Squirrel Removal Lancashire
Squirrel Removal Lancashire
Professional Squirrel Control Services
Our Grey Squirrel Control service is designed to safely and legally remove grey squirrels from residential and commercial properties across Lancashire. Grey squirrels are a highly invasive species in the UK, known for causing significant damage to properties, particularly in loft spaces.
Once inside, squirrels chew on timbers, insulation, wires, and even pipework—posing a fire risk and leading to costly repairs. Our structured three-visit trapping and proofing process ensures humane removal while helping to prevent future infestations.
Contact Wallace Pest Control
If you have an squirrel infestation that you need urgent help with, please contact us using the form below or call us on 07496 680879, and our experienced, friendly team will offer advice and provide an effective solution.
Don't let squirrels take over your space of comfort. Instead, contact a professional pest control service today to eliminate the problem.
Treatment Process & Price
When squirrels move into your loft, it’s not just noise you’re dealing with—there’s real risk of property damage, chewed cables, and costly repairs. That’s why our squirrel control service is designed to handle both the immediate problem and help prevent it from coming back.
Here’s what you’re really getting when you book us:
✅ A thorough inspection – We don’t just throw down traps. We check your roofline, loft, and external access points, looking for the “how” and “why” behind your squirrel issue.
✅ Professional trapping with legal, approved equipment – Forget DIY live traps and wondering what to do next (it’s illegal to release grey squirrels). We handle it legally, humanely, and properly, using traps approved under The Spring Traps Approval (England) Order 2018.
✅ Ongoing monitoring and adjustments – Wildlife doesn’t play by the rules, so we adapt. We check traps, reassess placements, and tweak our setup to make sure we’re ahead of them.
✅ Minor proofing included – We seal small entry points (up to 3 tennis balls in size). If bigger repairs are needed—like soffit work or roof tile replacement—we’ll flag it and recommend trusted roofing professionals if needed.
✅ Full report with expert recommendations – You’ll get a written or digital report explaining what we found, what we did, and what steps (if any) you should take next.
💷 Price: £240 for 3 visits including a full proofing survey.
💷 Extra visits (if required): £60 each—only if absolutely necessary.
Signs Of Squirrels
Not sure if you’re just hearing the odd bump or dealing with a full-blown squirrel problem? Here’s what we tell homeowners (and what decades of experience have taught us):
- If you’re hearing movement—heavy, fast scurrying or banging from your loft—especially at dawn or dusk, squirrels are the likely culprits (rats sound lighter, slower).
- Found chewed cables, timbers, or insulation? That’s a huge red flag. Squirrels chew constantly to keep their teeth down, and they’re not fussy about what’s in the way.
- Damaged lead flashing or pipes? Yes, that can be squirrels too—and once they start, it can lead to leaks or other costly structural problems.
- Visible damage or droppings? Rounded, large droppings in the loft (not rat-shaped), fresh gnaw marks, or torn insulation? Time to act.
Tip: The longer squirrels stay, the harder they are to evict. Act fast and you save yourself a lot of noise, mess, and money.
FAQs
- Inspect your roof regularly for damage or gaps squirrels could exploit.
- Trim back tree branches—grey squirrels can jump 2 metres vertically and up to 5 metres horizontally to gain access.
- Fit galvanised steel mesh over vents, soffit gaps, and other potential entry points.
As part of our service, we conduct a proofing survey and carry out minor proofing works where possible. However, due to working at height regulations, larger or more complex repairs—particularly those requiring roof access—may need a qualified roofing professional. We’ll advise you if that’s the case and provide a quote where appropriate.
The most common signs of grey squirrel activity include:
- Loud, fast scurrying or scratching noises, typically around dawn and dusk
- Chewed timbers, wires, soil vent pipes, or insulation in lofts
- Droppings similar to large rodent droppings but more rounded
- Damaged lead flashing or roofing materials Our technician will complete a full inspection to confirm squirrel activity and rule out other pests like rats.
Removing grey squirrels must be done legally and humanely. While live-capture cage traps are available to the public, most homeowners cannot legally or practically dispatch grey squirrels once caught. Drowning, bludgeoning, or causing unnecessary suffering is illegal and classed as a wildlife crime. It’s also illegal to release grey squirrels back into the wild due to their harmful impact on native species and property.
Our professional service uses approved traps under The Spring Traps Approval (England) Order 2018, designed to dispatch grey squirrels humanely and legally. Our technicians monitor the traps, ensuring the process is efficient, compliant, and respectful of animal welfare.
Grey squirrels are highly destructive once they gain access:
- Chewing timber, insulation, and electrical wiring—posing a serious fire risk
- Damaging lead flashing, soil vent pipes, and water tanks, sometimes leading to leaks and further costly repairs inside the home
- Contaminating loft spaces with urine, droppings, and nesting material
- Gnawing structural woodwork, sometimes causing long-term structural damage Early intervention is crucial—left unchecked, squirrel activity can cause significant property damage and ongoing issues.
Squirrel Pest Control
If Squirrels are bothering you, contact us immediately or call us on 07496 680879. Our knowledgeable, helpful team will offer suggestions and propose a workable solution.