The Best Rodent & Insect Exclusion Products

Exclusion products are products that prevent or reduce the likelihood of pests infiltrating your home or business. Most exclusion products, such as copper mesh, form a physical barrier that pests can’t get through. Exclusion products can prevent the need for harsh chemical treatments or more expensive methods down the line when it’s too late. They can also prevent the substantial amount of property damage that often coincides with a severe infestation.

Recommendation

At Solutions Pest & Lawn, our most recommended exclusion product is Stuf-It Copper Mesh. It’s easy to install and rustproof so it will not stain the area around where it is placed. It is an excellent option for excluding both rodent and bird pests.

User Guide

Step 1: Planning

Survey the perimeter of the structure you wish to protect. You’re looking for any small hole or crevice where rodents or birds might enter. Fully grown rats can squeeze through holes the size of a US quarter and mice can squeeze through holes the size of a dime. Once you’ve found your problem spots, it’s time to install the mesh.

Step 2: Installation

Copper mesh is malleable and can easily fit tight spaces. Unroll the needed amount of mesh and cut it off the roll with a pair of shears or other suitable tools. Then it’s as simple as stuffing the mesh into the openings. You don’t need to secure it with anything, the rodents will not be able to remove it and will be unable to chew through it. Once the mesh is in place, you’re good to go.

Inspection and Maintenance

The great thing about copper mesh as an exclusion product is that it requires almost no maintenance. It’s an install-and-forget product. It is a good idea to inspect the perimeter every few months to make sure the mesh is still in place and undamaged.

Key Takeaways

• Exclusion products help prevent pest infestation before it can happen, either by removing conducive conditions or by a physical barrier. Since the cost of removing an infestation once it has already taken hold can be high, exclusion products can more than pay for themselves down the road.

• Exclusion products are a great investment because they generally don’t require a lot of upkeep or maintenance once installed.