The video says it s a mouse but it is actually a juvenile roof rat.
Rats gettinf in under gutters.
The video below demonstrates the ability of a rat to climb a wall.
Rats will chew through virtually anything to get to water.
Gutters full of debris are the ideal places for squirrels rats and mice to gather nesting materials.
Don t forget all the vents dormer vents and roof vents of all kinds.
I ve seen rats get into those because sometimes there are gaps in the pipes for the rats to get into.
Drill small holes in the perimeter of downspout openings with an electric drill.
How to keep rats out of the gutters step 1.
Cut circular pieces of leftover.
Prune back all.
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Rats can squeeze through holes as small as a quarter.
Blocked gutters can also lead to waterlogged soil which leads to foundation damage.
Mice can climb pretty well also but they need a corner or something to brace on.
Install wire gutter screens on all your gutters.
Gutters are a beacon to pests for more than one reason.
And the plumbing stacks.
A very easy area for rats to get in.
Blocked gutters cause problems for your roof and your siding and waterlogged roofs and siding are more prone to be soft and easy for animals to damage.
Their favorite water sources include.