Weep Hole Covers

Does anyone really know what a weep hole is?

Some rodents and some bugs like weep holes because it is a way that they can enter into a home. Have you ever seen a roach in your home? This is very common in Houston. There is a good chance that the roach may have invaded your home through your weep holes.

In addition to roaches, many other unwanted pests can fit into your weep holes including small snakes, lizards, small mice and rats, earwigs, ants, scorpions, bees and wasps. These pests are not welcome and they are dirty, carry germs, and can leave feces and chew on wires and other materials.

What is a weep hole for?

Weep holes are constructed in homes and buildings made of brick or stone. If you look at the outside of your house, where the brick meets or connects with the foundation slab near the ground, for example, you will see some small vertical openings that are about 2” to 3” high. They can often be spaced every three or four bricks along the house. These weep holes allow the structure to ventilate, and they allow moisture to escape the home in case of flooding. They serve as a way to prevent mold and mildew in the walls of your home. Some builders will install weep hole covers while construction is in progress, however most homes do not include this feature. Weep hole covers are beneficial because they still allow the hole to be functional in letting the house breathe, but they also prevent unwanted pests from having entry points into your walls and your home.

The covers are made of hardened plastic that are cut to fit each hole. They have small holes in them for air, but still keep out pests. The covers are held in by friction and there is a slim chance they would ever just fall out. The cost of an installation is determined by how many weep holes you have at your home and if some of the holes need to be cleaned of debris, old concrete, etc. An installation is probably in the range of $150 on up and well worth it.

A Church Services pest control technician can come to your home and give you a free estimate on installing weep hole covers to your stone or brick home.

Call today for a free estimate. Call the Church Services customer service line at 713-722-5000 to schedule your convenient appointment.