1. Snakes – Why it happens: Snakes enter plumbing, seeking food, and can end up in toilets.
What to watch for: Movement in the bowl or a surprise when lifting the lid.
How to stop them: Install vent covers, seal cracks, keep toilet lids closed, and trim vegetation,
2. Rats – Why it happens: Rats can swim and enter via sewer systems.
What to watch for: Scratching sounds or rats swimming in the toilet.
How to stop them: Use rat guards, seal cracks,
avoid flushing food, and install a rat flap valve.3. Frogs – Why it happens:
Frogs enter through vent pipes, attracted by standing water.
What to watch for:
Chirping or frogs in the bowl. How to stop them: Install mesh screens, keep windows closed, and fix leaky faucets.
4. Spiders and Insects – Why it happens: Insects crawl through drains, seeking moisture or food.
What to watch for: Bugs in or around the toilet.
How to stop them: Keep the bathroom dry, use drain stoppers, and use natural repellents like peppermint oil.
5. Lizards –
Why it happens: Lizards squeeze through small gaps, following insects or warmth.
What to watch for:
Quick movements or lizards in the bowl.
How to stop them: Screen windows, turn off lights at night, and seal wall cracks.
Bonus Tips: Keep lids closed. Install drain screens. Avoid flushing food or hair. Get regular plumbing inspections.
