Pest ControlQuestion 77 of 319

To exclude rodents and crawling insects, gaps around exterior doors and cracks in walls should be sealed if they are larger than approximately:

a.One inch
b.One quarter inch (1/4 in)
c.One full inch on each side only
d.Gaps do not need to be sealed if the door looks closed

Explanation

A mouse can squeeze through a gap as small as about 1/4 inch. Cracks, holes, and door gaps of that size or larger should be sealed, fitted with door sweeps, or otherwise repaired. Window screens should be tight (mesh of at least 16 per square inch) and exterior doors should be self-closing.

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