Mice in the kitchen: how to get rid of them
Updated 22 October 2026 · By the MintGuard team
Quick answer
Clean up food and crumbs, store food in sealed containers, seal gaps behind the cooker, fridge and sink, and put a MintGuard ball at each gap. Clear any mice already there with humane traps or a pest controller.
The kitchen is where most people first spot signs of mice, because that's where the food is.
Where mice get into kitchens
- Gaps around pipes under the sink
- Behind the cooker, fridge, dishwasher and washing machine
- Under kickboards beneath kitchen units
- Gaps where gas and water pipes come through the wall
Cleaning up after mice
Wear gloves. Spray droppings with disinfectant before wiping them up (don't sweep or vacuum dry droppings), throw away any nibbled food and wash surfaces thoroughly.
Keeping mice out of the kitchen
- Store cereal, flour, rice and pet food in sealed containers
- Clean under the toaster, cooker and kickboards
- Seal gaps with wire wool and filler
- Put MintGuard balls behind appliances and under the sink, away from food surfaces
Common questions
Is it safe to use MintGuard in the kitchen?
Yes, placed behind appliances and under the sink, away from food preparation surfaces and out of reach of children and pets.
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Written by the MintGuard team
Last checked 22 October 2026. Plain, practical advice for UK homes. For a serious or ongoing infestation, contact your local council pest service or a qualified pest controller. Keep all repellents out of reach of children and pets.
