Mice are unwelcome guests in any home. They not only spoil food, furniture and things, but can also be carriers of various infections.
How to get rid of mice once and for all? There are several ways to combat these rodents.
Mechanical traps
Mechanical traps are the easiest and cheapest way to get rid of mice. These can be glue traps, pitfalls, cages or electronic traps.
The principle of operation of all these traps is that the mouse gets into them when it tries to eat the bait and cannot get out. When using mechanical traps, you need to consider the following:
- Traps should be set in places where mouse tracks are often visible or their sounds are heard.
- Mice can be baited with cheese, sausage, bread, nuts or other products.
- Traps should be checked regularly and any mice caught should be removed.
- Traps must be disinfected after each use.
Chemicals
Chemicals are poisons for mice that affect their nervous system or blood formation. Mouse poisons can be in the form of grain, powder, paste or liquid. They have an attractive smell and taste for mice, so they eat them with pleasure. When using chemicals, you need to consider the following:
- Mouse poisons should be placed in places inaccessible to children and pets.
- Mouse poisons need to be changed every few days as they lose their effectiveness.
- Mouse poisons can cause poisoning in humans or animals, so if you come into contact with them, you should immediately contact a doctor or veterinarian.
- Mouse poisons can cause mice to die in hard to reach places, which can cause unpleasant odors and the growth of microorganisms.
Preventive measures
Preventive measures are ways to prevent mice from appearing in your home. To do this, you need to follow these rules:
- Store food in tightly sealed glass, metal or plastic containers.
- Remove garbage and food leftovers in special containers with lids.
- Close all cracks and openings in walls, floors and ceilings through which mice can enter.
- Install mosquito nets or grilles on windows and doors.
- Keep the house clean and tidy.
Getting rid of mice forever is not such a difficult task if you approach it comprehensively and use different methods of fighting rodents. The main thing is not to give them a chance to settle in your house and create unfavorable conditions for them.
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