Squirrels might seem harmless enough until they find their way onto your roof and into your home. Once they gain entry, they can wreak havoc on your roof, insulation, electrical wiring, and even plumbing, causing hundreds or thousands in repair costs. October is Squirrel Awareness Month, and homeowners can prepare themselves for potential damage by being proactive with their pest control services — some of which can be done on your own with this information as a guide.

How to Prevent Squirrel Damage to Your Home

What Kinds of Damage They Can Cause

First, understanding the type of damage commonly caused by squirrels can help you safeguard against it. These small critters often scurry across overhanging tree limbs and onto the roofline of buildings, where they chew on and dislodge shingles, gutters, and your roof’s underlining. They can enter the attic via holes they create or open vents, and their destruction spreads to gnawing on insulation and electrical wires.

Some home fires are started by exposed wiring caused by squirrels and other pests. Squirrels can also find their way into the walls, where their teeth and claws destroy pipes in your plumbing system, drywall, and support beams. 

How You Can Prevent It

A pest control company that specializes in wildlife removal can adequately prepare your yard and home for squirrels by setting out humane traps and repellants. The truth is, squirrels are everywhere, and your help will be needed to prevent a severe nuisance.

By keeping trees trimmed away from rooflines, you reduce the number of ways squirrels can gain access to your property. Similarly, don’t leave piles of wood or debris near your home, as they attract a variety of pests, including squirrels. Don’t put bird feeders in your yard as they also attract squirrels.

Residents in Murrayville, GA, and North Georgia can get help preventing squirrel damage to their homes by calling Coppermines Pest Control. Their pest control services extend to wildlife removal and pest extermination, and their technicians are well-trained and experienced in handling everything from fleas to rodents. Call (888) 717-7035 or visit their website today to learn more about their services. 

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