Permanent Solutions for Rodent and Insect Entry Points
Permanent Solutions for Rodent and Insect Entry Points
Exclusions & Seal Ups
Pests don’t get in by accident — they get in through gaps, voids, and construction flaws most people never notice. Exclusion is the process of locating those openings and sealing them correctly so activity stops at the source. That includes rodent entry points, insect gaps, and carpenter bee holes that can be patched when the wood is still solid. Some openings, however, can’t be permanently sealed or repaired because they’re needed for ventilation or the material is already too damaged — and in those cases, ongoing exterior treatments or rodent stations keep pest pressure down.
The goal is simple: seal what can be sealed, patch what can be patched, treat what can’t, and give your home a long-term defense instead of a temporary fix.
Stop the Entry Points. Stop the Problems.
Exclusions & Seal Ups
Pests don’t get in by accident — they get in through gaps, voids, and construction flaws most people never notice. Exclusion is the process of locating those openings and sealing them correctly so activity stops at the source. That includes rodent entry points, insect gaps, and carpenter bee holes that can be patched when the wood is still solid. Some openings, however, can’t be permanently sealed or repaired because they’re needed for ventilation or the material is already too damaged — and in those cases, ongoing exterior treatments or rodent stations keep pest pressure down.
The goal is simple: seal what can be sealed, patch what can be patched, treat what can’t, and give your home a long-term defense instead of a temporary fix.
Stop the Entry Points. Stop the Problems.
These are the most frequent openings found during an inspection:
Gaps around AC lines, electrical conduit, gas lines, and other utility penetrations
Foundation cracks, settling gaps, and mortar breaks
Fascia board separation and trim gaps (first floor only)
Dryer vent gaps and worn or missing exterior seals
Siding transitions where settling has opened a void
Door-frame and garage-frame gaps
Holes left behind by carpenter bees
Cracks along window frames, J-channel gaps, and torn screen edges
Bypass points where cable/internet lines were added and never sealed
Most homeowners underestimate what can fit through a tiny gap:
Rodents: mice need only ¼”, rats need ½”
Insects: ants, spiders, earwigs, beetles, wasps
Overwintering pests: stink bugs, cluster flies, boxelders
Carpenter bees: drill perfectly round holes that open the door for other pests
General invaders: anything seeking warmth or moisture
A “minor gap” to you is a doorway to pests.
Common Entry Points
What Can Use These Openings
These are the most frequent openings found during an inspection:
Gaps around AC lines, electrical conduit, gas lines, and other utility penetrations
Foundation cracks, settling gaps, and mortar breaks
Fascia board separation and trim gaps (first floor only)
Dryer vent gaps and worn or missing exterior seals
Siding transitions where settling has opened a void
Door-frame and garage-frame gaps
Holes left behind by carpenter bees
Cracks along window frames, J-channel gaps, and torn screen edges
Bypass points where cable/internet lines were added and never sealed
Most homeowners underestimate what can fit through a tiny gap:
Rodents: mice need only ¼”, rats need ½”
Insects: ants, spiders, earwigs, beetles, wasps
Overwintering pests: stink bugs, cluster flies, boxelders
Carpenter bees: drill perfectly round holes that open the door for other pests
General invaders: anything seeking warmth or moisture
A “minor gap” to you is a doorway to pests.
Common Entry Points
What Can Use These
Openings
Eliminates the root cause instead of treating symptoms
Reduces rodent and insect pressure long-term
Supports your pest control treatments for better results
Stops repeat issues in the same areas
Saves money over time by preventing re-entry
Gives your home a stronger, more permanent defense
A few areas intentionally can’t be sealed due to moisture control, ventilation, or drainage requirements. For these situations:
Exterior barrier treatments
Seasonal insect control
Rodent bait stations
Monitoring devices
…are used to keep pest pressure down.
This ensures pests can’t exploit the areas you can’t close.
Why Exclusion Matters
When Exclusion Isn’t Enough
Eliminates the root cause instead of treating symptoms
Reduces rodent and insect pressure long-term
Supports your pest control treatments for better results
Stops repeat issues in the same areas
Saves money over time by preventing re-entry
Gives your home a stronger, more permanent defense
A few areas intentionally can’t be sealed due to moisture control, ventilation, or drainage requirements. For these situations:
Exterior barrier treatments
Seasonal insect control
Rodent bait stations
Monitoring devices
…are used to keep pest pressure down.
This ensures pests can’t exploit the areas you can’t close.
Why Exclusion Matters
When Exclusion Isn’t Enough
Small gaps: sealed with copper mesh + caulk or foam
Larger openings: backed with backing rod or hardware cloth, then trimmed and sealed
Carpenter bee holes: treated, plugged with dowels, and patched cleanly
Utility penetration gaps: packed and sealed for long-term hold
Dryer vent gaps: sealed around the existing housing
Repair Methods
Future Services (Coming Soon)
Once tools, experience, and equipment expand, the exclusion program will grow to include:
Door sweep replacement
Window screen repair
Attic vent repair/replacement
Dryer vent replacement
Below-grade hardware cloth barriers (the “critter guard” skirt around decks/porches)
Second-story and limited roofline exclusion
Light carpentry for trim/fascia repairs
These will be added as formal services once the workflow is dialed in.
Small gaps: sealed with copper mesh + caulk or foam
Larger openings: backed with backing rod or hardware cloth, then trimmed and sealed
Carpenter bee holes: treated, plugged with dowels, and patched cleanly
Utility penetration gaps: packed and sealed for long-term hold
Dryer vent gaps: sealed around the existing housing
Repair Methods
Future Services
(Coming Soon)
Once tools, experience, and equipment expand, the exclusion program will grow to include:
Door sweep replacement
Window screen repair
Attic vent repair/replacement
Dryer vent replacement
Below-grade hardware cloth barriers (the “critter guard” skirt around decks/porches)
Second-story and limited roofline exclusion
Light carpentry for trim/fascia repairs
These will be added as formal services once the workflow is dialed in.
Stop The Entry Points
Don’t let small gaps turn into bigger problems. Fill out the form and I’ll inspect your home for active and potential entry points. Simply fill out this form and we’ll get back to you within 2 business days—usually the same day—with a custom plan and fair pricing.
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Stop The Entry Points
Don’t let small gaps turn into bigger problems. Fill out the form and I’ll inspect your home for active and potential entry points. Simply fill out this form and we’ll get back to you within 2 business days—usually the same day—with a custom plan and fair pricing.
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