It doesn’t matter how well you take care of your home, squirrels can still get into your attic.

Attics are especially appealing to squirrels because they offer them a warm, safe and isolated space to nest. Squirrels in the attic can cause a whole host of problems and be very difficult to remove without professional squirrel removal help.

How Do I Know If There Are Squirrels In My Attic?

There are a few telltale signs of squirrels in your attic. If you suspect that you might have a problem, it’s important to call in professional wildlife removers immediately. It’s illegal to kill or unnecessarily harm a wild animal in Ontario, so removing squirrels from your attic humanely is not only good for you and them but in line with the law.

• You could have a squirrel problem if you hear scurrying around. Like any other type of animal, squirrels will move around in your attic. You might hear some scratching, gnawing, or the sounds of them skittering around. If you suspect that you might have a problem it’s important to address it right away.
• You notice strange smells coming out of your attic. If you have squirrels in your attic, they will need to defecate somewhere. Generally, that smell will drift down into your living area.
• There is structural damage outside of your home. Squirrels get into your attic through the outside, so if you notice that the exterior of your home has been compromised, you might have a squirrel problem.

How Do I Get Squirrels Out Of My Attic

We can’t emphasize how ill-advised it is to go alone when dealing with a squirrel problem. Ontario specifically forbids harming or killing wild animals, and you could be in danger of a nasty bite if you try to intervene. Instead, call in a professional team to rid yourself of squirrels.

Wildlife professionals will find out where the squirrels are entering your home and seal off the entrance while still leaving a route for the animals to leave. This is important. If there is no way for the squirrels to get out they could die in your attic, which is inhumane for them and causes more problems for you. Once the squirrels are out, the professionals will seal off the remaining entrance so that they can’t get back in.

If done properly, you can rest assured that no additional squirrels or other wildlife will make their way into your home for several years.

What Happens If I Leave Squirrels In My Attic

Ignoring a squirrel problem could lead to devastating consequences for your home and that is why it is so important to know when squirrel are active in the attic. Squirrels gnaw at beams and cause foundational problems to your house. They also defecate in your attic, causing unwanted smells and a filthy environment. You can’t share your home with squirrels. Removing them humanely is the best option for both you and them, which is why you need to call in wildlife removal professionals who are well versed in the law and can take care of your problem rapidly.