We’ll let you imagine a terrifying scene: you wake up in the night to drink a glass of water and you see a tiny figure running around… At that moment you know that you have nocturnal visitors and that it is absolutely necessary to eradicate them before they invite their friends over. That’s why we’re giving you a clever tip so that you can quickly scare away these mice, without having to resort to a drastic and expensive trap…
Mice are not always welcome in your home, they cause dirt and disgust and should definitely not be allowed in your home, otherwise they would welcome the infestation… They are looking for a cozy nest and a source of food and that is why they find refuge in your home. Have you tried the sophisticated traps that are supposedly effective in exterminating mice? Don’t even think about it, our advice will only require a plastic bottle… Let’s see how it works!
How to get rid of mice?
As soon as you detect unwanted guests, you become obsessed with getting rid of them. Mice don’t usually make a short visit, especially in autumn and winter, when they are looking for a warm refuge, such as their home.
Professional exterminators are numerous, but they involve costs and sometimes harsh methods. Have you thought about a simple plastic trap to catch those cunning mice that have invaded your home? Interested? Perfect! Let’s start by understanding how to detect their discreet presence in your home…
How do you know if you have a mouse in your apartment or house?
To decide if there is a mouse in a strategic place in your home, rely on the following rodent signs that we will then show you how to react;
- Scratching noises can be heard on the walls and ceiling. This is normal because rodents are nocturnal animals;
- You notice that your clothes are chewed, the mouse may be using them to build its nest;
- You see holes in furniture and cupboards, it is always the nest of the mouse under construction. It is curious to think that these rodents use it to build the pillars of their house…
- You find snacks and spoiled food in the jars, she has to eat, right? Don’t be surprised to find little black pellets that she must have pooped out…
Okay, now that you’re sure you’re not alone at home, let’s move on to natural mouse repellents. Here’s a solution using plastic bottles that’s been a big hit!
How to catch a mouse with the bottle trick?
Instead of using a chemical, we highly recommend the bottle trick, which will quickly eliminate mice without killing or harming them.
To do this, you will first need an empty plastic bottle, a pair of scissors or a knife, two wooden skewers, two small rubber bands, some thread and of course a tempting bait with a strong smell.
Here’s how to do it:
- Cut the plastic bottle about a third of the way down, but not all the way, to use the lid;
- Make four holes on each side of the cut piece and insert the two skewers that you will tie to each side with an elastic band;
- Make a hole in the bottom of the bottle and thread a string through this hole which you will connect to the cork. The length of the string will depend on the length of the bottle so that it can be closed once the rat crosses the entry point;
- At the bottom of the bottle, tie a bait with a pungent smell to the string. Mice like pieces of meat or sausage, cheese, butter… a small piece is enough.
All that remains is to wait for the arrival of the mouse, which will quickly succumb to the smell of food. And voila, once you arrive, once you are stuck! Here is a quick and inexpensive solution that does not torment the mice but scares them away. In addition, this method will also save you from violent traps that risk harming your children or pets.
For further explanations, you will find the details of the procedure in the following video:
