How rat resistant is this? That is a big concern where I live.
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Well, didn't have that problem, but it's completed sealed when the door is closed. The plastic is solid and I seriously doubt anything could get inside with a cutting tool. If you have very smart rats, that could be a problem.
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I don't see how a ear could enter it, or gnaw their way in if the door is rotated to the top. We have wood rats in the area but I've never seen them around the unit. - Tim
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There are small insects that can get in through the various holes, but the plastic seems pretty tough. Rats however can cut through most anything so it might be an issue. The manufacturers are super easy to get a hold of, so be sure to call them.
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The door where you put everything/take everything out has a hook latch. It takes took hands to open & close it...hope this helps...
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I live in a suburban area where I've never seen a rat, but there are many, many squirrels, raccoons, skunks and the occasional possum. Nothing has chewed anything on our composters, and we bought the first of the two we own a couple of years ago. With all rounded edges, I imagine that a rat would have difficulty getting its nasty teeth around anything to chew.
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I have had this product for several years and it still works on rats & mice. I have the bucket of packs. I won't do without it and do not use those others! Good luck!
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Especially good for ur garbage. I would spray in and around it. If u spray around the parameter then rodents won't come near it. Spray last up to 30 days. I use every 25 and still haven't had an issue.
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This is a very effective way of taking care of rats quickly and cleanly. Do not use it outside unless it is in an area protected from weather - for example on a covered porch or patio. We used the locking bait traps for outside.
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I'm guessing probably by a ferret, not sure about a rat. Maybe too high for the rat to use.
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NO, I think it is for groundhogs specifically and it worked beautifully on my two properties. Look at this companies other products to deter rats. Personally I think you must contact a reputable rodent specialist. You have got to be aggressive and use the best traps and bait. Good luck and get this handled as soon as possible. They can breed out of control an destroy wiring and spread disease. Yucko.
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I work with rodents - biggest issue you will have is that a rat would shred that to pieces - the rope and wood would be gone pretty quickly. Rodents like to either run on a wheel or hide and move inside plastic tubes etc.
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I had a rat in my kitchen, I got 2 of these PestVacators and thought they worked, but I saw the rat again. He was stealing things off the counter and taking them somewhere every night. I bought the box that shocks them and it killed it the first day.
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I have been making compost for 25 years and have never had a problem with mice or rats. A (one or more) mole once made a tunnel under the compost (which was good, because I felt like it 'aerated' the bottom a bit!) Do not put meat or dairy products in your compost and add plenty of 'brown' materials.
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I can't say if pack rats will go for it but I wouldn't be surprised. I left the bucket in an accessible shed and rats almost chewed the lid off trying to get to the bait blocks! No, rain and water don't seem to have a negative effect on the bait blocks.
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All of the above, lol. I was using it but turned out mine is a rat. It didnt work. I just bought Rodent Defense for rats we'll see how that goes. I believe if it had of been mice it may have worked. Good luck with your issue.
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The most important thing to remember is do not submerge the Raticator - electricity and water are not the best of friends. One unit I used did require a bit more than a damp cloth after a while from being used outside on a covered deck - I think some of the bait got a bit damp and started to clog. In a flat-bottomed sink/tub/basin I ran a small amount of warm water - enough to just cover the bottom of the unit - I can't remember exactly how much water but it was no more than 1cm, possibly a little less. I added a small amount of dish washing liquid and gently mixed, you don't want bubbles. Place the unit in the water and leave to soak for 15 minutes or so. Gently lift the unit out of the water and pour any water back in the sink. Leave to dry thoroughly in an inclined position - at least 24 hours. A damp cloth is fine for general cleaning and as George Laird suggested, ensure the switch is off - I'd remove the batteries as well, just to be extra safe. These units give quite a kick so I wouldn't want to risk my hand being mistaken for a rat :)
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Jean H. , i honestly cannot say because i have NO rat problem . I had a massive bird problem poeping on my ballistrade - deck and ever since i bought the Owl Prowler it has kept my deck wonderfully clean ......!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
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Not sure. We live in an old house. I have seen a small mouse slip in and out of the bars. Rats maybe big enough to not do that.
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I havent caught anything other than rats but thats because i used it indoors. If you put bait that attracts squirrels i would imagine it will catch them. I would suggest looking for a "humane rodent trap" that wont harm them if you are worried about that
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Yes! Florida has rats, mice, squirrels, and all kinds of things that can get in and destroy your home. I'm in Florida and rats jumped off the coconut trees to my roof and got into my attic. What a mess!
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We did a bunch of research before we bought this. We bought ours primarily for insect control. I saw no specifics on a grade for rodent . I believe deterent that this should work. Be sure and follow the instructions you can find on line.