Squirrels are notorious for raiding lawns and gardens for their food, but has anyone ever thought about how they might be raiding your engine? While they may not cause much damage in the short term, squirrels can cause severe damage over time if they manage to get into your car’s engine. Here are some tips on how to keep squirrels out of your car engine – and away from your car altogether!
How to Keep Squirrels Out of Your Car Engine
If you’re like most people, one of your favorite things about fall is the arrival of the squirrels. But if you live in an area where squirrels are known to chew on car engines, you may want to keep them out. Here are a few tips to help you do just that.
1)Install a squirrel proofing device on your car engine. There are many different types of these devices available, and they all work in different ways. The most common type is a wire mesh fence that’s installed around the engine. The fence will keep squirrels from getting close enough to chew on the engine, but they’ll still be able to get in if they can climb or jump up onto the mesh. Other types of devices include metal plates that cover the car’s engine openings, or spikes that are driven into the ground around the engine.
2)Make sure your car is properly sealed. An improperly sealed engine is a popular Squirrel targets. Make sure all of the engine’s air leaks are plugged and there are no gaps around any parts that could let air escape. This includes things like door seals, window seals, and undercarriage seals.
What to do if a Squirrel Gets Into Your Car
If you’ve ever had to clean out a squirrel’s nest inside your car engine, you know that the task can be difficult and time-consuming. Here are some tips on how to keep squirrels out of your engine:
1. Keep your car clean! Make sure the surface where your car is parked is free of leaves, branches, and other debris that could provide a home for a squirrel. Pay attention to undercarriage areas too – they can often be neglected.
2. Use deterrents. A variety of deterrents work well to keep squirrels away from engines. These include motion-activated sprinklers, loud noises (like a squealing pig or barking dog), or electric shock devices. Just be sure to use them in a way that won’t harm the animal or yourself!
3. Install a screen! One simple way to keep squirrels from getting into engines is to install a screen over the opening where the air intake manifold attaches to the engine block. This will prevent small animals from entering and accessing engine parts, and it looks nice too!
How to Get Rid of Squirrels From Your Yard
If you have squirrels in your yard, there are some things you can do to get rid of them. One way is to use a noise maker to scare the squirrels away. Another way is to set up a bird feeder and put some birdseed in it so the squirrels will eat from it rather than raiding your yard. You can also try using a repellent if you think the squirrels are coming into your house or car.