10 housewife tips against mice – How to keep the rodents away naturally

Why? 
Mice are attracted to easily accessible food. Cardboard boxes and thin plastic bags are easy for them to gnaw through. 

Here's how: 
Store dry foods (such as pasta, cereals, and rice) in glass or hard plastic containers with tight-fitting lids. Also, make sure any food residues in the kitchen are quickly taken care of. 

Why? 
Spices like chili, cayenne pepper, and garlic are examples of intensely scented substances that mice often find unpleasant. 

Here's how: 
Sprinkle a thin layer of chili or garlic powder in corners, under the sink, or other places where mice are believed to pass. Be careful that children or pets do not come into contact with strong spices. 

Why? 
Mint, lemon balm, and rosemary can act as deterrents for mice due to their penetrating scents. 

Here's how: 
Place pots with fresh mint on the windowsill, balcony, or near the front door. You can also place fresh leaves in small bowls near places where you suspect mouse activity. 

Why? 
Mice like untidy spaces where they can hide in debris, paper, and other clutter. 

Here's how: 
Keep basements, storage rooms, and garages tidy. Store items in sealed plastic containers instead of cardboard boxes and vacuum regularly to remove food residues and crumbs. 

Why? 
Mice can squeeze through incredibly small openings, which is often why they get in without you noticing. 

Here's how: 
Inspect the house's facade, foundation, and ventilation openings. Use sealant, steel wool, or metal mesh to block any gaps. This way, you limit the mice's access. 

Why? 
Electronic mouse repellents emit high-frequency sound waves that are irritating to rodents but often inaudible to humans. 

Here's how: 
Place the device in the room where you suspect the most activity. Keep in mind that ultrasound does not pass through walls, so you may need several devices for different spaces. 

Why? 
Mice often hate strong smells, especially peppermint oil and eucalyptus oil. 

Here's how: 
Drop a few drops of the oil on a cotton ball and place it in the corners and crevices where you have seen signs of mice. Replace the cotton balls every week or when the scent fades. 

Why? 
The sour smell of vinegar can be perceived as unpleasant by mice, causing them to move away from the area. 

Here's how: 
Mix water and vinegar in a spray bottle (about 50/50) and spray along walls, under sinks, or around the trash bin. Repeat as needed when the scent starts to fade. 

Why? 
The scent from moth repellents or certain types of strongly scented soap can act as a deterrent for mice. 

Here's how: 
Place soap flakes in small containers or wrap them in pieces of cloth and lay them out where you suspect mouse activity. However, keep in mind that strong chemicals in moth repellents can be unpleasant for humans and pets, so use with caution. 

Why? 
Sometimes scents alone are not enough to keep mice away, especially if they have already established themselves. 

Here's how: 
Use snap traps or live traps in combination with the home remedies. Place them near the areas where you have already spread your scent sources, so the mice are driven away in a certain direction and more easily caught in the trap.