Question Mouse?

[lostinfla]

About 3 weeks ago, I woke up just after midnight to the sound of clawing or scratching near the rear bath. Couldn't tell if it was high or low as it stopped as soon as I made a noise. Last night, same thing (totally different geographical area) and I swear it sounded like something gnawing on wood. This morning I pulled drawers, and searched every area I could access inside and outside, and can't find any evidence of entry or damage inside or out. I'm hoping there isn't a furry critter inside, but if there is, what's the best way to deal with it? Do those ultrasonic repellant things work? I've heard conflicting reports as to whether blue lights under the coach work as a deterrent. Any tips would be GREATLY appreciated.

 

[Richpatty]

To me, good old fashion snapping mouse traps are the way to go. It might be disturbing to hear at night but they work.

 

[J&JD]

Do those ultrasonic repellant things work?

Waste of money.

 

[sheridany]

how about peppermint oil etc that you read about?

 

[Richpatty]

There is a YouTube channel where a guy has tested every conceivable solution…

https://youtube.com/c/ShawnWoodsprimitive-archer

Interesting videos…

 

[J&JD]

how about peppermint oil etc that you read about?

I have a small rat or large mouse that likes to sit right on top of the Cummins while the rv is parked in my backyard. Peppermint oil seems to slow it/them down. Think I need to apply it more often (did it today & will check back).

 

[lostinfla]

I just ordered a peppermint oil refillable plug in. Hope this will make it/them leave for greener pastures. As mentioned, I haven't seen any evidence of them on board, just the noise, so I don't know if traps would make a difference.

 

[Richpatty]

I also store my MH at home (wooded area) and have had my share of mice in the house, but so far, not in the RV. Possibly because the house is warmer. I have several bait stations on the outside hoping they find those first and about 10 traps in the MH and basement. My hope is that if they get in, they find the traps first.

 

[Neal]

 

[sheridany]

@Neal taking the rodents out!

I have searched for a refillable plug in? Please do share. The victor ones cannot be refilled according to Victor.

 

[Kevin D Pem]

Snakes work very well.

 

[lostinfla]

I saw Snakes on a Plane...

 

[Magua]

I leave sticky pads around the basement floor. I also use stobe lights in my storage area. Have not had a mouse in the storage unit since I implemented them.

 

[Neal]

Years ago I had a big problem in garage and they got in two cars. The only thing that worked were the glue traps with peanut butter globs. Just make sure they are not in a place to attract desired 4 legged critters.

 

[lostinfla]

Evidence! Getting some traps this morning.

 

[Neal]

Don't delay, the damage they can do is serious and both of my cars had big insurance claims to redo interiors, etc.

 

[lostinfla]

Think I found the access point also. Beware of keeping chairs under the slide near these openings

 

[lostinfla]

Don't delay, the damage they can do is serious and both of my cars had big insurance claims to redo interiors, etc.

The wife is at Wallmart as we speak

 

[lostinfla]

@Neal taking the rodents out!

I have searched for a refillable plug in? Please do share. The victor ones cannot be refilled according to Victor.

Apparently some have refilled the unit. I saw comments that the wick cap can be snapped off and refilled. I'm sure they would rather you buy another glass, plus liability issues that might arise from people having leaks, finding a local slip and fall lawyer and suffering sexual disfunction because of it.

 

[Ernie]

cab fresh or fresh cab, a natural repellant, available at farm stores is what I use along with electronic repellers