Can you use outside? Having trouble with mice and squirrels chewing hot tub wires
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I can say I've seen nothing since I've had them! I bet it would work on an inclined patio or garage? good luck
898793
Our rabbits chew everything, but not this. I would keep most of the cord outside if the cage as a precaution, but the first few inches are quite protected.
607706
I had mine out for 1 year & the only problem I had was the squirrels chewed the wires into... Weatherproof YES. Nuts & washers that come with the product had rusted a little.
703671
If you go on youtube you can find ways to set these traps outside. You have to put them in a large plastic container and cut a hole in it so the rodent can get in, remember these traps are not water proof but they do work outside if you protect them from moisture.
1974164
Asked my husband who has a doctorate in electrical engineering. Nothing to worry about as long as there is no gas leak. If there was a gas leak a nearby light switch would be just as dangerous. Be sure to put enough bait to keep the rodents engaged. A little almond butter was useless. Had to add more bait (horse treat works for me, but there are a lot of suggestions out there) Hope this helps!
545417
1) Make sure wigglers clear bottom of birdbath. If not, push wires further into plastic yoke. If necessary, trim length of wires and re-insert in plastic yoke to prevent wires from dragging on base. 2) I periodically put a drop of 3inOne oil on the motor axle while the wiggler is inverted, allowing the oil penetrate axle well.I have had more than 10 Water Wigglers on multiple bird baths, and ONLY ONE had a short life. I have even swapped parts between them due to squirrel, raccoon, and bear damage.BTW...The Wigglers ARE NOT Discontinued. Miller Manufacturing acquired Allied Precision Industries. Water Wiggler still viable product. 1) Make sure wigglers clear bottom of birdbath. If not, push wires further into plastic yoke. If necessary, trim length of wires and re-insert in plastic yoke to prevent wires from dragging on base. 2) I periodically put a drop of 3inOne oil on the motor axle while the wiggler is inverted, allowing the oil penetrate axle well.I have had more than 10 Water Wigglers on multiple bird baths, and ONLY ONE had a short life. I have even swapped parts between them due to squirrel, raccoon, and bear damage.BTW...The Wigglers ARE NOT Discontinued. Miller Manufacturing acquired... » Read More 1) Make sure wigglers clear bottom of birdbath. If not, push wires further into plastic yoke. If necessary, trim length of wires and re-insert in plastic yoke to prevent wires from dragging on base. 2) I periodically put a drop of 3inOne oil on the motor axle while the wiggler is inverted, allowing the oil penetrate axle well.I have had more than 10 Water Wigglers on multiple bird baths, and ONLY ONE had a short life. I have even swapped parts between them due to squirrel, raccoon, and bear damage.BTW...The Wigglers ARE NOT Discontinued. Miller Manufacturing acquired Allied Precision Industries. Water Wiggler still viable product. « Show Less
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I've used mine in my attic but I have 2 neighbors who use theirs outside and we all have had excellent results. I sometimes use peanut butter and sometimes use bacon with dog food. So far last winter I got 5 rats. Now I'm going to put it outside in a protected area and hope I get the squirrels that rob my pecan and almond trees.
1276645
The above ground section can be used. You just have to have a continuous loop and if you don't want your pet to get zapped at any particular area you need to twist the wires together for the area you don't want your pet zapped at i.e. door area. We ran our above ground wires through PPE tubing to protect from damage. But to be sure you may want to contact tech support at Petsafe.
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I have used this in conjunction with expanding foam to thwart squirrels and other rodents from eating through the A/C connection siding hole on the house. Now there is an expanding foam product that is touted to be designed especially to stop rodents from entering a home through a foamed in hole. I have used this along with the copper mesh to further keep out rodents from the house attached garage. Initially you must determine how the rat is entering your shed. If through a hole, the mesh and the aforementioned rodent foam might work. Also, you might wish to contact your local animal control official to further discuss rat elimination using the proven bait process. They too may offer solutions and advice. I have used this in conjunction with expanding foam to thwart squirrels and other rodents from eating through the A/C connection siding hole on the house. Now there is an expanding foam product that is touted to be designed especially to stop rodents from entering a home through a foamed in hole. I have used this along with the copper mesh to further keep out rodents from the house attached garage. Initially you must determine how the rat is entering your shed. If through a hole, the mesh and the aforementioned rodent foam might work. Also, you might wish to contact your local animal... » Read More I have used this in conjunction with expanding foam to thwart squirrels and other rodents from eating through the A/C connection siding hole on the house. Now there is an expanding foam product that is touted to be designed especially to stop rodents from entering a home through a foamed in hole. I have used this along with the copper mesh to further keep out rodents from the house attached garage. Initially you must determine how the rat is entering your shed. If through a hole, the mesh and the aforementioned rodent foam might work. Also, you might wish to contact your local animal control official to further discuss rat elimination using the proven bait process. They too may offer solutions and advice. « Show Less
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Call the company and ask them to send you the instructions for testing. However, when I spoke with them, they mentioned that a very fast mouse might be able to get in an out with the bait before the sensor went off. Also if the unit is dirty or a rat has very long nails (to keep the flesh from contacting the electrical plate), it might also be able to get in and out. The solution to that, they suggested, was to put a wet cloth or paper towel just outside the opening. The wet feet will make better contact with the electrical plates. (They can also send you instructions for cleaning the plates, just in case that's the problem.)
1887856
I do not have a rat issue. My problem is with field mice in the winter. The device has had limited success with the mice so my thought would be that it would not work with rats. Good luck and I hope you find a solution.
2066224
I tested it on a squirrel. It worked every time. You can use an electrical continuity tester. I would not touch the wires when they are charged.
1873039
I live in the northeast. There are a lot of open sewer pipes with leaves. Mice will make a home. Try to find dry areas.
1804439
Wildlife-removal.com will give you some insight to fixing the problem. Most likely a rodent problem. Someone also said to put a light next to the trap for heat this time of year. Good luck
1308507
We have rabbits, and they can chew through anything that isn't metal. Buy rabbit wire and protect your wire bundle by keeping them away from it.
45058
They are too small fr a squirrel ; I had a trap outside that was dragged around in the leaves prob by a squirrel but it got away ...our intended targets ( snakes ) avoided the traps but we have since used them fr mice ...
1823339
I had a issue with squirrels chewing through although it is still useable. I have not had a issue with rats or mice that I am aware of - I use lots of garden clippings and leaves as well as food scraps. Overall I am not sure about this bin just because it is so flimsy.