I discovered rodent droppings behind the kitchen wall (where the CO detector is located) and they run all the way to the space between the shower wall and wall outside bathroom. I'm confident the rodent is no longer living in the wall and I hope the previous owner found it and removed it but I can't confirm. Are there any good tools/tips for cleaning the droppings without having to tear out parts of the wall?
I discovered the droppings using my endoscope where I entered from the water pump compartment as well as from behind a power outlet installed at the floor outside the bathroom right next to the accordion door.
That is a tough one.
This might work - a small handheld vacuum with a hose.
Amazon.com: Portable Car Vacuum Cleaner: High Power Corded Handheld Vacuum... (https://www.amazon.com/ThisWorx-for-TWC-01-Car-Vacuum/dp/B06ZY896ZM/ref=mp_s_a_1_13?dchild=1&keywords=portable+vacuum+hose&qid=1610774741&sr=8-13)
Note that is just an example -
Amazon has several with a small hose.
There are even smaller keyboard vacuums but only a hard tube not a flexible hose.
Jane
I’m no expert in cleaning up rodent droppings but caution is advised by experts to take care not to disturb rodent waste.
Yosemite Valley has experienced mice carrying the hantavirus which can be deadly if it comes in contact with the human respiratory system.
Vacuuming urine and droppings of infected rodents is not advisable. Vacuums can stir up the possible virus and make it airborne. It’s a good practice to play it safe when dealing with any rodent infestation. It is best to disinfect said areas before disturbing rodent droppings. Wear suitable facial coverings and wear gloves. The CDC has guidelines for such cleanup.
Good luck and take proper precautions
Kent
Nor am I an expert on cleaning up rodent waste but these guys are
Contra Costa Mosquito & Vector Control (https://www.contracostamosquito.com/rodents_virus_risk.htm)
The most important thing to remember is to never sweep or vacuum rodent evidence
including feces, urine and nesting material. When these substances are swept or vacuumed they can break up, forcing virus particles into the air where they can easily be inhaled, infecting the person doing the cleaning. Hantavirus and Arenavirus are transmitted in this manner.
That is a tough one.
This might work - a small handheld vacuum with a hose.
Amazon.com: Portable Car Vacuum Cleaner: High Power Corded Handheld Vacuum... (https://www.amazon.com/ThisWorx-for-TWC-01-Car-Vacuum/dp/B06ZY896ZM/ref=mp_s_a_1_13?dchild=1&keywords=portable+vacuum+hose&qid=1610774741&sr=8-13)
Note that is just an example -
Amazon has several with a small hose.
There are even smaller keyboard vacuums but only a hard tube not a flexible hose.
Jane
Thanks. Might give that a try. Where's the Roomba matchbox sized vacuum already?!
I’m no expert in cleaning up rodent droppings but caution is advised by experts to take care not to disturb rodent waste.
Yosemite Valley has experienced mice carrying the hantavirus which can be deadly if it comes in contact with the human respiratory system.
Vacuuming urine and droppings of infected rodents is not advisable. Vacuums can stir up the possible virus and make it airborne. It’s a good practice to play it safe when dealing with any rodent infestation. It is best to disinfect said areas before disturbing rodent droppings. Wear suitable facial coverings and wear gloves. The CDC has guidelines for such cleanup.
Good luck and take proper precautions
Kent
Good advice. Thank you.