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Are Squirrels Causing You Problems

Having squirrels on your property is a disaster waiting to happen. Not only do they damage buildings and crops, but they also spread diseases like salmonella, typhus. Their fluffy tails may make them look cute. However, they are annoying creatures that need to be exterminated or heavily contained. Once you spot a squirrel nearby, it won't take them long to enter your home. They do this generally through the roof. They will look for weak points to enter. 

Damages caused by Squirrels

 They often nibble at roof shingles, creating holes and then they are in. They will next look for a place to live and start the construction of their nest. Unfortunately, these will be items like beams or pieces of decking, often resulting in a weakened structure. They have chewed through alarm wires, internet cables, and telephone wires in some cases. In some instances, electrical wiring causes fires that can be devastating. These vermin normally live in a host of locations, including hollow trees and logs, rock piles, brush piles, attics, home insulation, decking, and sometimes floorboards.

They also like to chew on power lines and can cause huge damage to both property and the environment by doing so - not only that, but they often fall from such great heights after gnawing through electrical wires with deadly results for them as well as anyone unfortunate enough to be passing beneath. The best way to exterminate this vermin from your home is by speaking to Squirrel Trapping experts, who can send out a technician to help you with squirrel control.

Grey squirrels are native to North America, originating from the United States and Canada. They are about 15-25 inches long and have a bushy tail. They live in trees and eat nuts, seeds, and fruits. Unfortunately, they can also cause damage to property by chewing on wires and other objects. They have a grey coat and a white belly. If you have problems with squirrels, it is best to call an expert for help.

Squirrels breed twice a year, once in the Spring and once in the Fall. The female squirrel will have up to six babies at a time. The babies arrive blind and naked, and they will stay with the mother for about eight weeks. When mating, the female and male live in the drey, whereas they will live on their own when not mating.

Originally from North America, they were introduced to the UK during the 1870s for recreational purposes, but during this time, they have managed to spread across many parts of England.

Household pests are difficult to remove without professional help. Pest control experts know what squirrels need to survive and where they might be at any given point. Hence, you should contact a professional Squirrel exterminator that has experience dealing with squirrels.

Don't try to do it yourself when you need professional squirrel removal services. Youngs Pest Control is trained and equipped with the materials needed to get rid of squirrels. Plus, they have the experience necessary to know where all of these pesky rodents might be hiding out so that your home or property can stay pest-free. You may think DIY products will work just as well, but they won't! These types of solutions often cause more harm than good because many contain dangerous chemicals like rat poison which is deadly when ingested by other animals, including pets. However, Ancoats Grey Squirrel Trapping offers a variety of affordable packages designed specifically for different-sized properties, so regardless of your budget, it will work for you.