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How to get rid of rodents in the house: 5 useful tips

Maryna Gramovych

How to get rid of rodents in the house: 5 useful tips
Tips to help remove rodents. Source: Pexels

Taking measures to prevent rodents from entering your home is important for maintaining a clean and safe environment. UAportal said that by sealing entry points, maintaining cleanliness, setting traps, and engaging professional services, people can effectively prevent this problem.

Check and seal entry points

Rodents can enter your home through small cracks and holes. Inspect the house and seal all entry points using materials such as steel wool, metal cloth, or caulking.

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Keep your home clean

Keeping your home clean is crucial to preventing rodents from entering your home. Make sure food is stored in airtight containers and clean up crumbs regularly.

Set up traps

Using traps can be an effective way to reduce the rodent population in your home. Place equipped mousetraps or other traps in specific locations, such as along walls or at the entrance to your home. Put peanut butter, chocolate, or seeds in the traps to attract rodents.

Contact a professional pest control service

If you have a severe rodent infestation, you may need the help of professional exterminators. They have the experience and tools to effectively kill rodents in your home. They can also provide recommendations on how to prevent future infestations.

Earlier, we wrote about the main reason why mice enter your home and how to stop them.

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