The Truth About DIY Wildlife Repellents

Every homeowner has seen them — sprays, powders, ultrasonic devices, “natural” deterrents, mothballs, ammonia, peppermint oil, and more. But here’s the truth:

Most DIY wildlife repellents don’t work — and some can make the problem worse.

Here’s why:

1. Animals adapt quickly

Wildlife is intelligent. Smells fade, noises become familiar, and deterrents lose effectiveness within days.

2. Repellents don’t solve the real issue

If there’s an opening in your home, animals will ignore repellents and continue using the access point.

3. Many repellents are unsafe

Mothballs, for example, contain toxic chemicals that are dangerous for children and pets.

4. They create false confidence

Homeowners rely on repellents instead of sealing the home, which leads to:

• Larger infestations

• More damage

• More cleanup

5. Wildlife is motivated

Warmth, shelter, food, and nesting instinct will always overpower smells and noise devices.

What does work?

• Inspection

• Exclusion

• Professional trapping

• Repair and sealing

That’s why 10-Eleven focuses on long-term solutions, not gimmicks. Repellents may sound appealing, but they simply can’t compete with proper exclusion.

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