Keeping Bugs Where They Belong

Squirrel Removal Mistakes To Avoid

17 March 2023

Judy Lute

Squirrels can enliven your day with their playful antics, but when they infiltrate your home, they can damage your property and create a mess. Removing squirrels from your dwelling can be arduous, particularly if you lack the necessary expertise and equipment. Unfortunately, there are several mistakes that individuals will make when attempting to eliminate their squirrel problem.

Mistake: Neglecting to Determine Entry Points

A routine error homeowners make when extracting squirrels from their residences is overlooking the need to identify entry points. Squirrels can access your home through small gaps, openings, and fissures in the exterior. The squirrels will keep returning if you fail to seal these entry points effectively. To close the openings, you may use foam, caulk, and other options. Unfortunately, these openings are often located near the roof or other areas that are difficult to reach. As a result, you may need to hire a professional to complete this work.

Mistake: Using Poison Or Repellent

Another frequent error homeowners make when removing squirrels is using poison or repellent. Poison is inhumane and dangerous for other animals and your family members. In contrast, repellents may provide temporary relief but do not offer a lasting solution.

Employing humane trapping methods is the ideal approach to removing squirrels from your residence. Live traps enable you to capture the squirrels without causing harm and release them back into their natural habitat.

Mistake: Overlooking the Presence of Baby Squirrels

Numerous homeowners fail to check for the presence of baby squirrels before extracting adult squirrels. Baby squirrels are defenseless and cannot endure without their mother's care. Removing adult squirrels without ensuring no babies are present may result in separating them from their mothers.

Checking whether there are baby squirrels requires the nest to be visually inspected. Fortunately, professional pest control services can be extremely skilled at locating the nest and checking it for babies. If baby squirrels are present, they can be safely relocated with their parents.

Mistake: Failing To Clean Up Post-Removal

A widespread mistake homeowners commit when removing squirrels from their residences is neglecting to clean up afterward. Squirrels can create a large mess near their nest. Improper cleanup can attract additional pests and pose health risks.

When cleaning up post-removal, wear protective gloves and a mask to protect yourself from the hazards. You may clean the nest area with a vacuum cleaner or a damp cloth. Discard the nesting materials appropriately and sanitize the area with a suitable cleaning agent. Once the area is clean, you can assess it for structural damage that must be repaired.

Contact a professional to learn more about squirrel removal. 

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