The 5 Places rodents are likely to enter your home 

Are you concerned about rodents invading your home?

Rodents can pose a serious threat to your health and safety, so it’s important to take the necessary precautions to keep them out of your home. By checking these 5 common entry points for damage or gaps, you can help seal up your home and keep rodents out.

You’ll be able to rest easy knowing that your home is protected from these pests and that they won’t be able to get into your house easily. Take the necessary steps today to protect your family from rodent infestations!

Gaps and cracks around the exterior of your house

Rodents can easily enter your home by squeezing through small openings around your foundation, doors, windows, and other exterior openings. Make sure to check these areas for any damage or gaps that need to be sealed up. You can use a variety of materials to seal up the cracks, such as caulk, steel wool, or expanding foam.

Garages, sheds, and outbuildings that are not properly sealed

Garages, sheds, and outbuildings are often left unsecured which can provide easy access for rodents looking to invade your home. Make sure to check these areas for any damage or gaps that may allow them easy access into your home.

Utility lines and cables that enter the house

Utility lines and cables are another common entry point for rodents looking to invade your home. Make sure to check these areas for any damage or gaps that may allow them easy access into your home. You can use a variety of materials to seal up the cracks, such as caulk, steel wool, or expanding foam.

Foundation vents and crawlspace entrances

To prevent rodents from invading your home, it is important to secure all foundation vents and crawlspace entrances. You can do this by using wire mesh or metal screening to cover the openings. Another option is to install a metal door or lid over the opening. Make sure the door or lid fits tightly so that rodents cannot get in.

Pet doors installed in doors or walls

Pet doors are a common entry point for rodents looking to invade your home. Make sure to check these areas for any damage or gaps that may allow them easy access into your home. By taking these precautions, you can help keep your home free of rodents!

Doors and windows that are not properly sealed

If you have any gaps or damage around your doors and windows, it is important to fix them as soon as possible. These gaps can provide an easy entry point for rodents, which can cause a lot of damage to your home. You can use door sweeps or weather-stripping to fill these gaps and prevent rodents from getting into your home. It is also important to keep your doors and windows closed as much as possible, so that rodents can’t get in that way either.

By checking these 5 common entry points for damage or gaps, you can help seal up your home and keep rodents out. Taking these simple steps can help protect your family from the dangers of rodent infestations. If you have any questions about how to seal up your home, please don’t hesitate to contact us for assistance.