There are several ways to kill mice, including traps, bait stations, and repellents. Here are some of the most common methods:
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Snap Traps: Classic snap traps are commonly used to kill mice within homes. These traps should be set flush to walls, with the trigger plates facing the wall. When the mouse takes the bait, the trap snaps shut, killing the mouse instantly.
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Glue Boards: Glue boards may be effective in catching mice. If placed properly, the mice should become caught in the glue and unable to free themselves. Ultimately, the mice die of hypothermia.
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Bait Stations: Bait stations, or rodenticides, are sealed packets containing meal or pellets. They are typically sold with bait stations that securely contain the poison. The mice feed on this bait and die. While helpful in getting rid of mice, using them at home is not the best way to kill mice in the house. These products are best handled by trained pest management professionals to ensure the safety of you, your children, and your pets.
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Peppermint Oil: Mice and other rodents hate the smell of peppermint oil. The spray contains a mix of peppermint oil, water, glycerin, and dish soap. Spray it around the perimeter of your home, focusing on areas where mice are likely to enter.
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Cocoa Powder and Plaster of Paris: Mix a tablespoon of cocoa powder with plaster of Paris and place them around the common runways of mice. Cocoa powder attracts mice so they eat the mixture, and the plaster of Paris hardens in their stomachs, killing them.
Its important to note that rodent baits can be poisonous to humans and house pets and may be unknowingly ingested by small children if not applied correctly and according to the label. Serious infestations require the professional services of pest control experts.
