Best mouse repellents

Start with Grandpa Gus's Mouse Repellent Pouches. They're the safest bet for most homes: plant-oil sachets you drop in drawers, closets, the garage or under the sink, no bait, no traps, nothing to plug in — and they carry the strongest review record of the bunch.

Who the others suit:

• Sticks and sprays — same idea for bigger areas: sticks for corners and crawlspaces, spray for baseboards, doorways and the car.
• Peppermint repellent packs — if you want a fresh scent and a natural option for cupboards and storage bins.
• Bundles — if mice are in several rooms and you'd rather cover the whole house in one go.
• Press 'N Set trap — for mice already inside; repellents keep them out, traps deal with the ones that got in.

Repellents work best alongside sealing gaps and clearing food sources.