When most people think of mouse traps, they envision the traditional snap traps which must be set and baited. While this is still an effective option many people choose to go a different route. The glue or adhesive mouse trap has become one of the most popular rodent tools, especially for residential use. Comparing the benefits and drawbacks is a great way to determine if the adhesive traps should be considered one of the best rodent tools available.
The first benefit of this type of trap is they are easy to use. The simple design features a glue board or glue trap which is a flat surface coated with an adhesive. When the mouse touches the glue, it is immediately trapped and immobilized. This eliminates the risk damaging the trap trying to set it or of the mouse stealing the bait away. Additionally, since no poison is used there is no risk of inadvertent poisoning of small
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The second benefit is they are economical. The simplicity of the glue trap makes it one of the most economical ways to trapping unwanted rodents. They are often less expensive than more complicated alternatives without sacrificing effectiveness. It has also been shown effective for use against other pests such as scorpions and spiders. Larger traps have even been known to capture snakes.
The third option is they are disposable. The ability to easily dispose of the trap and mouse once it is caught is often not considered until disposal time. The sticky mouse trap features one of the easiest disposal options of all rodent tools. It is important to note that there is a chance the mouse may still be alive when discovered.
The final benefit is cleanliness. Adhesive traps use glues made from natural or synthetic substances which are non-toxic to humans and sometimes non-toxic to animals as well. This is especially important in a residential setting with small children or pets. An overlooked cleanliness benefit is the adhesive also captures any mites which may be traveling on the mice, essentially eliminating two pests at once.
There are a few drawbacks to using an adhesive trap to consider. The first drawback is the mouse may still be alive when discovered. As a result, homeowners will either need to throw the trap and mouse away together or manually kill the mouse. While killing the mouse while immobilize is simple, many people find it off-putting. The second drawback is the trap either needs to be placed where mice often travel or will need to be baited.