Rodents often get under San Diego homes through torn crawl-space covers, open vents, gaps under doors, loose flashing

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Rodents often get under San Diego homes through torn crawl-space covers, open vents, gaps under doors, loose flashing, and openings where utility or A/C lines enter exterior walls.