In such cases the weeps consist of small-diameter plastic, clay or metal pipes extending through the wall to a layer of porous backfill. Typically, weeps are arranged to direct water which may have entered an assembly from outside back to the outside.
A few of several safe household chemicals to use are vinegar, dishwashing soap and rubbing alcohol, according to an Oregon State University Extension Service publication called Using Home Remedies to Control Garden Pests, (EC 1586). The publication, complete with photos, is available free of charge online.
1 Control and Conquer Garden Slugs Slugs are one of the more distasteful garden pests, and can do enormous damage to your garden. 2  Here are some tips for garden slug control. 3  Slugs are attracted to the fermentâ¦. 4  Controlling Slugs in the Garden Slugs are a scourge of many gardens across the country.