Steel wool cheaper, for holes?

Regular steel wool is a waste of time and money, so I was using stainless steel until a Cook's Pest friend said that mice will actually pull SS from holes to get through using their teeth. However, copper tastes bad to them so it is an effective block if tightly emplaced. I have switched from SS to copper.

Has anyone successfully used this to block a rat? (A gray roof rat (R. rattus) appeared this week and I'm looking to evict it from my patio shed.)

Sorry to say, I bought this and installed it over several openings in my house where roof rats were getting in. Lo and behold, they ate right through it, so waste of time and money for me. These rats aren't that big so it's not like a monster rat I'm dealing with here. The copper mesh was no match for their teeth, though. These guys also eat through very hard plastic with no problem.

Do you need glue or something to hold it in place? I have a gap between my foundation and siding and I'm not sure how to glue it down.

Use caulk to help hold the mesh in place, lay out a thin line of caulk on either side of the hole or area you want to cover with the mesh, then press the edge of the mesh into the caulk and you've sealed your opening.

How wide is this mesh?

about 5 1/2 inches but the mesh is tubular (double thickness) and works very well.

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DS8044 Copper Mesh for Mouse Rat Rodent Control as Well as Bat Snell Control 30 Foot Roll, Full Size

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Brand
Stuff-fit
Color
Original
Global Trade Identification Number
Item Weight
4.8 ounces
Material
Copper Mesh
Number of Pieces
1

🐭Blocks rodents & bats effectively

📏30-foot roll, 6-inch width

🛡️Rust-proof copper mesh

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🛡️ Seal the deal on pests before they even think of entering!

TRUSTED PROVEN - Highly rated with 4.5 stars from thousands of users who reclaimed their space from pests.
GENEROUS COVERAGE - 30-foot roll with 6-inch width covers multiple entry points—DIY your pest-proof fortress.
MULTI PEST BARRIER - Designed to block mice, rats, bats, birds, and insects—one solution for all unwelcome guests.
COST SMART DIY SOLUTION - Save hundreds on professional exclusion services by sealing your home yourself with premium copper mesh.
ULTIMATE RODENT DEFENSE - Rust-proof copper mesh resists chewing and corrosion for long-lasting protection.

The DS8044 Copper Mesh is a 30-foot roll of rust-proof, stain-proof copper mesh designed to block rodents, bats, birds, and insects from entering homes or offices. Measuring 6 inches wide and double folded for durability, it’s a professional-grade exclusion material favored by wildlife control experts. This DIY-friendly product offers a cost-effective alternative to expensive pest control services, providing a reliable, chew-resistant barrier that fits openings up to 2 inches in diameter.

Specifications

ASIN	B00149P89E
Best Sellers Rank	#127,893 in Patio, Lawn & Garden ( See Top 100 in Patio, Lawn & Garden ) #1,886 in Pest Control Traps
Brand Name	Stuff-fit
Color	Original Version
Customer Reviews	4.5 4.5 out of 5 stars (2,866)
Global Trade Identification Number	06790840099558
Included Components	Copper Mesh roll
Item Type Name	Copper Mesh
Item Weight	4.8 ounces
Manufacturer	FlyBye
Manufacturer Part Number	DS8044
Material Type	Copper Mesh
Model Number	MESH30
Number of Pieces	1
Style Name	Copper Mesh
Target Species	Bat, Birds, Mouse, Rat
Unit Count	1 Count

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