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Do Mothballs Keep Mice Away?

To keep mice away naturally, start by raiding your spice cabinet for strong-smelling spices, which can act as natural ...
Mothballs are most effective at deterring clothes moths and their larvae. Beyond clothes moths, mothballs do not repel most pests and animals. To use mothballs safely and effectively, always store ...
Mothballs only help prevent spiders by keeping one of their food sources (moths) away. Here's how experts actually recommend ...
Mothballs are ineffective at repelling mice. Using mothballs outdoors can harm the environment. Seal gaps and use traps to effectively deter mice. Mothballs emit a strong, unpleasant odor, but they ...