- pipes
- Behind kitchen cabinets
- Around doors and windows
- Near vents
- Along the foundation
- Around utility lines
- Inside garages and storage areas
Seal suitable gaps with durable materials. For larger openings, repairs may require stronger materials or professional assistance.
Don’t assume a tiny hole is too small to matter.
2. Keep Food Properly Sealed
An easily accessible food source can make your home more attractive to mice.
Keep food in tightly closed containers rather than leaving packages open in cupboards or on countertops.
Pay particular attention to:
- Cereal
- Rice
- Flour
- Pasta
- Pet food
- Nuts
- Seeds
- Snacks
Cardboard and thin plastic packaging may not provide much protection from determined rodents.
After preparing food, wipe down counters and clean up crumbs rather than leaving them overnight.
3. Don’t Forget Pet Food
Pet food is easy to overlook.
If you leave bowls of dry food out for long periods, mice may have a convenient
