Rodents Hiding from the Cold: Tips to Prevent Rodent Car Invasion

As we head into winter, temperatures are dropping meaning rodents are looking for a warm place to curl up for the night, your car engine being one of them.

“Damage caused by rats chewing on wiring can cost hundreds, even thousands, of dollars in repairs.“ - mosquito and vector management district of santa barbara

Click the link below to learn how to protect your car from rodents looking for shelter as the weather grows colder.

The yellow arrows are pointing to rat fecal pellets. The blue arrows show palm tree fruits brought in by rats. Image courtesy of Mosquito and Vector Management District of Santa Barbara

Teri Jory