Rats can wreak havoc on cars in NYC causing expensive damage by chewing on electrical wiring and leaving car owners with hefty repair bills. This problem is especially severe in winter when rats seek shelter and warmth in engine compartments, but it persists throughout the year. Many car manufacturers have switched to soy-wrapped wiring, a delicacy that NYC rats find irresistible & it has created a huge problem for NYC car owners. This has led to Class A lawsuits against major car manufacturers. Until this wiring practice changes, Blue Star Brothers in Greenpoint, Brooklyn has developed a solution to help car owners avoid thousands of dollars in rat-related damages. After seeing the expensive damage that NYC rats wreaked on cars in our own North Brooklyn neighborhoods of Greenpoint Brooklyn, Williamsburg Brooklyn, Bushwick Brooklyn & Bed-Stuy Brooklyn we came up with the following solution:
The Blue Star Brothers NYC Rat Combat Solution
1. Decontamination: Rats leave scent trails that attract more rats. We break these trails by thoroughly cleaning the engine and wheel wells using a recommended solution of 1 part bleach to 10 parts water, as advised by NYC’s Rat Academy. Then we follow using our blend of our own auto cleansers. Our process ensures your car is hygienically safe, eliminating the invitation for more rats to join the party.
2. Rodent Deterrent Tape: NYC rats love soy-wrapped wiring, but our Rat Deterrent Tape changes the game. Coated with super-spicy capsaicin (found in hot peppers), it turns their anticipated snack into a fiery surprise. Honda even started producing their own Rat Deterrent Tape after complaints from their rat-battling customers.
3. Ultrasonic Rat Deterrent with LED Strobe Lights: After thorough cleaning and spicy wire protection, we install an ultrasonic rat deterrent with LED strobe lights under your car’s hood. Rats are neophobic, meaning they fear new things. The combination of ultrasonic waves and LED flashes help to keep NYC rats and other rodents out of your engine compartment.
4. Maintenance Tips: We recommend applying mint spray to your engine and wheel wells at least twice a week. Additionally, parking away from the garbage pickup side of the street before NYC’s Sanitation Department collects trash can further reduce rat attractions.
By implementing these steps, we believe we can save your car from costly rat damages. Protect your investment and peace of mind with our comprehensive NYC Rat Combat solution.
Q: Will My Comprehensive Insurance Cover the Costs of Rat Damage Caused by NYC Rats?
This optional coverage pays for damage to your car that’s not caused by a collision. Rodent or rat damage, such as chewed wires, nests under the hood, broken glass, and dents, is typically covered under comprehensive coverage.
Pricing:
- $550 without Rat Deterrent Tape
- $650 with Rat Deterrent Tape
*See our warranty page for full warranty details and disclosures.
