Doors & entry points
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Exclusion is the highest-leverage step in IPM — deny pests entry, harborage and resources. Work through the zones below, then stock the toolkit so the fixes actually hold.
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A minimal kit that covers 95% of residential exclusion work.
Packs into pipe voids, weep holes and gnaw points — rodents can't chew through it.
Screens vents, foundation gaps and crawlspace openings against rodents and wildlife.
Alternative to copper mesh for tight cracks; pair with sealant to lock it in place.
Flexible, weatherproof caulk for gaps under 1/2" around trim, siding and windows.
Fills larger voids around plumbing and HVAC line-sets; overseal with caulk.
Permanent seal for foundation cracks, slab penetrations and masonry voids.
Closes the most common rodent entry — the gap under exterior doors.
Cover ragged holes behind sinks, toilets and radiators for a clean, sealed finish.
Basic application tools — a smooth, tooled bead lasts far longer than a rough one.
Find hidden gaps in cabinet voids, crawlspaces and behind appliances.
Fasten hardware cloth and vent covers; trim mesh to fit irregular openings.
PPE for handling insulation, droppings and dusty crawlspaces.
Inspect inside wall voids, soffits, drain lines and crawlspaces without cutting access holes.
Stainless or brass inserts that keep insects and rodents out of brick-veneer weep gaps while letting water escape.
External vent hoods with pest-proof flaps and bird guards that stop nesting while allowing proper exhaust flow.
Identify it first so exclusion targets the right gap size and harborage.