Those BIG openings for electric & cable?

[KarenS144]

Is there something that can be used to close those huge holes that will keep creepy crawlies out once the electric cord, cables & extention cords are run?

We had a couple of mice checking for new digs after just a couple of days of having the electric plugged in here at home and we've transported ....eeeek.....SPIDERS..... eeewwww..... and probably other arachnids & insects that have discovered the gateway into the storage compartments.

[CVan]

There is a product called critter catchers or something like it that can be purchased and installed on those areas where the little rascals gain access. Being frugal, I purchased a foam kneeling pad from the Dollar store. I cut a circle the size of the opening and then cut it halfway through and cut a circle the size of my water hose in the center. I inserted it into the water hose access hole and ran the water hose through the center hole. I did the same for the power cord and have not had any critters. The sewer hose was a different story as it runs through a sleeve under the access area. I placed fine steel wool pads around the sewer hose at the point where it went through the floor. So far, no new friends. Total cost, $1.00 for the kneeling pad and $1.25 for the steel wool.

[KarenS144]

aahhhh..... good suggestion!

Thanks!

[jim44646]

steel wool or even better is copper wool, (a copper scrubby)

[Lawfive]

At a canine agility competition in Sacramento a couple months ago I got a couple of small frogs in the electrical compartment. Quickest little rascals l've ever chased around. Foam is my future. Thanks for the idea.

[Ovair]

Had been just using some old towels and stuffed them in there. I may try the copper scrubbers.

[nemo45]

Originally Posted by jim44646

steel wool or even better is copper wool, (a copper scrubby)

Some of that spray in foam insulation would probably work too, for around the sewer pipe.

[snorman]

I just cut some pieces of plywood just a bit larger than the hole and then cut a notch out of one side to just fit the cable/hose. I usually put a rock on top of it.

Should stop larger critters. I may put some foam around the opening to make the opening even smaller.

I use it for the power, water, and the cables from my portable sat dish.

You can see it in the bottom corner of the picture

Stuart

[Fire Instructor]

If you are talking about openings that get opend and closed during travel and depending upon use, try packing some steelwool in any gaps.