Squirrels

Squirrels: Destructive Pests in Homes and Businesses

Grey squirrels may look harmless, but when they invade homes and businesses across the UK, they can cause serious damage. These agile rodents are notorious for chewing through wires, wooden beams, insulation, and even plumbing, leading to costly repairs and potential fire hazards. Once inside lofts, attics, or wall cavities, they build nests and create significant noise, particularly at dawn and dusk.

Squirrels often enter properties through loose roof tiles, damaged soffits, or uncapped chimneys. Preventative measures such as sealing entry points, trimming overhanging branches, and removing accessible food sources—such as bird feeders and unsecured bins—can help deter them. However, once a squirrel has made a home in your loft, removing it can be difficult due to legal restrictions on releasing captured grey squirrels back into the wild.

Under the Wildlife and Countryside Act 1981, it is illegal to release a grey squirrel once it has been trapped, meaning professional pest control is essential for dealing with an infestation legally and humanely.

If you’re hearing scratching noises in your loft, finding gnawed wires, or spotting squirrels frequently around your property, don’t wait for the problem to escalate. Our expert pest control team provides safe, legal, and effective squirrel removal solutions to protect your home or business. Contact us today for professional assistance!