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:
3.Frogs – Why it happens: Frogs are attracted to moist environments and can enter through pipes in search of water or a cool, damp place. What to watch for: Croaking sounds or the sight of a frog in the toilet bowl. How to stop them: Install mesh screens on vent pipes, keep drains covered, and ensure that your plumbing system is properly sealed to prevent entry.
4.Spiders – Why it happens: Spiders may crawl into toilets through cracks and gaps in the plumbing system or the ventilation pipes, seeking shelter or a place to lay eggs. What to watch for: Unexpected spiders in the bowl or on nearby surfaces. How to stop them: Seal cracks around the toilet, install tight-fitting vent covers, and regularly inspect plumbing for potential entry points.
5.Insects (such as cockroaches) – Why it happens: Cockroaches and other insects may enter through sewer systems or pipes, drawn by moisture or the potential for food waste. What to watch for: Scurrying insects near the toilet, especially at night. How to stop them: Use insect screens, seal any visible cracks or openings, and ensure that drains are regularly maintained and cleaned.