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Baking Soda Trick: Mix equal parts baking soda and flour. Place in small dishes near rodent activity. The gas from baking soda disrupts their digestion.
Predatory Scents: Place used cat litter or dog hair in rodent-prone areas. The scent scares them away.
Peppermint Oil Spray: Mix 10 drops peppermint oil with 1 cup of water. Spray along baseboards and entry points.
Seal Entry Points: Fill small holes with steel wool, then seal with caulk.
Apple Cider Vinegar Spray: Mix with water in equal parts and spray in corners and cracks.
Use Ammonia: Place small containers of ammonia near nesting areas.
Garlic and Bay Leaves: Crush garlic and place it with bay leaves in dark areas. Rodents hate the smell.
Dryer Sheets: Tuck them in cabinets and drawers. The scent repels mice.
Mothballs: Place carefully in attics and basements. Use with caution if pets are present.
Cloves: Scatter whole cloves in kitchen cabinets and under the sink.
Cayenne Pepper: Sprinkle it near doors and windows to irritate rodents’ senses.
Keep Food Sealed: Store food in airtight containers and clean crumbs daily.
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