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Yes, d-con will kill it; but a downside I've heard about is that the mouse eats it, then crawls into your car, and then dies in there in some inaccessible area, and then starts to stink. And can't be found to be removed.
I've put in dryer sheets under my hood in various places to thwart the little ba$tards out, so far good. Apparently GM uses soy in wiring (not sure if true or not) but they're chewing on them for some reason. Apparently peppermint soaked in cotton ***** keeps them out also. Never going to catch them all that's for sure, good luck.
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I too use Bounce dryer sheets - couple in the engine bay and three in the passenger cabin. I also have one of those sonic transmitters in the garage. Not had a rodent problem so far.
One thing to make sure is that your garage door fits tightly against the frame - mice can squeeze through a relatively small opening,
I spend a lot of time out in the garage tinkering with something. One or two of our three cats are usually out there with me, since, I leave the kitchen door open when I am out there.
This is Tiger. He showed up on my porch one day. We were not able to find where he belonged. He now lives indoor with us. If it moves and is not another cat, it is gone.
The ID10T at Honda decided to use a soybean insulator for the wiring, which rodents love. They caused quite a bit of damage when the car was parked outside.
We have had luck with the sonic/light thing and a bag of something that smells like a Christmas Tree. Good luck!
Last edited by Vette Jockey; Mar 23, 2025 at 10:21 AM.
I spend a lot of time out in the garage tinkering with something. One or two of our three cats are usually out there with me, since, I leave the kitchen door open when I am out there.
This is Tjger. He showed up on my porch one day. We were not able to find where he belonged. He now lives indoor with us. If it moves and is not another cat, it is gone.
The ID10T at Honda decided to use a soybean insulator for the wiring, which rodents love. They caused quite a bit of damage when the car was parked outside.
We have had luck with the sonic/light thing and a bag of something that smells like a Christmas Tree. Good luck!
Oh. For sure. I use this too. Get over run w critters in the country if you don’t.
I used to use shredded Irish Spring soap that I put in plastic containers with holes in the lids. They were placed by each wheel, Inside the rear compartment and a few in the engine compartment where ever I could squeeze them in. My Wife didn't care for me shredding 3 or 4 bars of soap with the cheese grater so I switched 3 years ago to the Gain beads for laundry. I hope this doesn't jinx me, but I have been rodent free since 2000 with the soap and laundry beads!
Outside in approach. Reduce/eliminate food, water, harborage. No dog food or bird seed left out, standing water, cut back heavy vegetation, keep bushes trimmed off the ground, eliminate junk piles.
Bait stations around the perimeter. Reducing exterior rodent pressure. Obviously, less outside, less to get in.
Exclusion. Seal any gap opening down to 1/4” or less. Any gap that you can see light coming through. It’s crazy how small of an opening they can get in through.
Use a combination of glue boards and snap traps. If they’re getting into any food source, such as dog food, bait traps with a current food source.
I heard lots of people having success with coating their wiring capsaicin oil or rodent tape infused with capsaicin or with metal mesh. As mentioned, I’ve heard a lot of people swear by homeopathic methods like dryer sheets and soap.
1. Sanitation and Food Source Management:
Eliminate food sources:
Store food properly in airtight containers, clean up crumbs and spills promptly, and ensure pet food is not left out overnight.
Proper waste disposal:
Use covered trash cans, especially for outdoor trash, and ensure garbage is emptied regularly.
Maintain a clean environment:
Regularly clean and sweep areas where rodents might be present, such as basements, attics, and storage areas.
2. Exclusion and Sealing:
Identify and seal entry points:
Inspect your home for cracks, holes, or gaps in walls, floors, and foundations, and seal them with caulk, steel wool, or other appropriate materials.
Install screens and hardware cloth:
Use screens or hardware cloth to cover vents, pipes, and other openings that rodents could use to enter.
Repair or replace damaged siding and trim:
Ensure that siding and trim are in good condition, as cracks and gaps can provide entry points for rodents.
3. Removing Harborage:
Clear clutter: Eliminate piles of debris, boxes, and other items that can provide shelter for rodents.
Trim vegetation: Keep trees, shrubs, and other vegetation trimmed away from your home's foundation to prevent rodents from using them as access points.
Store firewood properly: Store firewood off the ground and away from your home's walls.
4. Monitoring and Early Intervention:
Regularly inspect your property: Look for signs of rodent activity, such as droppings, tracks, and gnawing.
Address problems promptly: If you find signs of rodent activity, take immediate action to eliminate the problem.
Consider professional help: If you have a serious rodent problem, consider contacting a pest control professional for assistance.
5. Trapping and Baiting as Last Resort:
Use traps strategically:
Place traps in areas where you have seen rodent activity, but avoid placing them in areas where children or pets can reach them.
Use bait stations:
Consider using bait stations, which are enclosed containers that can help prevent bait from being accessed by children and pets.
Last edited by JakeLucas; Mar 23, 2025 at 01:30 PM.
Apologies, I did NOT use Rid-X, I did use RatX It works totally different than RidX. Either rats or mice eat the pellets and it makes them thirsty so they leave to find water and get a drink. THAT'S what does 'em in..
Yes, d-con will kill it; but a downside I've heard about is that the mouse eats it, then crawls into your car, and then dies in there in some inaccessible area, and then starts to stink. And can't be found to be removed.
Yes, d-con will kill it; but a downside I've heard about is that the mouse eats it, then crawls into your car, and then dies in there in some inaccessible area, and then starts to stink. And can't be found to be removed.
Don't bait them! I've lived this horrible scenario.
I used to use shredded Irish Spring soap that I put in plastic containers with holes in the lids. They were placed by each wheel, Inside the rear compartment and a few in the engine compartment where ever I could squeeze them in. My Wife didn't care for me shredding 3 or 4 bars of soap with the cheese grater so I switched 3 years ago to the Gain beads for laundry. I hope this doesn't jinx me, but I have been rodent free since 2000 with the soap and laundry beads!
mouse problem
This and/or the peppermint oil should keep them out.
