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...that's not to say that the humane traps don't work. They do. They are just more finicky than the more traditional traps.
3) The old-fashioned "snap traps" are good, though they can take a little effort to set correctly. 212210 already hit the key points.
4) While some people question how humane they are, I find the glue traps to be very effective in that they are much harder for the mice to steal bait from. I use them personally, but I also check them very frequently to prevent undue suffering on the part of the mouse.
...but most importantly, once you get rid of the mice, you need to fix the underlying problem, which is how did the mice get in, and why are they there in the first place.
You need to make sure that there are no gaps in the construction of the house which could be letting the mice in. Be very thourough in your search as mice can squeeze through very small openings.
Also, make sure that your food is stored in tightly sealed containers and there are not any food bits lying about. Keep the area fastidiously clean, and there will be nothing there to attract the mice. If they are getting into bags and boxes by gnawing, then put that food inside sturdy outer containers. Glass or ceramic jars (such mason jars) are mouse-proof. Plastic containers aren't as good, but they are better than nothing. Other foods can be kept in the fridge or freezer.
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