Rodents can cause thousands of dollars in damage—to your car wiring, your garbage area, and even your home’s walls. If you’ve found chewed wires, heard scratching at night, or seen rats near your trash cans, you’re in the right place.
This guide collects all of our best rat and rodent prevention articles in one spot so you can take action quickly, protect your property, and understand what insurance does (and doesn’t) cover.
Rodents and Cars (Chewed Wires, Engine Damage, Interior Nesting)
- Rodents Are Destroying Cars: Here’s How to Stop Them (and What Auto Insurance Actually Covers)
- The 7 Best Rodent Repellents for Cars (and 3 That Don’t Work)
- Does Car Insurance Cover Squirrel or Rodent Damage to Wiring or Interiors?
Rats and Garbage Cans (The Source of Most Neighborhood Infestations)
- Why Rats Love Your Garbage Cans (and How to Rat-Proof Them)
- 3 Best High-Capacity Garbage Cans That Rats Can’t Eat Through
Rats in Your Home (Walls, Attics, and Hidden Nesting)
Quick Answers (Insurance + Rodent Damage)
- Does auto insurance cover rodent damage? Often yes—if you have comprehensive coverage, but exclusions may apply.
- What’s the fastest way to reduce rodents around your home? Remove food sources (especially trash access) and block entry points.
- Will repellents alone solve the problem? Usually not. The best results come from a mix of cleanup, sealing, and deterrents.
Tip: If you’re only going to read one article first, start here:
Rodents Are Destroying Cars.