Rodents will gnaw on anything to keep their teeth from growing to large and this could cause you some BIG problems. Rodents cause approximately 20 percent of undetermined fires in the United States each year according to fire experts. Pack rats will collect all kinds of stuff, so if you’re missing anything – check for rodents in the neighborhood.

What can you do to keep them out?

• Seal any holes or cracks with steel or copper wool.
• Check your home monthly especially in the Spring and Fall, rodents will either try to get in or out.
• Don’t allow trees to touch your home.
• Don’t stack firewood or stuff against your home.
• Don’t leave out pet food.