During the winter months, rodents such as mice and rats remain active and often look for shelter and food.

These agile creatures are able to move even on snow cover and often form groups in search of a cozy and nutritious place, which often becomes residential buildings.

Penetrating even into the smallest cracks, they can become unwanted guests.

Here are some ways to get rid of uninvited neighbors.

Using mothballs is one method of controlling rodents.

Place them in places where you have noticed activity of these animals.

Be careful though, as they can be dangerous to pets.

Peppermint is another effective and pet-safe way to repel rodents.

This natural method can be used both indoors and outdoors.

Soak cotton pads in a few drops of peppermint essential oil and place them in areas where rodents are found. Remember to renew them every seven days.

It is also important to determine the cracks through which rodents enter your home in order to subsequently seal them with polyurethane foam or other means.