Mothballs contain a small amount of naphthalene and can be a deterrent in large quantities, however, they aren't powerful enough to get rid of mice and rodents. Using mothballs to deter rodents is more likely to make your home smell bad rather than get rid of mice or prevent mice from entering the home.
What will repel mice?
It is frustrating to have rodent issues at home, but mice can be repelled when you use the following scents.
- Cinnamon.
- Vinegar.
- Dryer Sheets.
- Peppermint Essential Oil.
- Tea Bags (Peppermint is best!)
- Mint Toothpaste.
- Ammonia.
- Cloves and Clove Oil.
Do dryer sheets repel mice?
Do Dryer Sheets Keep Mice Out? ... Dryer sheets don't deter mice. Baited traps won't solve a mouse problem, either.
