What to Do If You’ve Found Mice in Your Vehicle

As temperatures drop, many of us aren’t the only ones looking for warmth — mice are too. Unfortunately, your vehicle can seem like the perfect winter getaway for them: insulated, quiet, and often filled with little crumbs or nesting materials.

Here’s what to do if you’ve discovered uninvited guests in your car, plus some easy steps to deter them.

If you’ve noticed droppings, chewed wiring, shredded material in the glove box, or a strong odor coming through the vents, it’s time to act quickly.

Step 1: Visit your mechanic.

Before detailing, have your mechanic clean the ductwork and replace your cabin air filter. This helps remove any debris or contamination in your ventilation system, so you’re not circulating harmful particles while driving.

Step 2: Schedule a professional detail.

Once the mechanical side is taken care of, Premium Shine can deep-clean and sanitize your interior. We’ll target every surface, vent area, and crevice to remove odor, bacteria, and residue. The goal: restore a fresh, safe interior environment you’ll actually want to drive in again.

How to Prevent Mice From Coming Back

The best solution is prevention — and it doesn’t have to be complicated.

• Use dryer sheets: Place them in between seats, under the trunk liner, or even under the hood — just not near anything that gets hot. Stick to the perimeter areas for safety. Mice hate the smell, and it’s an easy deterrent.

• Keep it clean: Crumbs, trash, and food wrappers are major attractants. Regular detailing helps eliminate those temptations.

• Avoid long-term storage in warm spots: If a vehicle sits for weeks without use, check it periodically and air it out.

  
  

A Clean Car Is a Happy (and Mouse-Free) Car

Mice might be tiny, but the damage they can cause is not. Wires, insulation, and filters are all fair game to them — and repair bills add up fast.

If you’ve recently discovered mice or just want to take preventive steps before winter hits, Premium Shine can help.

Book your detail online: https://premiumshine.fieldd.co

Your car deserves better than a mouse nest under the hood. 😉