How to permanently remove rats from the house without poison and traps: life hack

With the arrival of cold weather, rodents are looking for a cozy place with food to settle down. But before you use aggressive chemicals or mechanical traps, it's worth trying a simpler option.

Rats avoid danger by relying on their keen sense of smell to compensate for their poor eyesight. So, natural remedies with a strong odor can scare away rodents from your home, OBOZ.UA writes.

Experts shared three smells that scare them away.

Peppermint

Peppermint oil is a highly effective rodent repellent, as they do not like its smell.

The powerful aroma of peppermint oil and similar essential oils can irritate the sensitive sense of smell of rodents.

To use peppermint oil effectively, soak cotton balls or napkins in it and scatter the infused items near entrances to your home, such as windows or doors.

Cinnamon

With the onset of cold weather, cinnamon-scented candles are becoming increasingly popular. This calming scent is also strong enough to deter rats from entering your home or garden.

The strong, spicy scent of cinnamon can overwhelm a rodent's strong sense of smell.

To deter rodents, place cinnamon candles or sticks around your home or soak cotton balls in cinnamon oil.

Vinegar

Vinegar is a versatile household product that serves not only as a natural cleaning solution but also as a rodent repellent.

The pungent, acrid smell of vinegar solution can make pests avoid areas where it is used.

To create a homemade solution, mix vinegar and water in an empty spray bottle and spray in places where rodents may be present.

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