How do squirrels get into attics?

Squirrels enter through gaps in the roofline — at roof returns, soffits, gable vents, ridge cap gaps, and where dormer roofs meet siding. They also chew new entry points through wood fascia and soffits, especially where there's an existing gap to start from.

How long does squirrel removal take?

Trapping typically takes 3–7 days to catch all animals. We use one-way devices to speed the process. After confirmed removal, exclusion sealing is completed in one service visit.

What happens to squirrel babies in the attic?

Squirrels have two litters per year — late winter and mid-summer. If removal is done during the nesting season, we take care not to separate mothers from young. We may adjust the timeline slightly to allow juveniles to become mobile before removal.

Can squirrels chew through steel mesh?

Squirrels can chew through hardware cloth lighter than 16-gauge. We use 16-gauge (minimum) hardware cloth for all exclusion work. Standard wire mesh and screen are not adequate to exclude squirrels.

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Squirrel Removal

Remove squirrels from your attic before they cause serious damage

Squirrels in the attic are one of the most common wildlife complaints in America. They gnaw relentlessly to keep their teeth worn — chewing through electrical wiring, HVAC ductwork, and structural wood. A squirrel entering your attic can cause thousands in damage within weeks. Early removal and tight exclusion stops the problem before it escalates.

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Warning Signs of Squirrel Removal

Scratching and rapid movement sounds in the attic in the morning and late afternoon

Round or irregular holes (2–4 inch) chewed in fascia, soffits, or roof returns

Squirrel droppings — small, dark, oval — in the attic

Seeing squirrels entering a specific area of the roof or soffit

Damaged wiring or chewed wood in the attic

Seeing any of these signs? Call us immediately — early treatment prevents the problem from growing and reduces total treatment cost.

Our Squirrel Removal Treatment Methods

We select the most effective approach based on your specific infestation, property, and family situation.

Live Trap Removal

Cage traps baited with peanut butter or seeds placed on the roof and at entry points. Animals are removed and relocated per state regulations.

One-Way Exclusion Device

A one-way door installed at the primary entry point allows squirrels to exit but not re-enter, clearing the attic without trapping.

Full Exclusion Sealing

After confirmed removal, all entry points sealed with 16-gauge hardware cloth, metal flashing, and sealant. Squirrels can chew through wood and foam — only metal exclusion works.