When they get to the "B & E" stage, it's time to stop them "dead" in their tracks. Anything else will just make them more determined to get in, as if they're thinking "Wow, now I REALLY have to get in there and see what they got!"
a well placed shot

and a road side drop-off

and your rodent problem will be gone......until it's offspring decide to follow in its footsteps.
