Keep rats and mice out of your home with 55p vegetable recommended by experts

dailyrecord.co.uk:

January marks the beginning of rodent season, as this time of year sees an influx of mice and rats in UK homes, seeking shelter from the cold winter weather.Rather than invest in toxic chemicals to kill the pests, there are certain natural steps you can take to keep them away.

According to experts, one vegetable that repels rather than entices the pet is the humble garlic clove.Leaving them to fester in homes can result in chewed electrical wires, property damage and an increased chance of catching any diseases they carry.

So it's important to tackle the problem head on before it worsens.Nic Shacklock, from Online-Bedrooms.co.uk, said: “The last thing anybody wants to do is wake up in the morning and spot a long-tailed rat scurrying across the floor.

January and early February is when prime rodent season is in full effect, which is why we wanted to offer eight effective, yet harm-free ways to prevent their presence."Rodents are particularly sensitive to strong odours, as they can hinder their breathing.