Older neighborhoods with lots of trees are the most susceptible to squirrel invasions; as these lively creatures start to have babies and grow in number they may start giving trouble to many homeowners. They can not only do damage to the trees and other plantings on one's property but they can also cause serious damage to houses. An experienced Atlanta squirrel removal company has the expertise and knowledge of how to get rid of these little pests once and for all.
When squirrels are plentiful they will undoubtedly cause problems such as digging up one's garden plantings, wrecking bird feeders to access seeds, and actual damage to one's home. One of the most common entry points for squirrels is the attic, and once they invade it, they can harm electrical wires, heating and cooling systems, and make disturbing noises.
Homeowners can check for signs that will indicate a likely squirrel infestation. Besides spotting the animals themselves hanging out on rooftops, going in and out of vents, chimneys etc., and scaling utility lines, they leave other evidence of their presence such as droppings, nests built in trees and eaves, small holes dug in the lawn, and bark gnawed off trees. Holes chewed into the side of a house is another obvious clue.
Those who have been invaded by squirrels, need to consult a company with expertise in this area that will be able to locate and re-home the unwanted intruders. These experts will do a thorough evaluation of the home and identify all access points, then remove the animals, and repair these spots so re-entry is not possible.
Sometimes the pest management experts install cages equipped with one-way doors at the access points so the squirrels will be able to turn around and get out but not go in the home anymore. They may also recommend that the customer make a few changes known as "habitat modification" such as taking down bird feeders and cutting down branches near the roof, to make the environment less encouraging to squirrels.
Some pest management companies will also use traps to capture the squirrels so they can be relocated. There are certain state and municipal wildlife control regulations which must be followed where trapping is concerned, so it is best handled only by professionals who are familiar with these laws and know how to handle the animals so no one get harmed.
Devices designed to scare squirrels away are usually only effective initially because the animals soon get used to them and don't respond. Professional companies may also use repellents in some cases, which can work to deter squirrels if administered correctly.
When squirrels are plentiful they will undoubtedly cause problems such as digging up one's garden plantings, wrecking bird feeders to access seeds, and actual damage to one's home. One of the most common entry points for squirrels is the attic, and once they invade it, they can harm electrical wires, heating and cooling systems, and make disturbing noises.
Homeowners can check for signs that will indicate a likely squirrel infestation. Besides spotting the animals themselves hanging out on rooftops, going in and out of vents, chimneys etc., and scaling utility lines, they leave other evidence of their presence such as droppings, nests built in trees and eaves, small holes dug in the lawn, and bark gnawed off trees. Holes chewed into the side of a house is another obvious clue.
Those who have been invaded by squirrels, need to consult a company with expertise in this area that will be able to locate and re-home the unwanted intruders. These experts will do a thorough evaluation of the home and identify all access points, then remove the animals, and repair these spots so re-entry is not possible.
Sometimes the pest management experts install cages equipped with one-way doors at the access points so the squirrels will be able to turn around and get out but not go in the home anymore. They may also recommend that the customer make a few changes known as "habitat modification" such as taking down bird feeders and cutting down branches near the roof, to make the environment less encouraging to squirrels.
Some pest management companies will also use traps to capture the squirrels so they can be relocated. There are certain state and municipal wildlife control regulations which must be followed where trapping is concerned, so it is best handled only by professionals who are familiar with these laws and know how to handle the animals so no one get harmed.
Devices designed to scare squirrels away are usually only effective initially because the animals soon get used to them and don't respond. Professional companies may also use repellents in some cases, which can work to deter squirrels if administered correctly.
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