Mice and rats will ‘keep away’ from properties for good with one merchandise they ‘worry’
Rats and mice are highly sensitive to smell due to their poor vision, which necessitates heightened other senses for survival. To deter these pests, households should utilise strong scents that will “overpower” their olfactory sense.
Pest control experts at Eliminated LTD have revealed several odours that rats and mice detest to ensure they “stay away”.
From lavender to citrus oil here are the best ways to keep mice away from your home and keep those pesky rodents at bay.
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Lavender
Mice and rats “hate the smell of lavender”. Therefore, using a lavender-scented spray or even better, cultivating a lavender plant can naturally repel them from your home.
Alternatively, you could concoct your own solution by mixing a quarter to half a cup of flowers with one-quarter cup of water in a spray bottle to deter mice from your home, reports the Express.
Shake well before each use, then spray surfaces in affected areas until wet but not dripping with the solution. Refresh this solution monthly to maintain its freshness and effectiveness at keeping mice at bay.
Citrus oil
Rats and mice despise citrus oil smells because they contain limonene, a compound found in lemons, oranges, and grapefruits.
Limonene is also present in many cleaning products such as soaps, detergents, and disinfectants. This chemical gives these products their fresh and clean scent when used around your house.
Citrus oils like lemon and orange are also “very effective at keeping rats and mice away” from an area or object.
However, due to the potency of citrus oils, they should be used sparingly or diluted with water before being applied to an area or object that requires treatment.
Peppermint oil
Peppermint oil is “effective” at deterring rats and mice as they are repelled by the smell of menthol.
When mice encounter the scent of this essential oil, they “associate it with danger and fear”. Consequently, they’ll “avoid areas” where it’s present or attempt to “stay away from it” as much as possible.
This is one of the most frequently used ingredients in homemade mouse repellents. The strong aroma is enough to keep mice away from a specific area or object.
Simply put a few drops on cotton balls and place them in areas where mice are likely to hide.
Chilli powder
Chilli powder is another excellent choice for creating homemade rat repellents as it’s “inexpensive and easy to obtain at most grocery stores”.
You’ll need approximately two tablespoons of chilli powder per litre of water before adding it to your spray bottle or hand sanitiser container.
The experts stated: “This is an effective home remedy for getting rid of mice because it smells terrible to them and they won’t stay around long enough for their sense of smell to become accustomed to it.”
Simply sprinkle some chilli powder in areas where you suspect there may be mice, such as behind cupboards or under furniture.
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