Squirrel Control Accrington

Squirrel Removal

Squirrel Control Accrington

Accrington's Leading Squirrel Control Experts

Squirrels may look cute, but when they invade your property, they can cause serious damage and disruption.

Squirrels often find their way into loft spaces, wall cavities, and roof areas, where they chew through insulation, electrical wiring, and structural timbers. They can cause thousands of pounds in damage - and the noise alone is enough to drive most people up the wall!

Grey Squirrel on a branch of a tree

Contact Wallace Pest Control

If you require urgent assistance with a squirrel infestation, please use the form below or call us at 07496 680879. Our experienced and friendly team is ready to provide advice and deliver an effective solution.

    Treatment of Squirrel Infestations

    The first step in dealing with a squirrel problem is to identify how they're gaining access. Once entry points are located, we’ll advise on appropriate proofing measures to prevent further access.

    If squirrels are already active in the property, we’ll typically use trapping as the primary method of removal. This ensures control in compliance with legal requirements.

    Follow-up visits are used to check traps, remove captured squirrels, and monitor for further activity. Once we’re satisfied the problem is under control, we can advise or carry out any necessary proofing to ensure they don't return.

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    Are Squirrels In The Loft a Problem?

    Causes of Squirrel Infestations

    Most squirrel problems in the UK are caused by the grey squirrel, a non-native species introduced in the 19th century. These highly adaptable animals are quick to exploit weaknesses in rooflines, soffits, and fascia boards to access lofts and attics.

    Squirrels are excellent climbers and can easily scale brickwork, fences, and trees to gain access to your roof. Once inside, they will build nests (called dreys), store food, and begin gnawing - often creating multiple entry points and further damage in the process.

    Homes close to woodland, parks, or mature trees are at higher risk, especially during the colder months when squirrels look for warm, dry places to shelter.

    Have You Got Squirrels in Your Loft?

    Signs of a squirrel infestation include:

    • Loud scratching, gnawing, or scampering sounds - particularly at dawn and dusk
    • Droppings similar in appearance to rat droppings (but slightly more rounded)
    • Damage to insulation, wiring, or stored belongings
    • Chewed beams, entry holes in soffits or under roof tiles
    • Nests made from leaves, twigs, and insulation materials
    • Increased squirrel activity around your roofline or trees near your home

    Many people confuse squirrel activity with rats or mice, but squirrels are much noisier and more destructive - often heard bounding across loft boards or roof spaces.

    Unlike rodents, squirrels are diurnal (active during the day), so noises in the early morning or late afternoon are a strong sign of their presence.

    If squirrels have moved into your loft, professional pest control is the most effective way to remove them and prevent further damage. DIY solutions are often ineffective, and it is illegal to release captured grey squirrels back into the wild once trapped.

    Wallace Pest Control provides fast, legal, and effective squirrel control throughout Accrington, and surrounding areas.

    Call us now on 07496 680879 if you suspect a squirrel infestation—we’ll sort it quickly and professionally.