Seeing one mouse in your kitchen often means there may be more nearby, since mice usually hide inside walls and come out at night searching for food and water.

They can damage food supplies, chew on wires, and leave droppings in hidden areas, so early action is important.

One commonly mentioned home method is the “rice trick,” which mixes dry rice with baking soda as a homemade bait.

The idea is that mice are attracted to carbohydrate-rich foods like rice, making it easier to get them to consume the mixture.

Baking soda is included because it reacts inside the stomach, creating gas that mice cannot easily release.

Some people also mention alternatives like plaster of Paris or salt, though these methods can be risky and less predictable.

Many homeowners prefer safer and more reliable pest control approaches, especially in homes with pets or children, since DIY mixtures can still pose hazards.

For long-term prevention, sealing entry points, storing food properly, cleaning crumbs, and removing water sources are usually the most effective steps to keep mice from returning.