![Pinterest](https://pinterest.com/pin/create/button/?url=https://uknews.evprotec.com/how-to-naturally-deter-mice-from-your-home-this-winter/&media=https://uknews.evprotec.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/11/cj-mice-home.jpg&description=DURING the winter it's more common to find mice in your home, since they're seeking shelter from the cold weather. But these pesky rodents can cause a lot of havoc, so it's important to deter them from entering in the first place. Rodents are more likely to enter your home in the winter, but there' san easy way to deter themCredit: Getty There are a few natural solutions that will keep mice at bay so you have one less thing to worry about this winter. It turns out mice are very sensitive to certain smells and the wrong scent will send them scurrying in the opposite direction. Here are some of the ways you can deter mince this winter: Peppermint oil Not only does peppermint oil smell great for us, it will drive mice away from your home. Experts at Fox Pest Control told Express.co.uk: "Peppermint oil is an effective method for keeping mice and rats away. 'These rodents cannot stand this oil's robust and minty smell, so a few drops around your home can go a long way in keeping them away for good.' Simply dilute the oil before dabbing it in areas where mice might get in, or just leave in a defuser. White vinegar White vinegar is known to be a great cleaning product, but it can also keep mice at bay. The sharp scent drives the pests away, so just soak cotton balls in the liquid and place them in places where rodents could enter your home. Cinnamon A slightly more festive scent, cinnamon either be sprinkles around the home or you can mix cinnamon oil with water to form a handy spray instead. Citronella You might associate this scent with buzzing mosquitos during the summer, but it turns out mice hate the smell too. The pros explained: 'These animals hate the lemon-like smell of citronella, so using it around your home can help to deter them.' The good news is you can buy the scent in many different forms, including candles, oils or even plants. It's importnat to keep food stored properly to keep mice at bayCredit: Getty){kind=link}
DURING the winter it’s more common to find mice in your home, since they’re seeking shelter from the cold weather.
But these pesky rodents can cause a lot of havoc, so it’s important to deter them from entering in the first place.
There are a few natural solutions that will keep mice at bay so you have one less thing to worry about this winter.
It turns out mice are very sensitive to certain smells and the wrong scent will send them scurrying in the opposite direction.
Here are some of the ways you can deter mince this winter: