Keep rats and mice out. Naturally.
Natural mouse & rat repellent for UK homes
No poison around your pets. No traps to empty. Just 12 peppermint balls placed once, protecting your home for 30 to 60 days.
From £27.25 per pack · 90-day money-back · Tracked UK delivery
- No poison, no traps
- Lasts 30 to 60 days
- No plug needed
- 90-day money-back
- Tracked UK delivery
- Secure Shopify checkout
What's happening in your home?
Pick your situation for the right advice.
3 steps to a rodent-free home
- 1
Find their routes
Droppings, gnaw marks and scratching show you where they travel.
- 2
Place the balls
Put MintGuard along walls, behind appliances and in quiet corners.
- 3
Seal and relax
Block gaps, store food, and replace every 30 to 60 days.
Use it where mice and rats hide
No plug, no wires, so it goes where plug-in repellers can't.
Kitchen
Behind the cooker and under the plinth
Loft
Along the beams and by the hatch
Garage
Corners, shelves and door gaps
Car
Inside the cabin and boot
Shed
Near stored seed and tools
Why peppermint works as a natural rodent repellent
Mice and rats depend on their sense of smell to find food and safe routes. A strong peppermint scent masks those signals and makes a space uncomfortable, so they move on instead of settling.
The catch with DIY peppermint oil is that it fades in days. MintGuard balls are made to release scent slowly for 30 to 60 days, right where rodents travel.
Read: does peppermint really work? →
How many packs do I need?
Each pack has 12 peppermint balls. Most homes choose 2.
Peace of mind for homes with pets and children
Poison can harm dogs, cats and wildlife, and leaves rodents dying in your walls. MintGuard uses scent, so mice and rats simply move on.
Backed by a 90-day money-back guarantee from the official shop.
Natural repellent vs poison, traps and plug-ins
| MintGuard | Poison | Traps | Plug-in ultrasonic | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| No poison | ||||
| No dead rodents to deal with | ||||
| Works without a plug socket | ||||
| Reaches behind appliances & lofts | ||||
| Nothing to check or empty |
Questions before you buy
Is MintGuard safe to use around pets and children?+
MintGuard contains no poison and no traps. As with any product, follow the pack instructions and place it out of reach of pets and children.
How many packs do I need?+
One pack (12 balls) suits a flat or a single problem area. Most houses use 2 packs; add a third for the loft or garage, and a fourth for the car.
How long does it last?+
Each placement lasts around 30 to 60 days, depending on airflow and temperature. Replace it before the scent fades.
Does it work on rats as well as mice?+
Yes, both rely on smell, and MintGuard is used against mice and rats. Heavy rat activity should also be checked by a professional.
Where should I put the balls?+
Along walls and routes where you've seen droppings: behind the cooker and fridge, kitchen plinths, the loft hatch and beams, garages, sheds and cars.
How is it better than peppermint oil on cotton wool?+
Oil on cotton wool fades in days. MintGuard balls are made to release scent slowly for weeks, so there's less topping up.
What if it doesn't work for me?+
Orders from the official shop come with a 90-day money-back guarantee.
How fast is delivery?+
Orders from mintguard.co.uk are sent with tracked UK delivery. Delivery cost is shown at checkout.
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