Although you might find squirrels cute, an infestation can cause serious problems for your property. Over time, these animals will damage your home and create an unsafe environment for you and your loved ones. In addition to calling pest control, the following will help you diagnose and deal with an infestation. 

What Are the Signs of a Squirrel Infestation?

Squirrels often find their way into your home through the attic. If you hear scampering at various points during the day and night, check the attic for signs of damage. They often chew electrical wiring and insulation.

Also, squirrel urine and feces create an unpleasant smell that may seep through the floor and walls to permeate your home. You might even notice their droppings, but because it’s so hard to differentiate between different rodents, you’ll likely need a professional’s opinion to confirm they belong to squirrels. Damaged entry points, such as around the roof or on outer panels, also indicate an infestation.

How Will a Professional Manage the Situation?

Traps, cages, and chemical treatments are all methods employed by pest control companies to remove squirrels from your home. Live bait traps are a humane and effective option. 

A professional will attract squirrels with food, such as sunflower seeds. After the squirrels are trapped, they can be set free 5 to 10 miles away from your home.

Alternatively, a frightening device — such as radio noise or a strobe light — can discourage squirrels from lingering in your home. However, in some cases, squirrels get used to the device and don't mind it or are too busy caring for their young to notice. 

Chemical treatments, such as irritation or taste-based repellent, can prevent future infestations. Motion detectors set off repellent spray to keep squirrels away from your home. A professional will consider your situation and determine the best solution for the infestation.

Maintain a pest-free home with the help of Aardwolf Termite & Pest Control in Hueytown, AL. For nearly five decades, they’ve provided pest control services to residential and commercial clients. Whether you’re dealing with squirrels, termites, mice, ants, or any number of unpleasant critters, they’ll get to the root of the problem and create a treatment plan to remove them and prevent future problems. Call (205) 338-6615 to schedule an on-site estimate, or learn more about their critter management services online.