-done solution-especially during peak rodent season. Both consumers and professionals should:

Check traps frequently in the first 48 hours to gauge activity.
Reset and clean traps regularly to maintain peak effectiveness.
Evaluate results and adjust placement as rodent behavior changes.
Reinforce with exclusion measures like sealing cracks, repairing screens, and securing food storage.

Proactive Protection Pays Off

For homeowners, early fall action means fewer unpleasant surprises in the kitchen, garage, or attic. For pest management professionals, it means fewer callbacks, stronger client relationships, and more predictable service schedules.

Bottom line—the earlier you intervene, the better. By setting traps and scheduling treatments in early fall, you stop pests before they make themselves at home-and that's a win for everyone. The Snap-E® and Big Snap-E® traps make this process even easier, with durable, reusable designs and quick-setting mechanisms. Pair with the Big Snap-E Rat Trap & Cover for professional-grade performance without the guesswork.