Squirrels are cute and furry little animals that are famous for hoarding nuts before winter. In the house, however, these are very troublesome and destructive pests. Squirrels can cost you thousands of dollars in damages once inside the house because they will chew on the structure of your attic and nest inside the insulation. They…
Squirrels are territorial rodents that will nest inside your attic when given the chance. Attics provide squirrels with a warm place to live that is relatively safe from predators and close to sources of food. Once inside, they like to nest in the insulation, driving energy costs up as they crush and shift the insulation…
Is there a squirrel in your chimney? Squirrels have adapted very well to modern living. To a squirrel, a chimney is just like a hollow tree. It’s not uncommon for these critters to make a chimney their home. If you suspect a squirrel infestation in your home, feel free to give Pest Control Guelph a…
It’s best to get professional help when dealing with a wild animal in the house. Squirrels are destructive and territorial creatures that could hurt you if you get too close. A single bite or scratch from a squirrel could infect you with harmful disease. Thankfully, professional pest removers know how to deal with squirrels without…
It’s not totally uncommon to come across a baby squirrel in early spring or late summer. Squirrels nest in the tops of trees where they risk falling out if there is a strong gust of wind or flaw in the nest. Sometimes a baby will be unlucky and fall to the ground, but these animals…
Are there squirrels in your attic? Squirrels are a protected species in Ontario, so you can’t remove them anyhow. They must be removed humanely. Removing squirrels is also problematic because they are adaptable creatures that can chew their way through anything. A thorough inspection of your roof must be performed, and the right device should…
Squirrels, among other small rodents, are not known to carry rabies. Raccoons, skunks, bats, coyotes, and foxes represent most cases. The virus is usually transmitted through a bite from an infected animal, which makes infection from a squirrel even less likely. But while squirrels aren’t known to transmit rabies, they do carry other terrible diseases…
While they may look cute outdoors, you don’t want to have any squirrels in your attic. Squirrels are destructive, territorial rodents that will wreak havoc on your attic should they make it their home. Recognizing the risks and dangers of a squirrel infestation is highly recommended as it is the first step you can take…
Having squirrels in the attic can be a pain because you’re limited in the methods you can use to get rid of them. Whatever method you use, make it as humane as possible, so you don’t end up harming the creatures. The law also protects the animals so you may need to check your local…
Squirrels just like any other rodent have very sharp incisors that keep growing continuously. As their teeth grow these animals’ needs to gnaw on some materials regularly; if they exist in your attic, the squirrels may chew on the exposed electrical wiring. This can create a very hazardous condition, including potential power outages and to…
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