Squirrel Removal Services

Are squirrels causing problems on your property? You’re not alone. Squirrels are among the most frequent wildlife intruders across the United States, and we’re here to help you resolve this issue safely and efficiently.

How Do We Remove Squirrels From Your Property?

At Nuisance Wildlife Control, we prioritize humane and safe removal practices. Our team does not use harmful products or traps that could injure the squirrel. Instead, we focus on safe capture and relocation, ensuring these animals are removed responsibly.

We also provide specialized removal and exclusion services tailored to where the squirrels have made their nest, whether it’s in your attic, walls, or other parts of the property. Our goal is to get the squirrels out and secure your home against future intrusions.

What is Humane Squirrel Removal?

Humane squirrel removal involves the use of live-capture methods that ensure no harm comes to the animal. At Nuisance Wildlife Control, we use specially designed entrapment devices, like live cages, to safely capture squirrels. Here’s how the process works:

Property Inspection
We begin with a thorough inspection of your home to identify the squirrel’s entry points and nesting areas. Squirrels often use the same paths to gather food, so locating these routes helps us determine where to place our traps effectively.

Trap Placement and Capture
Using live traps baited with appealing food, like peanut butter, we lure the squirrel inside. Once the squirrel steps on a trigger plate, the door gently closes, securing the animal without harm. Our team monitors these traps regularly to ensure the squirrel isn’t left trapped and suffering.

Relocation
After capture, we relocate the squirrel to a safe and suitable natural habitat, far enough away that it won’t return to your property or disturb your neighbors. We release the animal back into the wild, completely unharmed.

In some cases, we might recommend exclusion methods as an effective alternative, depending on the situation.

What is Squirrel Exclusion?

Squirrel exclusion focuses on preventing the squirrel from re-entering your home while allowing it to leave safely. Once we identify the squirrel’s entry point, often a small hole or crack, we use specialized exclusion devices.

An exclusion device works like a one-way door or gate. It allows the squirrel to exit through the opening freely but blocks its re-entry due to the device’s unique shape. This method is especially useful when dealing with multiple squirrels, as it naturally encourages them to leave on their own.

What Method is Best?
Our team of wildlife removal experts will assess your specific situation after inspecting your property. Whether through live trapping or exclusion, we will recommend the most efficient and humane approach to solving your squirrel problem while keeping your home protected.

Squirrel Removal Services

Squirrels can seem charming as they dart through trees, but when they invade your home, attic, or garden, they quickly become a major nuisance. At Nuisance Wildlife Control, we specialize in humane squirrel removal and exclusion services to keep your property safe from these destructive critters. Whether they’re digging up your garden, chewing wires, or nesting in your attic, our experienced team can help you address the problem and prevent future infestations.

What Attracts Squirrels to Your Home?
Squirrels are opportunistic and are drawn to food, water, and shelter. Gardens with fruits, vegetables, and accessible bird feeders are prime targets. Squirrels are also attracted to the warm, secluded spaces in attics, sheds, and chimneys, especially during colder months when they seek shelter from the elements. If you have unsecured trash, pet food left outside, or overgrown plants, you’re unintentionally inviting squirrels onto your property.

How Do We Humanely Remove Squirrels?
Our humane removal process starts with a property inspection to locate the squirrel’s entry points and nesting areas. We use live traps, which safely capture the animal without causing harm. Baited with foods like peanut butter, these traps ensure squirrels are lured in naturally. Once captured, we relocate the squirrel to a safe, natural habitat far from your property, preventing it from returning.

Alternatively, we may use exclusion devices. These are one-way doors that allow squirrels to leave your home but block them from re-entering. This method works exceptionally well for attics and roof entry points, as it removes the animals without requiring direct handling.

How Can You Protect Your Garden?
Squirrels are notorious for digging up gardens and stealing plants. To keep them at bay, start by securing bird feeders and removing fallen fruits, vegetables, and nuts from your yard. You can also protect plants with chicken wire, netting, or mulch, which discourages squirrels from digging and chewing. Using repellents like cayenne pepper, garlic, or castor oil can further deter them, though these must be regularly reapplied after rain.

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How to Keep Squirrels Off Your Roof

Squirrels often access your home through your roof, using trees and wires as pathways. Trimming nearby tree branches to maintain at least 10 feet of clearance can prevent squirrels from jumping onto your roof. Installing squirrel guards on poles and wires can also make it harder for them to climb. For added protection, secure roof wires with PVC pipes so squirrels slide off instead of walking across.

Why Do Squirrels Enter Attics?
Attics offer ideal conditions for squirrels—warmth, safety, and protection from predators. Squirrels will chew through rooflines, vents, and gaps to gain access. Once inside, they can cause extensive property damage by gnawing on drywall, lumber, and electrical wires, which poses a fire risk. Female squirrels often nest in attics to raise their young, which complicates removal efforts.

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How to Prevent Squirrels from Getting Inside

Prevention starts with regular inspections of your home’s exterior. Seal any cracks, holes, or gaps with materials like all-weather sealant, aluminum sheeting, or durable wood. Pay special attention to areas along your roofline, vents, and chimneys. Installing wire mesh over vulnerable spots can also block squirrels from entering. If repairs are extensive, hiring professionals ensures the job is done right and saves you money on future damage.