What is the name of the stainless steel rolled mesh that you used to fill in the cracks around the vent?
@notsohandytim50909 ай бұрын
Only video I've found so far on this subject that makes any sense. Thanks for taking the time.
@wildlifecompany98859 ай бұрын
I'm glad you liked it. I will try to keep more like this coming.
@billnewsome77742 жыл бұрын
Where do you purchase the screens?
@user-ri1td2ni4e2 жыл бұрын
Did you ever find out?
@daveharvey8074 Жыл бұрын
HY-C
@user-ri1td2ni4e Жыл бұрын
@@daveharvey8074 thanks, I look it up
@CrystalLawler-Hopkins8 ай бұрын
Where do you buy the expanded mesh screens?
@yogaqueen0830 Жыл бұрын
What kind of steel wool did you use that doesn’t rust, is it stainless steel wool? I like the roll and size seems easy to manage. Where can I get some? Thanks for sharing the video.
@sandysue2023 жыл бұрын
Thanks. I need new vents. I had a snake get all the way into the house following a mouse hole I found in the drywall in a back bedroom. Not good! So now, I am super vigilant and repairing all holes everywhere!! I'm thankful for my cats who alerted me to the black invader. Now, we are all on edge most of the time, thinking a 2nd one might somehow find a way in. Inside the house, steel wool is now in place a lot. Any holes filled and heavily covered. This better not happen again or this house could burn to the ground! Lol
@wildlifecompany98852 жыл бұрын
I have customers use the "burn it to the ground" line with me from time to time. I tell them that I am much cheaper than a new house. What if the new house has issues too? Better just to call "The Wildlife Guy" and fix things. So glad to have helped you with your issues. I hope that you have peace of mind.
@ericr2zz5 жыл бұрын
Why is plastic & Fiberglass screen bad (at 0:46), but DAP caulking is ok (5:27)?
@kaloosh26394 жыл бұрын
Cause rodents dont like to chew through metal,thats why stainless steel whool can be used and that ''grate he is using is metal,and the caulking is just for a bit of a water tight seal
@wildlifecompany98854 жыл бұрын
June Jeferson is on the right track. Rats are able to chew through plastic and fiberglass. The caulk is there mostly just to seal up very small holes and act as an adhesive that holds the stainless steel wool in place. The stainless steel wool is really what does all the work.
@RickPaquin5 жыл бұрын
I fail to understand why the industry hasn't addressed this problem. My contractor installed some flood vents that just push open. Really dumb. I got some wire mesh, cut it and screwed it over the vent like in this video. If only there were a better solution.
@wildlifecompany9885 Жыл бұрын
I think that there is very little feed back in the building industry. Most people blame the animal. By the time the home owner finds out the builder is gone over the horizon. In short they keep selling things like this because they can.
@wildlifecompany9885 Жыл бұрын
I hope to highlight some of these issues so that people understand what is going on
@kennetherickson23917 жыл бұрын
my understanding of current debates on maintaining a dry crawlspace suggests closing off those vents entirely, putting plastic down on the dirt floor, and maybe heating the space in cool weather. what you think?
@thegingerbusadventures576 жыл бұрын
Kenneth Erickson it is definitely a debate. Even with vents I suggest a vapor barrier. I’ve seen total encapsulated crawls. That is really the only time I think it’s ok but depends on each home and the region. Each home should be looked at individually. That’s how I address the debate
@GuyVanBogart5 жыл бұрын
Our home inspector in Portland, Oregon says that there are specific climates and home locations that may require encapsulation. As a general rule, though, the current understanding is to leave the crawl space vented year-round to prevent humidity and insulate pipes/ducting for efficiency. 6-mil vapor barrier wall-to-wall is a must.
@bobsoft5 жыл бұрын
The new standard is to close off the crawlspace from the outside and conditioned with inside air. www.buildingscience.com/documents/information-sheets/crawlspace-insulation
@wildlifecompany9885 Жыл бұрын
I really have not studied encapsulation enough to speak confidentially about it. However, I do recommend that you put screens on your vents if you do. Mice will come through the vents and cut holes in the foam and plastic the encapsulation guys put in.
@luvmaibskt585 жыл бұрын
What is the name of the stainless steel rolled mesh that you used to fill in the cracks around the vent? I can find rolled steel wool but am afraid it will rust as you pointed out in the video. Thank you.
@kaloosh26394 жыл бұрын
Just use stainless steel scrub pads or you can use that brass scrub stuff too but i think it oxidizes faster they are found in the kitchen supplies isle in the grocie stores🌊
@florida23 Жыл бұрын
We use steel wool in Montana in all the cracks or crevices to keep mice out of regular homes and log homes too. It works. Mice and rats cannot chew through. I use steel wool in Florida too.
