A rat can nose under or chew through vinyl and other common cover materials. If the barbecue grill has a metal top, keep the lid down when it’s not in use. Barbecue grills that have a metal housing and strong, attached lids are the best styles for keeping out rats.
How do I keep rats out of my BBQ?
- Clean the BBQ thoroughly.
- Burn off the remaining residue.
- Cover it with a zippered cover during the winter.
- Eliminate possible nesting areas and food sources.
- Get rid of newspapers, old furniture or clothes that mice can use for nests.
What smell will keep rats away?
Rats have a powerful sense of smell. You can repel rats from your home and garden with scents they dislike, such as clover, garlic, onion, hot peppers containing capsaicin, house ammonia, used coffee grounds, peppermint, eucalyptus, predator (cat) scent, white vinegar, and citronella oil.
