Brilio.net - Rats are often a nuisance animal in the house. Their presence can cause various problems, such as leaving droppings, damaging furniture, and even using up food supplies.
Controlling the rat population is not always easy, especially for those who do not dare to catch them directly. One method that is often used is to give poison. After consuming poison, rats usually die within 1-2 days.
However, using poison also has risks, especially if the rat carcass is hard to find. The pungent odor can spread throughout the room and cause discomfort.
Alternatively, mouse traps can be a more effective solution. No need to buy special traps, just use simple materials or used items at home, as demonstrated by YouTube user Bang Ozieye.
"Making a mouse trap from a used jar," he wrote in the video caption.
The method is to make a hole in the lid of the jar. Instead of using scissors, this netizen uses a soldering iron to make a hole in the lid of the jar.
"This is so that it's quicker for me to use this tool," he said, quoted by brilio.net from YouTube Bang Ozieye on Monday (31/3).
photo: YouTube/Bang Ozieye
Stick the used bottle pieces on the lid of the jar. So that it doesn't come off easily, put hot glue on the lid of the jar.
photo: YouTube/Bang Ozieye
Next, put a thick plastic sheet on the lid of the jar. Instead of using glue, this man attached the plastic using only black duct tape.
"Then tidy it up by cutting the plastic using scissors. Just make it bigger than the size of the bottle, so that the door will be closed when the rats get in," he said.
photo: YouTube/Bang Ozieye
Don't forget to put bait in the jar to lure the mice in. The bait that this man put was fried salted fish head.
"This smell is pungent, it will definitely be effective in attracting mice," he said.
photo: YouTube/Bang Ozieye
After that, put the lid on the body of the jar. Make sure the lid is tightly attached. Then put this trap in an area where mice often pass.
"We put supports on the sides too so that when there are mice, the jar doesn't roll," he explained.
photo: YouTube/Bang Ozieye
After being left for a while, the mouse is attracted to the bait in the trap. Because it has already entered, the mouse can no longer get out of the trap.
Tricks to keep mice away from food.
Maintaining cleanliness in the house, especially in the kitchen area, is the main step to prevent mice from visiting food. Make sure all leftover food is stored in tightly closed containers and do not leave crumbs on the table or floor. Use glass or plastic jars with airtight lids to store dry foods such as rice, flour, and sugar. In addition, the trash can must always be closed and routinely emptied so as not to attract mice.
Cleaning the kitchen area regularly is also very important, especially in hidden corners that are often hiding places for mice. Do not let dirty dishes pile up in the sink because leftover food on the plates can invite mice to come. Using natural fragrances such as bay leaves, lemongrass, or cloves around food storage areas can also help repel mice because of their unpleasant odors.
In addition, closing gaps or holes in walls and floors can prevent mice from entering the house. Make sure ventilation, drainage, and gaps around doors or windows are not entry points for these rodents. If mice continue to appear, setting traps or using natural ingredients such as coffee grounds and chili peppers around the kitchen area can be an additional solution.
(brl/lut)
