Once assembled properly, are there any wide gaps around the roof line or around the floor area for the rodents to get in?
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this type of shed is very good, there are no wide gaps for rodents to get in, but you may have ants, bugs, or even spiders find there way in. What I did with mine (I have two) I spread silicone on the bottom, around the whole shed, to keep out any little crawlers going on 6yrs. so far so good.
1260231
No there shouldn't be. The biggest gaps might be between roof and the sides but they are very small. Like maybe bugs? But we've had no problems since early spring installing it
1260232
The shed will keep rain out but there are little gaps for little animals. You could easily spray foam the corners and put flooring in. Be pre-paired for a couple day project with the help of a couple people. Its a big project to build this shed.
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There are no wide gaps. But only if it placed on even surface. There is no floor.
1675161
Had mine in my covered breezeway earlier this year when it was warm & had no problems with critters getting into it. Put a large brick on the top to be sure. Of course, where I live is fairly urban with mostly just squirrels & opossums running around. If you want to have it outside & are worried about critters getting into it, I would suggest using straps or bungee cords to secure the lid down. That should keep them out unless they take a mind to gnaw through them.
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We buried ours into the soil a little bit. We have never had a problem with rodents. Smart raccoons have gotten the top offeven with the locks! At least we think they're raccoons haven't actually seen them.
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As others have said moving your furniture to the middle is good practice cause rain will come through the sides. There are spots where bugs could come through where the roof poles connect to the sides but it doesn't seem do be a problem yet and we live in minnesota.
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I agree with Mara's answer. 1/2" gaps are easy. Larger gaps may be problematic, but by making several layers of the mesh it might work. I use the mesh to keep birds out from under my patio where they want to nest, but rats are stronger than birds.
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yes, but the top and screens dont meet there is a about inch or so gap where the bugs just roll in
483795
Hey Joy,No rodents can't get in .The bennifits of this unit is the compost tea resivoir and spicket.
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There are a couple tiny holes on the door, but I recommend you add more. I used a drill bit about the size of the 4 that are already there and added a bunch all around the trap. Plus, it will only aid in the mouse smelling the PB faster if you drill some at the opposite end of the door.
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We don't remember having any problems lining up the holes to put the legs in, they seemed to go together quite easily.
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I would think it would not attract rodents, even though mice can get thru the smallest of holes (which go right down to the bottom of the unit). When I put food scraps into the bin, I put it at least 6 inches away from the edge, covering it well with leaves/brown material. If you are still worried, I suggest a screen around the lower half of the bin. That would keep the air flowing, but not sure the mice would get under the screen anyway. I tried a tarp (not for mice), but it got too dry. Looks like no one else is having mouse issues either. Good Luck.
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Agree with Paul on spacing. My biggest issue was base did not seat securely and I had to run string to be sure the rambuncuous kittens I put in it did not knock it off! You possibly could also run some wire to secure the top better.
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I haven't had this problem but wiht the wire mesh, you could run a wire around the mesh and to the hanger on each side. I think that would keep a crafty squirrel out!
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It would be hard to put together without the bottom wire, but I guess if you tried you could do it. It would leave a pretty big gap that small birds could easily get out of.
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There should be no gap - there was none when I installed it. Either something is not lined up right or you have a narrower than normal door.
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I don't have a cat, but I suspect so. There are no large gaps when installed.
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I haven't measured under it, but I'd say 2 feet. It closes tightly enough that I don't see a problem with rodents. I've had mine since last summer and I never saw a rodent or evidence of any.
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There are small insects that can get in through the various holes, but the plastic seems pretty tough. Rats however can cut through most anything so it might be an issue. The manufacturers are super easy to get a hold of, so be sure to call them.