Mouse in my motorhome

Adrian Allaway replied on 28/01/2020 17:41

Posted on 28/01/2020 17:41

I have just collected my panel van motorhome (Devon Aztec) from its annual habitation service and they told me there is evidence of rodent entry with minor damage under the seating in the rear lounge. They said they might be nesting in there?. They advised clearing all the furnishings and fittings out until the culprits have been caught and disposed of. This is a completely new problem to me so I would be grateful for any advice on i) how to deal with the current problem and ii) how to stop it re-occurring. My engineers brother works in pest control and said using peanut butter on traps is one way of catching them. What other options are there.

My van is used regularly between Spring and Autumn but during Winter I don't really touch it when it is in storage. I normally just lift the seat cushions up to allow a bit of air flow as advised.

Thanks for any suggestions.

rayjsj replied on 22/02/2020 17:53

Posted on 22/02/2020 17:05 by Watendlath

Has anyone had any success with battery powered ultrasonic deterrents? 

Posted on 22/02/2020 17:53

Yes, and recommend them, have used both mains powered ones and 9v battery ones, both work......but only as a deterrent, they dont get rid of mice already  installed. For them you need llittl nippers. Have worked for me for over 10 years.

 

 

 

 

ABM replied on 22/02/2020 20:41

Posted on 22/02/2020 20:41

I've been using mains powered ultrasonics for a long time now.  Used with a plug in timer they have protected my shed ( Containing lots of bird food ) while we have seen evidence of the occasional rattus norvegicus ( thank you Rocky   wink  ) in open areas.  I use the timer to vary the length of time the deterrents are working so they don't get used to the noise which we cannot hear  .

Collingham replied on 10/03/2020 19:36

Posted on 10/03/2020 19:36

We have also got a mouse problem in our motorhome again this year.  They appear to be getting in underneath.  The mesh grills are too large and once in they get about using the ducting and panelling.  We have blocked holes inside with wire wool which still allows air to circulate, but cannot be chewed.  We also spray peppermint oil around on the bedding, as we don't mind the smell - mice are supposed to hate it.  Good luck!

the degster replied on 08/04/2020 21:39

Posted on 08/04/2020 21:39

Put some pepper on a brick when the mouse sniffs it it will sneeze and knock it self out pick the mouse up and when it comes round release it somewhere safe hope this helps    Or buy a cat

replied on 08/04/2020 22:49

Posted on 08/04/2020 22:49

We use the metal mousetraps [just under £5 per pair from B&Q] set on a very fine trigger. Caught 18 during Summer until we found out the entry point to the kitchen; caught another mouse 2 days ago.

We use margarine with hot chocolate powder sprinkled over and fix both the bait and the trap base with Blutak because the crafty devils nudge the traps out of the way and/or duck under the spring loader to access the feed from under the sprung platform. We also use the domestic poison blocks that encourage the mice to nibble, become drowsy/careless and then trigger the trap.

It's a battle of wits and gets personal if the mouse beats the trap twice ... Occasionally, the mouse will approach the trap at 45 degrees to the platform and that means it gets caught by the rear leg. I use an offcut of thin tongue & groove to garrot the mouse, keeping my hands wellclear of any nipping attempts ...

Steve

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