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Prevent Rodents and Birds from Entering Attic and House

By Lee Wallender, About.com

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Ventilation Holes in Eaves Are One Vector of Entry for Rodents and Birds

Unprotected Ventilation Holes in Eaves

Unprotected Ventilation Holes in Eaves

Copyright Lee Wallender; Licensed to About.com
It's said that rodents can fit through a hole the size of a nickel. Obviously, they'll be able to fit through unprotected ventilation holes in your eaves.

Many homeowners are not even aware that such holes exist in their eaves. These holes are essential, so you can't just slap wood over the top of them. In fact, even wood would hardly repel rats, mice, and birds--many of which can easily chew through wood.



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