Try this to keep out mice.

1. scent will discourage them from sticking around.

Bonus: You can harvest fresh peppermint leaves to use in teas, desserts, and savory dishes.

2. Spray Peppermint Oil
   If you prefer not to fill your
3. 2. 2. home with plants, peppermint essential oil is a convenient alternative.

    

   How to use it:

   Dilute a few drops of peppermint essential oil with water in a spray bottle.

   Spray along baseboards, in corners, near entry points, and in dark spaces.

   Reapply regularly, as the scent fades over time.

   A gentle caution: If you have pets or small children, use peppermint oil with care. It can be toxic in high doses, so keep the bottle out of reach and limit access to sprayed areas.

    

   Other Natural Scents That Repel Mice
   Mice

4. are sensitive to strong odors. Along with peppermint, these household scents can help deter them:Scent How to Use
   Vinegar Spray diluted vinegar in entry areas