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Are squirrels causing problems in your home?

Squirrels are not good to have around the home. You need to take care of them early before they reproduce and overpopulate your home. They were introduced in the Victorian era, and since then, they have shown how much damage they can do. There are now millions of them all across the UK. Squirrels transmit diseases, and they are invasive species, especially if you live in Levenshulme, Manchester, or surrounding areas of Greater Manchester (UK).

Squirrel Control is needed as soon as possible because squirrels will cause extensive damage, especially to rafters and beams, weakening their structure which would lead to expensive repairs that could easily be avoided by dealing with them quickly before it gets worse, so don't hesitate to ring Levenshulme Squirrel Pest Control now.

Once these rodents have a foothold in your home, the issues they can cause are unimaginable. They will damage roofs when trying to enter, and upon entry, they will nibble on all sorts of things, most notably rafters and soffits. As they strip the wood of these support structures, they will weaken them and potentially cause their collapse. This is just a start as they will bite a lot of calling or wires, resulting in loss of internet, and more seriously, fires once they chew into your electrical wires. We, therefore, recommend speaking to Levenshulme Squirrel Trapping when you first see a sign of squirrels.

Grey squirrels

The grey squirrel is a medium-sized, tree-dwelling rodent. They have reddish-brown fur, and their underside is typically lighter in colour. They have large ears, and their teeth are sharp and pointed. The size difference between males and females is slight, with males being just a little bit larger than females. These animals have short tails about half their length, and they use them for balance as they move through the trees. In the wild, grey squirrels live for up to six years.

Grey squirrels are born between late March and early May, after a gestation period of about 44 days. Around eight weeks of age, these pups are weaned and reach sexual maturity at around six months old. Grey squirrels are monogamous, and both the male and female take care of the young.

Grey squirrels are omnivorous and eat various foods, including nuts, seeds, fruits, vegetables, and even insects. They store food in their nests for later consumption and can cache up to a kilogram of food at a time. Grey squirrels are considered to be pests by many people, as they often steal birdseed from feeders. They can also damage trees by stripping away the bark in order to get to the nuts or seeds inside.

Communication with squirrels primarily involves vocalizations and body language. They have a wide range of calls, from alarm calls to mating calls. They also use their tails and body language to communicate, for example, by wagging their tails when they're happy or turning them sideways when they're scared.

Imagine that you are struggling with a squirrel infestation at your house or business. In that case, it is crucial to take swift and decisive action. Do not try to deal with the problem yourself using over-the-counter products; these will likely fail to resolve the problem and could even exacerbate it. Rather, contact a professional pest control company such as Levenshulme Squirrel Pest Control for help. With our experience and expertise, we can rid your property of these pesky critters in an efficient and timely manner, so you can resume your life as usual and not constantly worry about your food supply or home being a disease hotspot. So call Levenshulme Squirrel Trapping today!