How To Catch A Mouse | Do-It-Yourself Pest Control

Multiple Mouse Traps

Multiple mice traps catch multiple mice. These traps are known as "curiosity traps." There are two types; the wind up traps like Ketch All and the low profile traps like Tin Cat or Repeater Mice Traps.

Many low profile types can be used as live/humane traps if used without glue boards. The wind-up style may stun the mice as it flips it over into a holding chamber after it steps on the spring-loaded platform. The low profile type works via the trap door. As they enter the trap door, they can not escape. The low profile type allows you to place them under pallets and equipment, as well as suspended ceilings.

Some multiple mice traps have solid tops, and other types have see-thru tops for easy inspection. Metal traps are prone to rusting unless they are galvanized.

Carefully inspect metal traps for dents or warps, so the mice will not escape. The Trapper 24/7 is made of impact-resistant material, a durable plastic.

The Trapper 24/7, Repeater, and Tin Cat may all be used with glue boards or without glue boards. If used without glue boards, and you want them to function as a humane trap, inspect the traps frequently to let out the mice.

These traps rely upon the mouse's curiosity. They like to investigate new holes and harborages they encounter in their travels. As one enters the hole one the trap, other mice want to follow. Captured mice attract other mice. Once the mice are trapped inside, they die due to loss of body heat or food deprivation. The amount of time it takes for mice to die depends on surrounding temperatures or if other mice are also captured (that they may use for food).

The multiple mouse traps are used widely in warehouses, commercial buildings, and the food industry. Large numbers of multiple mouse traps are used in commercial establishments. In commercial settings, they should be placed in areas of high or continual mouse activity and locations that have a potential for mice entry, such as nearby exterior doors. These exterior placed traps should be kept from dust, dirt, and elements. The clear top Tin Cat would not be a good choice outside because sunlight will damage the clear lid. Most commercial food and pharmaceutical plants check their traps on a weekly basis.