@bernardsalinas19565 жыл бұрын
There's a wasp trapped on the inside of the vent 3:24 to 3:30 on the right middle side
@JFlagle6 жыл бұрын
Were do you buy these vent covers?
@caroll38466 жыл бұрын
Tjernlund 950-8303 UnderAire Steel Crawl Space Vent, Morning Star Pattern, 18" x 10" Screen (Vent Screen Only)
@justinberry3991 Жыл бұрын
How do you open and close the vents for summer/winter?
@wildlifecompany9885 Жыл бұрын
The vents that were there open and close automatically.
@gaylefowler60586 жыл бұрын
How do you open or close them now?
@eliwillingham71806 жыл бұрын
They have a temperature sensor that opens at 70°F(21°C) and closes at 40°F(4°C) so its automatic.
@wildlifecompany98854 жыл бұрын
If they are automatic it takes care of itself. If they are not, I sometimes cut a sheet of heavyweight aluminum sheeting and make a slide plate that goes behind. There are some new foundation vents that I have seen that do both. I think that they may justify a new video.
@wildlifecompany98854 жыл бұрын
Yes, you are right. However, the blue tapcon screws that I used can often be removed and replaced a time or two before the hole gets too lose. A lot depends on the quality of the brick and mortar involved. If the holes get too lose you may have to bore new holes in the vent guard and masonry. The caulk that I used works pretty good as an adhesive too. That might help.
@justinberry3991 Жыл бұрын
Ahhh hah. Gotta get me some of those
@IvoryS20124 жыл бұрын
Thanks for the video. It was very helpful and answered my questions about covering my vents.
@wildlifecompany98854 жыл бұрын
Glad I could help.
@GunnarShaffer Жыл бұрын
A+ called and you gave me the name! We super appreciate your video and advice. I told them you sent me.
@withebis18733 жыл бұрын
Where can I get those screens ?
@wildlifecompany98852 жыл бұрын
Give me a call. I usually just pass people on to my supplier. I may start selling them at some point.
@NspeckHerGadget2 жыл бұрын
@@wildlifecompany9885 where can I find your contact info? I'd like to order some as well
@user-ri1td2ni4e2 жыл бұрын
@@wildlifecompany9885 I would like to order those screens.
@mitten10316 жыл бұрын
Does anyone know what sealant he used?
@moonchasestar5 жыл бұрын
steel wool as he said
@erinhenson4995 Жыл бұрын
I need someone to do this for me. My dog's have torn out all of the vents out of the back of my house.
@wildlifecompany9885 Жыл бұрын
If you are close, I would be glad to help. You can contact me through my website at wildlifecompanytn.com
@justinberry3991 Жыл бұрын
I'm putting steel leg traps in front of the vents. Try to get in my crawl space your gonna have a broken leg.
@wildlifecompany9885 Жыл бұрын
Oooh, careful with that. You are likely to catch the neighbors cat/dog. I gave up legholds a long time ago except for certain special circumstances.
@jacksearls13465 жыл бұрын
I would recommend a different cover. We have one that can be easily removed so the vent can still be accessed but is 100% animal proof.
@moonchasestar5 жыл бұрын
@Michele i just installed 11 vent screens from Home Depot. 14X6. I used pliers, hammer and screw driver to assist to snuggly put in. Took a little practise, i did it. So can you.
@moonchasestar5 жыл бұрын
@Michele sound you have more challenges。i still have two broken screens i need to custom make them. i will figure out where to buy material. I am learning HVAC, rodent control, etc. Yeah, if I have strength and know what right tools to use, i can be as good as you.:).
@moonchasestar5 жыл бұрын
@Michele i do have a dog full of curiosity. i will still make note of it. Someone told me electric box. thanks.
@moonchasestar5 жыл бұрын
@Michele great idea! 🙏
@justinberry3991 Жыл бұрын
Who the hell is Michelle
@mefirst42663 жыл бұрын
THE RATS I HAVE CHEWED THRU THE WIRE... I PUT NEW WIRE AND THEY CHEWED THRU IT AGAIN...........
@wildlifecompany98852 жыл бұрын
Focus your efforts on keeping the rats out. Check the outside of the building and plug all entrances. Get all foods in check inside the building, and trap, trap, trap. If they show up again recheck the exterior.
@timlist4173 Жыл бұрын
steel wool sucks,.
@christinegardner3630 Жыл бұрын
We're do I buy the vent cover you installed?
@TraceElements-ti5ke3 жыл бұрын
Where can I buy these vent covers in North Carolina